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Happy birthday Pooja Hegde: A look at some of her top films

From a dazzling debut to becoming a pan-India star, we celebrate Pooja Hegde's birthday by revisiting the blockbuster films that have defined her career.

October 13, 2025 / 14:10 IST
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1/8

Ala Vaikunthapurramuloo (2020)
Starring alongside Allu Arjun in this Telugu action-packed entertainer film, where she plays the role of Amulya, an independent businesswoman. The film is known for its excellent plot, family drama elements, and her dynamic on-screen chemistry with Allu Arjun, marking her position in the industry.

2/8

Aravinda Sametha Veera Raghava (2018)
The movie directed by Trivikram Srinivas, is a powerful Telugu action-drama that focuses on themes of redemption and factionalism. The actress played the role of Aravinda, a character who brings peace and depth to the character’s violent life, while showing her grace alongside Jr. NTR.

3/8

DJ: Duvvada Jagannadham (2017)
Pooja Hegde plays charming and glamorous role in this well-known Telugu action-comedy. The audience praised her performance and on-screen collaboration with Allu Arjun. Her early ascent to fame in the Telugu film industry was largely attributed to this film.

4/8

Housefull 4 (2019)
Pooja Hegde took on a dual role while playing both Rajkumari Mala and Pooja Thakral in this story, which was a major Bollywood comedy blockbuster. She was one of the film's highlights due to her attractive presence and comedic timing, which, when combined with a strong supporting cast, proved that she could succeed in commercial Hindi cinema.

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5/8

Most Eligible Bachelor (2021)
The themes of modern dating and marriage are explored in this Telugu romantic comedy. Starring opposite Akhil Akkineni, Pooja Hegde won awards for the role of stand-up comedian Vibha, showing her ability to play a part with both humor and subtlety.

6/8

Radhe Shyam (2022)
Pooja Hegde appears as Dr. Prerana Chakravarthy alongside Prabhas in this bilingual romantic drama, which takes place in Europe in the 1970s. The movie tells a love story that is affected by fate and destiny. Though the film didn't do well at the box office but actress’s performance and delicate appearance were praised in this outstanding and visually stunning production.

7/8

Beast (2022)
Pooja took on the role of Preethi starring along Vijay. The actress is held as a hostage in a mall by some terrorists with a former RAW agent. The film gave a style role to Pooja while also allowing her to balance strength and beauty within the action genre.

8/8

Oka Laila Kosam (2014)
Pooja Hegde starred as the main character's love interest named, Nandana, in this Telugu romantic comedy film, which was an early hit. The touching story won her an award for best debut heroine and gave her a new on-screen personality in Telugu cinema.

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