What is the story about?
Pooja Hegde is ready to be featured alongside Thalapathy Vijay i in the eagerly awaited movie Jana Nayagan,, creating significant anticipation among fans.
The on-screen collaboration has generated excitement, with viewers keen to witness the two beloved stars share the screen once more after their film Beast. Despite her pivotal role in one of the season's most significant films, social media has recently been inundated with viral content regarding the actress, alleging that she recounted a distressing incident involving a male actor from the early days of her career. These posts claim that she faced non-consensual actions on the sets of a major pan-India production. But is there any validity to these claims? Here’s a fact check.
Fact Check: The Reality Behind Allegations That Pooja Hegde Struck a Pan-Indian Star
The information circulating online indicates that Pooja Hegde was initially excited to join a large-scale pan-India venture early in her career, viewing it as a significant opportunity. According to the unverified claims, the male actor supposedly entered her vanity area without consent and acted inappropriately, allegedly leading her to slap him. However, there is no confirmed interview, video, or credible media source in which the actress has openly discussed such an event. A fact check by Zoom disclosed that she has not given any such interview or made such claims. Her team has also formally refuted the claims being shared online.
About Pooja Hegde’s Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Pooja Hegde is currently looking forward to the release of Jana Nayagan, featuring Vijay in the lead role. The film's launch has been delayed due to a legal dispute regarding its censor approval. Inspired by director Anil Ravipudi’s Bhagavanth Kesari and helmed by H. Vinoth, the film is reported to be Vijay’s last project before entering politics.
Pooja Hegde will also appear in the Hindi film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai,, led by Varun Dhawan, which is set for a theatrical release on June 5, 2026. Directed by David Dhawan, the film features Mrunal Thakur, Maniesh Paul, Jimmy Shergill, Mouni Roy, Chunkey Panday, Rakesh Bedi, and Ali Asgar in significant roles. Additionally, she is involved in DQ 41, starring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role.
