
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.
Awards & recognition
- Filmfare Award — Best Actor – Tamil · 2011
- National Film Award — Best Actor · 2011
Filmography49 titles

Visaaranai

Viduthalai: Part 1

Vada Chennai

Aadukalam

Kaadhal Konden

Asuran

Velaiyilla Pattathari

Thiruchitrambalam

Karnan

Petta

Kuberaa

Yaaradi Nee Mohini

Thulluvadho Ilamai

The Gray Man

The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir

Captain Miller

Vaathi

Idly Kadai

3

Mayakkam Enna

Raanjhanaa

Ayirathil Oruvan

Kaala

Naanum Rowdy Thaan

Nilavuku Enmel Ennadi Kobam

Ethir Neechal

Anegan

Kodi

Shamitabh

Thiruvilaiyaadal Aarambam

Kara

Raayan

Maari

Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam

Naane Varuvean

Pattas

Amma Kanakku

Venghai

Thanga Magan

Tere Ishk Mein

Velaiyilla Pattathari 2

Devathayai Kanden

Maari 2

Jagame Thandhiram

Enai Noki Paayum Thota

Pudhukottaiyilirundhu Saravanan

Thodari

Brother's Day

Jail