After the massive buzz generated by her electrifying performance in the “Monica” song from Rajinikanth’s Coolie, fans were naturally curious if pooja hegde would deliver a similar dance number in her upcoming film Jananayagan opposite Thalapathy Vijay. However, pooja has now clarified that there will be no item song in Jananayagan. During a recent media interaction, when asked about the possibility of a sizzling special number similar to Monica, she firmly responded that Jananayagan doesn’t have any item songs and her role in the film is far more grounded and integral to the story.

This statement from pooja not only sets expectations straight but also hints at a shift in her creative choices. With Jananayagan being a high-stakes pongal 2026 release, the focus seems to be more on strong character-driven storytelling rather than standalone glam numbers. pooja reportedly plays a significant lead role that complements Vijay’s character, and the film is said to lean heavily on emotion, action, and political drama rather than conventional mass masala formulas. By distancing herself from another item number, she is subtly underlining her intent to explore more substantial and layered characters, especially in tamil cinema.

Netizens have responded with mixed reactions—while some expressed slight disappointment after the viral success of Monica, others welcomed her decision, appreciating her desire to break out of the typecast mold. Many fans took to social media to say they’re more excited to see pooja share screen space with Vijay in a meaningful role rather than just in a song. This shift could very well redefine her trajectory in Kollywood, especially as she balances commercial appeal with an evident push toward more performance-heavy parts. With Jananayagan set to be one of the most anticipated films of 2026, all eyes will be on how pooja contributes to its narrative depth.

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