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Dhanush

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Birthdate

1983-07-28 (Age: 43)

Place of Birth

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Dhanush

Biography

Dhanush is an Indian actor, producer, director and playback singer acclaimed for his versatility. He made his debut with Thulluvadho Ilamai (2002) and earned early recognition through Kadhal Kondein (2003) and Pudhupettai (2006). His performance in Aadukalam (2011) won him the National Film Award for Best Actor, marking a major milestone in his career. Dhanush gained wider popularity in Hindi cinema with Raanjhanaa (2013) and continued to balance commercial and critically acclaimed films such as Velaiilla Pattadhari (2014), Vada Chennai (2018), Asuran (2019), and Thiruchitrambalam (2022). He made his Hollywood debut with The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir (2018) and his directorial debut with Pa Paandi (2017), showcasing his range as a filmmaker.

Filmography (58)

⭐ 7.0 Role: Karasaami

Kara

2026
⭐ 5.5 Role: Shankar Gurrukkal

Tere Ishk Mein

2025
⭐ 6.6 Role: Murugan

Idli Kadai

2025
⭐ 7.0 Role: Deva Kalam

Kuberaa

2025
⭐ 6.4 Role: Cameo

Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam

2025
⭐ 6.1 Role: Kathavaraayan 'Raayan'

Raayan

2024
⭐ 6.8 Role: Analeesan "Easa" / Captain Miller

Captain Miller

2024
⭐ 6.7 Role: Balamurugan

Vaathi

2023
⭐ 5.9 Role: Prabhu/Kadhir

Naane Varuvean

2022
⭐ 7.4 Role: Thiruchitrambalam

Thiruchitrambalam

2022
⭐ 6.9 Role: Avik San

The Gray Man

2022
⭐ 4.8 Role: Mathimaaran

Maaran

2022
⭐ 6.5 Role: Vishu

Atrangi Re

2021
⭐ 5.5 Role: Suruli

Jagame Thandhiram

2021
⭐ 7.3 Role: Karnan

Karnan

2021