Pooja Hegde’s special song Monica from the upcoming Tamil film Coolie has received an unexpected and exciting compliment from none other than Italian actress Monica Bellucci herself. Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring superstar Rajinikanth, Coolie is one of the most awaited Tamil films of the year.
Monica Bellucci Praises Pooja Hegde’s Coolie Song
In an interview, Pooja Hegde reacted with surprise and joy when told that Bellucci had praised the song. “Oh, really? Wow. That’s the biggest compliment ever,” she said, adding that she has always admired Bellucci’s unique style and iconic personality.
Although Pooja only appears in a cameo role in Coolie, her performance in Monica has been making waves online. The song was sent to Bellucci by her friend Melita Toscan, and according to the interviewer, the actress “loved it.” Pooja credited fans for helping the song reach Bellucci, noting that many Tamil fans had commented on Bellucci’s Instagram asking her to watch the track. “I appreciate the fans’ efforts. They helped make this connection possible,” she said.
Director Lokesh Kanagaraj included Monica Bellucci in the film to add a strong commercial appeal, and the positive response has validated his choice. Pooja expressed her gratitude for the director’s trust. “For a director like him to say that, and to hire me for the job that’s very exciting for me,” she said.
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Monica Bellucci praise was a proud moment for Pooja, who called it “a big feat” and said she was glad the actress enjoyed it.
Coolie promises to deliver a mix of powerful action and engaging storytelling, with Rajinikanth in the lead. The film is set for a grand theatrical release on August 14, 2025, and will face a major box-office clash with War 2.
With Rajinikanth’s star power, Kanagaraj’s direction, and now international attention on the Monica song, Coolie is already generating massive buzz. Fans across regions are eagerly waiting to see how the film performs when it finally hits the big screen.

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