Pooja Hegde's Versatile Roles: 5 Unforgettable Movie Characters

Pooja Hegde is widely regarded as one of the most renowned actresses in the telugu film industry, commonly known as tollywood. She has successfully ventured into bollywood as well, establishing her presence there. Notably, Pooja began her career as a model and achieved the title of the second-runner-up at Miss Universe India in 2010. Over the course of her acting journey, Pooja Hegde has demonstrated her exceptional acting skills through a variety of roles. With her birthday on the horizon, we've compiled a list of some of her unforgettable performances that you should definitely consider watching.

‘Oka Laila Kosam’

This marked Pooja Hegde's debut venture into the telugu film industry. Her portrayal of Nandana, also known as Nandu, garnered widespread acclaim, particularly for her character's pivotal role in the hero's love story. Her outstanding performance in this film led to her being nominated for prestigious accolades, including the Filmfare Awards South and the South Indian International Movie Awards. Directed by Vijay Kumar Konda, this romantic film featured Naga Chaitanya as Pooja's co-star.

‘Radhe Shyam’

In the year 2022, Indian cinema witnessed the release of 'Radhe Shyam,' a period romantic drama film crafted by the talented writer and director Radha Krishna Kumar. Pooja Hegde graced this production with her portrayal of Dr. Prerana, a charming and somewhat clumsy young doctor. The movie was eagerly anticipated for its promise of being an epic love story with grand elements and enchanting visuals akin to a fairytale. Pooja's performance in the role received widespread acclaim, further solidifying her status as an iconic actor in the realm of tollywood.

‘Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’

In this particular movie, Pooja Hegde's character was named Bhagyalakshmi, and she shared the screen with Salman Khan, engaging in romantic sequences. Although the film did not achieve significant success at the box office, Pooja managed to captivate the audience with her graceful and commendable performance.

‘Mohenjo Daro’

Pooja Hegde's foray into bollywood commenced with her role in Ashutosh Gowariker's period drama, alongside Hrithik Roshan. The film is set in the ancient Indus Valley civilisation and tells the story of a destitute farmer named Sarman, who journeys to Mohenjo Daro, a culturally affluent city ruled by the oppressive ruler Maham. Sarman's quest for revenge is fuelled by his discovery of Maham's past torment of his family, forming the central premise of the movie.

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‘DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham’

In this action comedy film, Pooja Hegde took on the role of Pooja, the love interest of Allu Arjun's character. Her glamorous portrayal in the movie was well-received by the audience, and she garnered significant praise for her performance. Pooja's exceptional character portrayal earned her the prestigious Entertainer of the Year award at the Zee Golden Awards, further solidifying her status as a talented and captivating actress.

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