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Dhanush
Active Bollywood, Telugu films, Hollywood
- FromChennai, Tamil Nadu
- Based inMumbai, India.
- Age36–45
- Active2002 – present
- Updated
Dhanush Biography
Dhanush – Full Information
- Full Name: Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja
- Stage Name: Dhanush
- Profession: Actor, Producer, Playback Singer, Lyricist, Director
- Date of Birth: July 28, 1983
- Age: 43 years
- Birthplace: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Nationality: Indian
Family
- Father: Kasthuri Raja (Director)
- Mother: Vijayalakshmi
- Brother: Selvaraghavan (Director)
- Ex-Wife: Aishwarya Rajinikanth (married 2004, divorced 2024)
- Children: 2 sons – Yatra & Linga
Education
- Schooling: Thai Sathya Matriculation High School, Chennai
- Higher Education: Did not pursue a formal college education
- Started acting at a young age under the influence of his filmmaker family
| Year | Film (Career Highlight) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Thulluvadho Ilamai | Film debut |
| 2003 | Kadhal Kondein | Breakthrough role |
| 2004 | Pudhukottaiyilirundhu Saravanan | Popular success |
| 2006 | Pudhupettai | Critically acclaimed performance |
| 2011 | Aadukalam | National Award for Best Actor |
| 2012 | 3 | “Why This Kolaveri Di” global hit |
| 2013 | Raanjhanaa | Bollywood debut |
| 2014 | Velaiilla Pattadhari (VIP) | Major commercial hit |
| 2015 | Anegan | Versatile role praised |
| 2018 | Vada Chennai | Critically acclaimed |
| 2019 | Asuran | National Award, massive hit |
| 2021 | Karnan | Acclaimed performance |
| 2022 | The Gray Man | Hollywood debut |
| 2023 | Vaathi / Sir | Positive reviews & box office success |
| 2024 | Raayan | Second directorial venture; highest-grossing film of his career |
| 2025 | Kuberaa | Co-starred with Nagarjuna and Rashmika Mandanna |
| 2025 | Idli Kadai | Directed and starred; later streamed on Netflix |
| 2025 | Tere Ishk Mein | Opposite Kriti Sanon, directed by Aanand L. Rai |
| 2026 | Kara | Directed by Vignesh Raja |
Recent Activity
- Starred in Kuberaa (2025) alongside Nagarjuna and Rashmika Mandanna
- Directed and starred in Idli Kadai (2025), which released in theatres before streaming on Netflix
- Released Tere Ishk Mein (2025) opposite Kriti Sanon
- Starred in Kara (2026), directed by Vignesh Raja
- Has an untitled project (D56) in development
Awards List
| Year | Award Name | Category | Film / Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | National Film Awards | Best Actor | Aadukalam | Won |
| 2011 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor | Aadukalam | Won |
| 2011 | Vijay Awards | Best Crew (actor) | Aadukalam | Won |
| 2011 | Vijay Awards | Best Entertainer of the Year | Aadukalam & Mayakkam Enna | Won |
| 2011 | SIIMA Awards | Best Actor | Aadukalam | Won |
| 2011 | SIIMA Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | Voda Voda – Mayakkam Enna | Won |
| 2011 | SIIMA Awards | Sensation of South Indian Cinema | Various films | Won |
| 2012 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor | 3 | Won |
| 2012 | Vijay Awards | Best Actor | 3 | Won |
| 2012 | SIIMA Awards | Best Actor | 3 | Won |
| 2013 | Filmfare Awards South | Critics Best Actor – Tamil | Maryan | Won |
| 2013 | Vijay Awards | Best Crew (producer) | Ethir Neechal | Won |
| 2013 | SIIMA Awards | Best Actor (Critics) | Maryan | Won |
| 2013 | Edison Awards | Best Actor | Maryan | Won |
| 2014 | Filmfare Awards | Best Male Debut | Raanjhanaa | Won |
| 2014 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor | Velaiyilla Pattathari | Won |
| 2014 | Vijay Awards | Best Actor | Velaiyilla Pattathari | Won |
| 2014 | Vijay Awards | Best Film (producer) | Velaiyilla Pattathari | Won |
| 2014 | SIIMA Awards | Best Actor | Velaiyilla Pattathari | Won |
| 2014 | SIIMA Awards | Pride of South Indian Cinema | — | Won |
| 2014 | Edison Awards | Best Actor | Velaiyilla Pattathari | Won |
| 2014 | Vikatan Awards | Best Actor | Velaiyilla Pattathari | Won |
| 2015 | National Film Awards | Best Feature Film in Tamil (co-producer) | Visaranai | Won |
| 2015 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Film (co-producer) | Kaaka Muttai | Won |
| 2015 | Edison Awards | Best Producer | Kaaka Muttai | Won |
| 2015 | Edison Awards | Mass Hero | Maari | Won |
| 2015 | Vikatan Awards | Best Film | Kaaka Muttai | Won |
| 2015 | IIFA Utsavam | Best Lyricist – Tamil | Don-u Don-u Don-u – Maari | Won |
| 2015 | IIFA Utsavam | Best Male Playback Singer – Kannada | No Problem – Vajrakaya | Won |
| 2016 | Vikatan Awards | Best Film | Visaranai | Won |
| 2017 | Vijay Awards | Best Entertainer of the Year | Pa Paandi, VIP 2 | Won |
| 2018 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor | Vada Chennai | Won |
| 2018 | Edison Awards | Best Actor | Vada Chennai | Won |
| 2018 | Vikatan Awards | Best Actor | Vada Chennai | Won |
| 2019 | National Film Awards | Best Actor | Asuran | Won |
| 2019 | SIIMA Awards | Best Actor | Asuran | Won |
| 2019 | Edison Awards | Best Actor | Asuran | Won |
| 2019 | Vikatan Awards | Best Actor | Asuran | Won |
| 2022 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Actor (Critics) | Thiruchitrambalam | Won |
| 2024 | National Film Awards | Best Tamil Feature Film (Director) | Raayan | Won |
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About Dhanush
Who is Dhanush?
Dhanush is an Indian actor, singer, producer, and filmmaker known for his work in Tamil cinema, along with Hindi and international films.
When did Dhanush start his acting career?
He made his acting debut in 2002 with the Tamil film Thulluvadho Ilamai.
What are Dhanush’s most popular movies?
Some of his notable films include Aadukalam, Asuran, Raanjhanaa, VIP, Vada Chennai, and Karnan.
How many National Awards has Dhanush won?
He has won two National Film Awards for Best Actor (Aadukalam, Asuran).
Is Dhanush a singer as well?
Yes, he is a playback singer and became globally famous for the viral hit “Why This Kolaveri Di”.
What is Dhanush currently working on?
He is working on films like Tere Ishk Mein, D54, and D56.
Has Dhanush worked in Bollywood?
Yes, his Bollywood debut was Raanjhanaa (2013), followed by films like Shamitabh and Atrangi Re.
Is Dhanush also a director?
Yes, he made his directorial debut with Pa Paandi and continues to direct films.
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