Dhanush
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.
74 acting credits · 6 directing credits
Acting · 74
Comedy Nights with Kapil
2013
Tere Ishk Mein
2025
Kara
2026
The Gray Man
2022
Maaran
2022
Idli Kadai
2025
Vada Chennai
2018
Kuberaa
2025
Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam
2025
Raanjhanaa
2013
Pudhupettai
2006
Captain Miller
2024
Raayan
2024
Atrangi Re
2021
Thiruchitrambalam
2022
Karnan
2021
3
2012
Vaathi
2023
Kutty
2010
Polladhavan
2007
Maari
2015
The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir
2018
Yaaradi Nee Mohini
2008
Uthama Puthiran
2010
Jagame Thandhiram
2021
Asuran
2019
Padikathavan
2009
Enai Noki Paayum Thota
2019
Velaiyilla Pattathari 2
2017
Shamitabh
2015
Maryan
2013
Thodari
2016
Maari 2
2018
Aadukalam
2011
Velaiyilla Pattathari
2014
Thangamagan
2015
Sullan
2004
Kodi
2016
Thiruvilaiyaadal Aarambam
2006
Mappillai
2011
Anegan
2015
Naane Varuvean
2022
Mayakkam Enna
2011
Thulluvadho Ilamai
2002
Pattas
2020
Proprietors: Kammath & Kammath
2013
Vada Chennai II: Anbuvin Ezhichi
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Thiruda Thirudi
2003
Ethir Neechal
2013
Venghai
2011
Kadhal Konden
2003
Devathayai Kanden
2005
Pudhukottaiyilirundhu Saravanan
2004
Vai Raja Vai
2015
Naiyaandi
2013
Seedan
2011
Kalam: The Missile Man of India
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D55
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D56
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Pa Paandi
2017
Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam
2005
Parattai Engira Azhagu Sundaram
2007
Ilaiyaraaja
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Dreams
2004
Pudhupettai 2
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Honest Raj
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D56
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Aayirathil Oruvan 2
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Velpari
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Untitled Dhanush - PS Mithran Film
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Nayanatara
2021
Untitled Dhanush Film
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Untitled Aanand L. Rai/Dhanush Film
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Untitled Dhanush - Venu Udugula Film
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