Pooja Hegde to join Nithiin in 'Swaari'? What we know
What's the story
Telugu actor Nithiin is gearing up for his next project, a sports drama directed by Vikram K Kumar. The film, tentatively titled Swaari, will reportedly see him in the role of a skilled jockey. Now, Pooja Hegde is in talks to play the female lead opposite him. If finalized, this will mark her return to Telugu cinema after a hiatus since Acharya (2022).
Casting news
Team eager to have Hegde on board
According to a report by 123Telugu, discussions with Hegde have already begun. The project also marks a potential reunion for Nithiin and Kumar after more than a decade; they last collaborated on Ishq (2012), a romantic drama that turned out to be a blockbuster. Meanwhile, Hegde was last seen in the Tamil film Retro (2025) opposite Suriya. She also has a special appearance in Coolie, starring Rajinikanth. It will release on August 14.
Career update
This is what she said about her break
Speaking about her absence from Telugu cinema, Hegde earlier told India Today, "I wanted to do something that offered a character, a story." "I wanted to feel excited about the work. That's the main reason, nothing else." However, she later confirmed her return by saying, "I've signed up for a Telugu film." "The production process hasn't begun yet. Once the dates are locked, you'll know what the film is all about."