Pooja Hegde Acknowledges Disconnect Between Social Media Fame and Box Office Success

Despite a slowdown in Telugu cinema offers, Kannada actress Pooja Hegde continues to land roles in Bollywood, where she is currently working on two films. Once hailed as a rising star in the Telugu film industry, her swift ascent was followed by an equally noticeable dip in opportunities.

Recently, Hegde shared a candid reflection on the limitations of social media popularity. Speaking on Instagram, she pointed out that while she boasts over 27 million followers on the platform, that number doesn't necessarily translate into box office success.

“Even superstars have fewer than 5 million followers, yet their films draw millions to theatres,” she noted, highlighting the growing gap between online popularity and real-world impact. Hegde’s remarks shed light on the complex dynamics between digital fame and audience engagement in the film industry.