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Dhanush, born on July 28, 1983, is a renowned Indian actor, producer, and playback singer. He made his acting debut in the Tamil film industry with “Thulluvadho Ilamai” in 2002. Dhanush gained widespread recognition and critical acclaim for his role in “Aadukalam,” winning the National Film Award for Best Actor. He’s known for his versatility, starring in numerous successful films like “Raanjhanaa” and “Asuran.” Dhanush’s distinctive talent and charisma have earned him a dedicated fan following, making him one of India’s most celebrated actors. Presently, he is later 40 years .
Biography:
| Famous Name: | Dhanush |
| Full Name: | Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja |
| Gander: | Male |
| Date of Birth: | |
| Age: | |
| Height: | 5 feet 9 inches |
| Weight: | 70 kg |
| Birthplace: | Chennai, India |
| Nationality: | Indian |
| Net Worth: | $20 Million |
| Famous for: | He is celebrated for his roles in Kuselan (2008) and Padikkadavan (2009) |
Family:
| Father: | Kasthuri Raja |
| Mother: | Vijaylakshmi |
| Brother(s): | Selvaraghavan (Elder) (Director) |
| Sister(s): | K. Vimala Geetha, Karthika Devi (Doctor) |
Education:
| School: | Thai Sathya Matriculation High School, Chennai, India |
| University: | Madurai Kamaraj University |
Height, Weight, Body Stats:
| Eyes Color: | Black |
| Hairs Color: | Black |
| Body Shape: | Slim |
| Zodiac Sign: | Leo |
Acting Career:
In 2005, Dhanush showed up in Devathaiyai Kanden. Afterward, it was named into Telugu, and around the same time, he likewise took a shot at Balu Mahendra’s Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam.
Dhanush’s next film, Mayakkam Enna, in which he indeed teamed up with his sibling, throwing him with Richa Gangopadhyay, got generally positive reviews. He additionally showed up in Thanga Magan, coordinated by Velraj with Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Amy Jackson, K. S. Ravikumar, and Raadhika. In 2016, Dhanush showed up Thodari, which was an action thriller film set on a train and Kodi, a political activity spine chiller.
Dhanush’s first global film, titled The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir, discharged in 2019 worldwide and was a failure. His next discharge, a sentimental spine chiller titled Enai Noki Paayum Thota was discharged on 29 November 2019 after a few postponements because of monetary issues and it got positive surveys.
| Debut Year: | 2002 |
| 1st Movie/Drama: | Thulluvado Illamai (2002) |
Music Career:
Dhanush incidentally records music, for the most part for his own movies. He was presented as a playback artist in Pudhukottaiyilirundhu Saravanan, by its arranger Yuvan Shankar Raja and worked together again with him in his sibling Selvaraghavan’s directorial, Pudhupettai. He sang further numbers in Selvaraghavan’s movies Aayirathil Oruvan and Mayakkam Enna.
Dhanush has sung for the absolute first time in a film in which he isn’t a piece of, for the debutant artist Ganesh Chandrasekaran in the film Ezhumin. The melody was gotten well among the crowd as he broadly renders it inwardly.
Movies:
| Thulluvado Illamai (2002) | Kaadhal Kondein (2003) | Thiruda Thirudi (2003) |
| Sullan (2004) | Dreams (2004) | Devathaiyai Kanden (2005) |
| Pudhupettai (2006) | Polladhavan (2007) | Yaaradi Nee Mohini (2008) |
| Kuselan (2008) | Padikkadavan (2009) | Kutty (2010) |
| Uthamaputhiran (2010) | Aadukalam (2011) | Seedan (2011) |
| Mappillai (2011) | 3 (2012) | Ethir Neechal (2013) |
| Maryan (2013) | Naiyaandi (2013) | Velaiilla Pattadhari (2014) |
| Anegan (2015) | Maari (2015) | Thanga Magan (2015) |
| Thodari (2016) | Pa Paandi (2017) | Asuran (2019) |
| Enai Noki Paayum Thota (2019) | Pattas (2020) (Upcoming) | Suruli (2020) (Upcoming) |
Awards:
- National Film Awards
- Filmfare Awards
- Filmfare Awards South
- Vijay Awards
- SIIMA Awards
- Edison Awards
- Vikatan Awards
- IIFA Utsavam Awards
- Stylish Awards
- Chennai Times Awards
- Youth Icon Awards
- Zee Cine Awards
- SICA Awards
- Tamil Nadu State Film Awards
- Asiavision Awards
Net Worth:
Dhanush has expected total assets of $20 Million. He charges Rs 10 to 15 crore for each film as compensation. See more below Dhanush’s net worth, movies & awards below.
Wife:
| Wife: | Aishwarya Rajinikanth |
| Son(s): | Yatra Raja (b. 2006), Linga Raja (b. 2010) |
Social Media Accounts:
| Instagram: | Click here |
| Twitter: | Click here |
FAQs about Dhanush Actor
Who is Dhanush?
Dhanush is a popular Indian actor, producer, and playback singer known for his work primarily in Tamil cinema. He was born on July 28, 1983, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
What are some of Dhanush’s notable films?
Dhanush has appeared in numerous successful films, including "Aadukalam," "Raanjhanaa," "3," "Kodi," "Asuran," "Vada Chennai," and "VIP" (Velaiilla Pattadhari).
Has Dhanush received any awards for his acting?
Yes, Dhanush has received several awards for his acting, including the National Film Award for Best Actor for his role in "Aadukalam" (2010). He has also won multiple Filmfare Awards and Tamil Nadu State Film Awards.
Is Dhanush a singer too?
Yes, Dhanush is a talented playback singer. He gained widespread recognition for his song "Why This Kolaveri Di" from the film "3." The song became a viral sensation and earned him several awards.
Is Dhanush involved in film production?
Yes, Dhanush has ventured into film production through his production company, Wunderbar Films. The company has produced several successful Tamil films.