Uncovering the Multifaceted Pooja Hegde: A Closer Look at Her Life and Career
Indian actress Pooja Hegde has made a mark in the South Indian film industry, but her journey and personal life are much more fascinating than you might think. Here are some unknown facts about this multi-talented starlet.
Background and Early Days
Pooja Hegde was born and brought up in Mumbai, Maharashtra, but her native place is Mangalore, Karnataka. She is a well-trained Bharat Natyam dancer and completed her studies with a commerce stream. Pooja's keen interest in modeling began early, leading her to participate in the Miss Universe India 2010, where she was crowned the second runner-up.
Acting Debut and Rise to Fame
Her acting debut was in a Tamil film named Mugamoodi, where she showcased her acting prowess. Her breakthrough came when she impressed producer Ashutosh Gowariker's wife Sunita in a Maestro Scooty advertisement with Ranbir Kapoor.
Interestingly, it was not Ashutosh or Hritik Roshan who selected her for the role in Mohenjo Daro; it was Sunita who recommended her after analyzing her commendable work. Pooja had to turn down Mani Ratnam's Tamil movie in Mohenjo Daro due to her commitment to the film.Pooja is a multilingual actress, speaking Hindi, English, and Tulu fluently. Her journey in the film industry is marked by her versatility and dedication to her roles.
Personal Life and Interests
When it comes to personal life, Pooja Hegde is a fitness enthusiast, maintaining a fit and muscular physique. Surprisingly, she is also a big foodie, enjoying all types of food in generous quantities. Despite her love for gourmandizing, she still follows a healthy lifestyle to stay in shape.
"Hanging out with her family, reading books, and being with her friends are some of her favorite pastimes, as well as indulging in her to-read list of Harry Potter books."
Other Interests and Achievements
Pooja is a big fan of Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid, and she enjoys the simple pleasures of life, such as wearing sunglasses and enjoying Karan Johar movies. Her parents are Manjunath Hegde and Latha Hegde, and her mother tongue is Tulu.
Although she initially wanted to be named Lakshmi, as she was born on Lakshmi Pooja Day, her maternal aunt felt the name was a bit old-fashioned, and thus her name became Pooja, a play on words signifying 'praise' or 'honoring' her deeds.
Far from her glamorous life in the film industry, Pooja has a deep personal connection with her spiritual side as well. She has learned Sanskrit and can recite the Bhagavad Gita by heart, showing a blend of tradition and modernity in her life.
From her tryst with modeling to her current success in the film industry, Pooja Hegde's journey is a testament to her versatility and dedication to her craft. Her personal life and interests offer a glimpse of her multi-dimensional personality beyond her screen persona.