Pooja Hegde is a renowned Indian actress and model gracing the screens of Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil films. Her captivating performances and stunning presence have made her a prominent figure in the Indian film industry.
Wiki/Biography
Pooja Hegde was born on October 13, 1990, in Mumbai, India. As of 2023, she is 33 years old. Her zodiac sign is Libra. She completed her education at M.M.K College, Mumbai, earning a post-graduate degree in Commerce. Her early life involved active participation in singing, dancing, and fashion contests, showcasing her multifaceted talents.
Physical appearance
Height (approx.): 5’9”
Weight (approx.): 53 kg
Figure Measurements (approx.): 34-25-34
Eye Colour: Brown
Hair Colour: Black
Family
Pooja hails from Udupi, Karnataka. Her family background is deeply rooted in the region.
Parents & Siblings
Her father, Manjunath Hegde, is a lawyer, and her mother, Latha Hegde, is an Immunologist and Genetics Professional. She also has an elder brother, Rishabh Hegde, who is a doctor. The family dynamic seems to be very supportive of her career.
Relationships/Affairs
In April 2024, she was seen with actor Rohan Mehra, sparking considerable media attention.
Career
Pooja’s journey to becoming a successful actress began with her participation in beauty pageants. She competed in Miss India 2009, winning the Miss India Talented 2009 title. The following year, she achieved the second runner-up position at Miss Universe India 2010, along with the Miss India South Glamorous Hair 2010 title. Her acting debut was in the 2012 Tamil film “Mugamoodi,” followed by her Telugu debut in “Oka Laila Kosam (2012)” and her Bollywood debut in “Mohenjo Daro (2016).”
Achievements
- Miss Universe India 2010 – Second Runner-up
- Miss India South 2010 – Runner-up
- Miss India South Glamorous Hair 2010
- Miss India Talented 2009
Car Collection
Pooja Hegde owns an impressive collection of luxury cars including an Audi Q7, a Jaguar Sedan, a Porsche Cayenne, a BMW 5 Series, and a Land Rover Range Rover (added in October 2023).
Net Worth
As of 2023, her estimated net worth is around ?50 crore.
Favourite Things
Here’s a glimpse into Pooja’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food | Biryani, Pizza |
| Actor (Male) | Hrithik Roshan, Farhan Akhtar, Leonardo DiCaprio, Aamir Khan |
| Actor (Female) | Madhuri Dixit, Meryl Streep, Jennifer Lawrence, Sandra Bullock |
| Filmmaker | Karan Johar |
| Musician | A.R. Rahman, Katy Perry, Jennifer Lopez, Rihanna, Bryan Adams, Justin Timberlake, Lady Gaga |
| Sportsperson | Roger Federer, Rahul Dravid |
| Books | Harry Potter Series, Shopaholic Series |
| Destination | London, USA |
Facts
- Pooja is a trained Bharatanatyam dancer.
- She initially rejected the opportunity to work in Mani Ratnam’s film due to her commitment to “Mohenjo Daro”.
- Her mother tongue is Tulu, but she’s fluent in Hindi, English, Kannada, and Tamil.
- Her family initially wanted to name her Lakshmi but her maternal grandmother suggested Pooja.
- She appeared in a Hero Maestro ad commercial alongside Ranbir Kapoor.
- If not an actress, she would have pursued fashion designing, photography, or business.
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