Pooja Hegde, born on October 13, 1990, in Mumbai, India, is a distinguished actress celebrated for her work across both Telugu and Hindi cinema. Raised in a traditional South Indian family, Pooja initially pursued a career in modeling, earning recognition as the second runner-up in the Miss Universe India pageant in 2010. Her foray into the film industry was marked by her debut in the Tamil film Mugamoodi (2012), where she impressed audiences with her screen presence and acting skills.

Pooja's breakthrough came with the Telugu film Oka Laila Kosam (2014), which established her as a promising talent in the South Indian film industry. Her performance in this romantic comedy earned her widespread acclaim and paved the way for a successful career in Telugu cinema. She continued to gain prominence with notable roles in films like Duvvada Jagannadham (2017) and Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020), where her chemistry with co-stars and her versatility were particularly highlighted.

Transitioning to Bollywood, Pooja made a notable impact with her performance in Mohenjo Daro (2016), directed by Ashutosh Gowariker. Despite the film's mixed reviews, her performance was appreciated, marking her as an actress to watch in Hindi cinema. Her subsequent work in Housefull 4 (2019) showcased her comedic timing and added to her growing portfolio of successful films.