India, Oct. 15 -- 2025 is turning out to be fruitful for Pooja Hegde. Her performance in Retro opposite Suriya fetched her good reviews, while her special appearance in Rajinikanth's Coolie too garnered appreciation, apart from big box office numbers.

Today, amid the unpredictable times where big names can't guarantee a hit, Pooja feels the industry needs to step up. "Yes, it's definitely more unpredictable than before. But I also think people haven't fallen out of love with the big-screen experience - they just need a reason to go back. The emotion, scale, and that sense of community is something you can't really feel sitting at home. When a film promises an experience - whether it's the story, the music, or just that larger-than-life m...