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In a recent interaction, Indian actress Pooja Hegde addressed her earlier remarks about facing “paid” trolls. She revealed her family’s reaction to the
incidents but added that she takes it as a “compliment” when someone feels the need to pull her down.
Pooja Hegde opens up about paid trolls
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter India, Pooja Hegde mentioned, "When it started, my mom was really upset by reading stuff. But I used to take it as a compliment, because I think that if somebody feels the need to pull you down, you're above them. Also, I genuinely think that Karma is a thing, and whatever you put out there, good or bad, comes back."
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The actress speaks on the difference between social media and ticket buyers
Further continuing the conversation, she spoke on the difference between social media followers and actual ticket buyers saying, "There are followers, and today its great to influence people on what you say and to reach out to them and in that way. But they are not translating to tickets. People who are paying money and watching are the real ones I need to worry about."
Pooja Hegde's work front
On the work front, Pooja Hegde will now be seen in the much-anticipated release Coolie, starring Rajinikanth in the lead role. Film's second single, featuring the actress was released on July 9.
Sharing the teaser on X, the makers of Coolie wrote, “The Monica fever is about to begin! #Coolie Second Single #Monica featuring @hegdepooja releasing on July 11, 6 PM #Coolie worldwide from August 14th (sic).” Pooja reacted, “11th July. Let the Monica fever begin (sic).”
Coolie will clash at the Indian box office with Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR and Kiara Advani's War 2.
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