Dhanush

Actor

Born: July 28, 1983 (42 years old)

Place of birth: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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 (67)

• Kadhal Konden (2003, ★ 7.8)
• Vada Chennai (2018, ★ 7.9)
• Kaaka Muttai (2015, ★ 7.8)
• Viduthalai: Part I (2023, ★ 7.9)
• Visaranai (2016, ★ 8)
• Vaathi (2023, ★ 6.8)
• Aadukalam (2011, ★ 7.7)
• Pudhupettai (2006, ★ 7.5)
• Uthama Puthiran (2010, ★ 6.3)
• Polladhavan (2007, ★ 7.2)
• Yaaradi Nee Mohini (2008, ★ 7)
• Mayakkam Enna (2011, ★ 6.7)
• 3 (2012, ★ 6.7)
• Ethir Neechal (2013, ★ 6.5)
• Captain Miller (2024, ★ 6.8)
• Raanjhanaa (2013, ★ 6.6)
• Kuberaa (2025, ★ 6.9)
• Velaiyilla Pattathari (2014, ★ 7.5)
• Asuran (2019, ★ 7.6)
• Karnan (2021, ★ 7.3)
• Anegan (2015, ★ 6.3)
• Idli Kadai (2025, ★ 6.6)
• Pa Paandi (2017, ★ 7)
• The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir (2018, ★ 6.9)
• Atrangi Re (2021, ★ 6.5)
• The Gray Man (2022, ★ 6.9)
• Thiruchitrambalam (2022, ★ 7.4)
• Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam (2025, ★ 6.4)
• Comedy Nights with Kapil (2013, ★ 6.8)
• Naanum Rowdydhaan (2015, ★ 6.4)