Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde Discuss Challenges and Motivations Behind 'Deva'
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Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde have both spoken about the challenges and reasons behind their involvement in the film "Deva." Shahid Kapoor described "Deva" as a "challenging film" and the most complex character he has ever played. He mentioned that the film pushes him as an actor to take his craft to the next level, which isn't easy. Kapoor emphasized the need to fulfill the requirements of the story, character, and world it is set in, without overdoing it. He expressed that "Deva" gave him the chance to push himself as an actor after a long time.
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Pooja Hegde revealed why she got onboard with "Deva." She mentioned that she was drawn to the role of an investigative journalist, a character that resonated with her passion for intense and truth-seeking roles. Hegde called her character "alpha female," someone who isn't afraid to speak her mind and is the perfect match for Shahid Kapoor’s character, Dev. She also highlighted the challenge of balancing multiple projects, including the Tamil film "Retro," which she was filming simultaneously.Both actors have praised each other's performances and contributions to the film. Shahid Kapoor commended Pooja Hegde for making it on her own and praised her dance moves. Pooja Hegde, in turn, lauded Shahid Kapoor's performance, stating that people will see a new side of him in "Deva". She mentioned that she had to see Diya, her character, and not Pooja herself, to make her authentically herself—strong but not rude.