Pooja Hegde has come a long way in her career, working with top stars and filmmakers in both Bollywood and the South film industry. But even with all her success, she’s not one to call herself “made it.” In an interview, she humbly shared that while she’s proud of her journey so far, she doesn’t want to put any pressure on herself to declare a “final success.” Pooja believes there’s still more to achieve, and she’s focused on staying grounded and pushing forward. “I’ve made it far, but there’s still a long way to go,” she said. “I don’t want to get caught up in the idea of ‘making it.’ I’m just focused on keeping going.”
In addition to her impressive career, Pooja has been juggling work in both industries, which isn’t always easy. She recently opened up about the challenges of managing her busy schedule, especially with the constant travel between cities for shoots. “It’s challenging, especially when I’m jumping between two completely different roles like I did with Deva and Retro,” she explained. The actress added that for her, it’s all about the quality of the project, no matter the language. “I choose roles based on whether the work excites me, not just the language of the film,” she said.
Speaking of Deva, Pooja’s upcoming film with Shahid Kapoor, the movie has some intriguing behind-the-scenes secrets. The director, Rosshan Andrrews, decided to keep the film’s climax a mystery for even the cast! No one, including Pooja and Shahid, received the script for the final scene. The director wanted their reactions to be raw and genuine, ensuring the element of surprise would be just as intense for the cast as it is for the audience. It’s a bold move, but one that shows just how much Andrrews wants to keep the excitement alive both on-screen and off.
On a personal note, Shahid Kapoor recently shared his thoughts on parenting during an interview. When asked if he wanted his kids to follow in his acting footsteps, Shahid said, “I wouldn’t want them to be in this industry. It’s a tough and rough journey with a lot of ups and downs. If they want to do it, that’s their choice, but I’d tell them to pick something simpler!” It’s clear Shahid has learned the realities of fame and the challenges that come with it, and he wants his kids to have a more balanced and straightforward path.
Pooja and Shahid’s insights reflect not only their professional growth but also their grounded approach to life and career, making them even more relatable to their fans.
