You Raised Strong Women: Pooja Hegde Remembers Her Grandmom

Actor Pooja Hegde recently bid a tearful farewell to her beloved grandmother, fondly known as 'Ajji,' who passed away. Sharing a poignant tribute on Instagram, Hegde posted a collection of pictures and videos capturing precious moments spent with her grandmother. The heartfelt post celebrated the cherished memories they created together, from cooking sessions to attending events, immortalising the special bond between Pooja Hegde and her beloved Ajji.

In her recent Instagram post, Pooja Hegde fondly reminisced about her grandmother, referred to as ‘Ajji,’ who had a deep affection for food. She expressed her Ajji's love for cooking and hospitality, emphasising how she selflessly fed anyone who visited, often putting others before herself. 

The actor celebrated her grandmother's love for dressing up, narrating how Ajji adorned herself in a saree, jewellery, and a bindi extracted from the mirror. She remembered her Ajji as someone who faced challenges with a constant smile, exhibiting resilience and humour. Despite her health issues, the actor went on to say how Ajji remained lively, funny, and occasionally wielded her honesty like a charm. Hegde expressed gratitude for the strong women Ajji raised and acknowledged the culinary traits passed down, particularly the shared love for desserts and fish. The post concluded with a heartfelt tribute, thanking Ajji for her enduring love and influence.

Pooja Hegde Pays Tribute To Her 'Ajji' Grandmother

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Following Pooja Hegde's heartfelt post, her fans poured into the comment section to express their condolences and share in the memories. 

Pooja Hegde On The Work Front

On the professional front, Hegde is gearing up for a significant collaboration with Shahid Kapoor in director Rosshan Andrews' upcoming action thriller film, Deva. The movie, produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur and Zee Studios, is anticipated to showcase a unique and compelling storyline under the directorial magic of Rosshan Andrrews, renowned for Malayalam hits like Salute and Kayamkulam Kochunni.

Hegde expressed her enthusiasm for the project, emphasising the excitement of working with Shahid Kapoor, whom she regards as a stellar performer. She anticipates that their collaboration will result in a memorable cinematic experience for the audience.

Hegde’s last appearance was in the action film Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan, alongside Salman Khan.