Is Pooja Hegde Always Going to be a ‘Kanjivaram Girl’?

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Key Takeaways
- Pooja Hegde's affinity for Kanjivaram sarees highlights traditional fashion's relevance today.
- Her upcoming film promises a blend of romance and drama.
- Kanjivaram sarees are a symbol of South Indian heritage.
- The film 'Hain Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hain' boasts a star-studded cast.
- Pooja's recent work in 'Retro' showcases her versatility as an actress.
Mumbai, June 17 (NationPress) Actress Pooja Hegde has expressed her passion for Kanjivaram sarees and stated that she will always be a “Kanjivaram girl.”
Pooja shared a series of stunning images and videos from a recent photoshoot on Instagram, showcasing her in a beautiful aubergine and gold saree. She accessorized her look with drop earrings, a choker, and bangles. Her makeup was kept understated with nude lips, and she wore her long straight black hair down.
She captioned her post: “Once a Kanjivaram girl, always a Kanjivaram girl.”
Kanjivaram sarees are celebrated for their South Indian heritage and are crafted from pure mulberry silk, known for their weight and intricate artistry.
On the professional front, Pooja will be appearing in “Hain Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hain,” directed by David Dhawan.
Starring Varun Dhawan as the lead, this highly-anticipated romantic drama features a remarkable ensemble cast, including Mrunal Thakur, Mouni Roy, Chunkey Panday, Maniesh Paul, Jimmy Shergill, Rakesh Bedi, Ali Asgar, Kubbra Sait, Rohit Saraf, Rajeev Khandelwal, Nitish Nirmal, and Sreeleela.
The film's title, “Hain Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hain,” is inspired by the song “Ishq Sona Hai” from Dhawan's 1999 blockbuster “Biwi No.1,” which featured Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Sushmita Sen.
Produced by Ramesh Taurani under the TIPS banner, the release date for “Hain Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hain” has yet to be announced.
Pooja was most recently seen in the romantic action drama film “Retro,” directed by Karthik Subbaraj, alongside Suriya.
The plot of the film follows Paarivel “Paari” Kannan, an orphan raised by a gangster who encounters betrayal and a violent cult while searching for his true roots, fulfilling a prophecy, and attempting to reunite with his lost love, Rukmini.