It’s an honour, says Pooja Hegde on being loved across film industries

Actress Pooja Hegde, who is considered a top actress in different film industries, says that the fact that she has been loved, accepted and appreciated in all the industries that she has worked in is a privilege and an honour. Pooja, who is now gearing up for the release of her much-anticipated Hindi film “Deva,” recently participated in the trailer launch event of the film.

When asked what she thought about being called the “Queen of Crossovers,” Pooja said, “I just felt that I was at that point in my career where the roles I do now will define me who I am as an actor. I just want to take versatile roles. There is this other film of mine in which I play a very different character as compared to this.”

The actress further added, “I am working in many languages. I’ve always believed in going wherever the content is good. I’ve gone by my gut feeling. My journey has always been like... It’s not just been that one pan Indian film.

I have worked in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi, and I have been loved, appreciated, and accepted, which is a privilege I feel. It’s an honour. It’s truly humbling and it makes me work harder. I am a Mumbai girl who started my career in Tamil Nadu, got love and appreciation in Telugu but I’m from Karnataka originally, so maybe that helps too!”

Pooja Hegde, the leading lady in “Deva,” will be seen essaying the role of a journalist. Alongside Shahid Kapoor, the actress gears up to amplify the film’s appeal with her magnetic on-screen presence and leave the netizens captivated with her dynamic role.

The recently released trailer as well as the film’s first track have grabbed significant attention from the masses, setting the stage for the film’s big release on January 31. Pooja will also be seen starring opposite Suriya in director Karthik Subbaraj’s much-awaited Tamil film “Retro,” which has now been scheduled to hit screens on May 1 this year.

Meanwhile, Pooja has said that for her, acting has always been about transformation. The actress made a distinctive debut in Hindi cinema with her role of a village girl in “Mohenjo Daro,” and showcased her ability to adapt to unconventional roles. Over the years, she has evolved into a dynamic performer, seamlessly blending versatility with grace.

Her career took a game-changing turn when visionary director Karthik Subbaraj recognised her untapped potential and cast her in “Retro.” Known for his bold storytelling, Subbaraj reimagined Pooja in an entirely new light. From charming audiences with her simplicity to stunning them with her glamorous screen presence, Pooja has carved a unique niche for herself.

Earlier, the actress gave a peek into her camaraderie with Bollywood star Varun Dhawan with whom she has teamed up for his father David Dhawan’s next film. The film is tentatively titled “Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai.” The actress took to the Stories section of her Instagram, and gave a glimpse into her camaraderie with Varun.

Indo-Asian News Service