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