{
  "id": 2069901,
  "title": "Pooja Hegde Makes India Proud At New York Gala, Stuns In Hot-Red Corset Saree Look",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/pooja-hegde-makes-india-proud-at-new-york-gala-stuns-in-hot-red",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-20T04:02:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/ampstories/lifestyle/pooja-hegde-makes-india-proud-at-new-york-gala-stuns-in-hot-red-corset-saree-look"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On a recent night in New York, actress Pooja Hegde captured the attention of the Bharat Beyond Borders Grand Gala with her stunning hot-red corset saree look. She was presented with a special award by the Public Advocate for the City of New York, honoring her exceptional talent. The actress embraced a traditional drape with a vibrant red saree, elaborately adorned with intricate gold-toned embellishments and sequins. Paired with the modern ensemble, Pooja wore a strapless, sweetheart-neckline corset blouse, featuring structured boning, a fitted silhouette, and a lace-up criss-cross detailing in the back. To maintain the saree's streamlined, figure-skimming effect, she draped the pallu over one shoulder, allowing the embellished fabric to create a flattering, modern silhouette. Pooja's accessories were equally impressive, consisting of statement gold jhumka-style earrings and layered bangles and rings, all in gold tones to complement her bold dress. Her makeup was soft-glam, emphasizing defined eyes, sculpted features, a warm complexion, and muted nude-toned lips, ensuring that the striking red saree remained the focal point of her appearance. Completing her elegant look, Pooja styled her short, dark hair in soft, loose waves, parting it slightly to the side for a relaxed yet sophisticated finish.",
  "summary": "Pooja Hegde was honoured with a special award by the Public Advocate for the City of New York at the Bharat Beyond Borders Grand Gala For the prestigious occasion, the actress donned a hot red saree covered in intricate gold-toned embellishments and sequins She paired the modern drape with a strapless, sweetheart-neckline corset blouse, designed with structured boning, a fitted silhouette and a…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}