Fact Check: Did Pooja Hegde Slap a Pan-India Star? Viral Claims Explained
Fact check on viral claims alleging Pooja Hegde slapped a pan-India star. No verified evidence supports the rumours; actress’s team has denied them.
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Actor Pooja Hegde is currently in the spotlight for her upcoming film Jana Nayagan, where she reunites with Vijay after their earlier collaboration in Beast. The film has generated significant buzz among fans, who are eager to see the duo share screen space once again.
Amid this excitement, several viral posts on social media have claimed that Pooja Hegde once had an unpleasant experience early in her career while working on a big pan-India project. According to these unverified claims, the actress was allegedly subjected to non-consensual behaviour by a male co-star and reportedly slapped him after he entered her vanity without permission.
However, a closer examination reveals that these allegations are not backed by any credible evidence. Pooja Hegde has never spoken publicly about such an incident in any verified interview, video, or statement to reliable media outlets. A fact check by Zoom confirmed that no such remarks were made by the actress. Moreover, her team has officially denied the claims, calling them baseless and misleading.
As of now, the viral story appears to be a case of online misinformation, with no factual support.
Pooja Hegde’s Upcoming Projects
On the professional front, Pooja Hegde is awaiting the release of Jana Nayagan, directed by H Vinoth. The film’s release has reportedly been delayed due to a legal issue related to its censor certification. Media reports suggest the film is inspired by Bhagavanth Kesari and is expected to be Vijay’s final movie before his entry into politics.
She will also be seen in the Hindi film Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, directed by David Dhawan, alongside Varun Dhawan, slated for release on June 5, 2026. Additionally, she is part of DQ 41, starring Dulquer Salmaan.
