Dhanush
Known for
One of Tamil cinema's biggest stars, Dhanush was born in Chennai in 1983 and has won India's National Film Award for Best Actor twice, for 'Aadukalam' (2011) and the ferocious rural drama 'Asuran' (2019). His 2011 song 'Why This Kolaveri Di' became a viral phenomenon across Asia. He crossed into Hindi cinema with the romance 'Raanjhanaa' (2013) and into Hollywood as the lethal assassin Avik San in 'The Gray Man' (2022). Also a producer, director and singer, he combines mass-hero appeal with genuinely risky character work like 'Vada Chennai' (2018).
Dhanush
54 Movies
One of Tamil cinema's biggest stars, Dhanush was born in Chennai in 1983 and has won India's National Film Award for Best Actor twice, for 'Aadukalam' (2011) and the ferocious rural drama 'Asuran' (2019). His 2011 song 'Why This Kolaveri Di' became a viral phenomenon across Asia. He crossed into Hindi cinema with the romance 'Raanjhanaa' (2013) and into Hollywood as the lethal assassin Avik San in 'The Gray Man' (2022). Also a producer, director and singer, he combines mass-hero appeal with genuinely risky character work like 'Vada Chennai' (2018).
Movies
Plays Avik San
The Gray Man
2022
Plays Karasaami
Kara
2026
Plays Ajatashatru Lavash Patel
The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir
2018
Producer
Plays Maariyappan aka Maari
Maari 2
2018
Plays Deva Kalam
Kuberaa
2025
Producer
Plays Anbu
Vada Chennai
2018
Plays Mariyaan
Maryan
2013
Plays Chinna Vandu
Naiyaandi
2013
Plays Thirukumaran 'Thiru'
Thiruvilaiyaadal Aarambam
2006
Director
Plays Murugan
Idli Kadai
2025
Plays Shakti
Dreams
2004
Plays Analeesan "Easa" / Captain Miller
Captain Miller
2024
Plays Shankar Gurrukkal
Tere Ishk Mein
2025
Plays Balamurugan
Vaathi
2023
Plays Azhagu Sundaram (Parattai)
Parattai Engira Azhagu Sundaram
2007
Plays Saravanan
Pudhukottaiyilirundhu Saravanan
2004
Plays Karnan
Karnan
2021
Plays Suruli
Jagame Thandhiram
2021
Plays Kodi & Anbu
Kodi
2016
Plays Kundan
Raanjhanaa
2013
Plays Sivasaamy
Asuran
2019
Plays K. P. Karuppu
Aadukalam
2011
Plays Vishu
Atrangi Re
2021
Writer
Plays Thiruchitrambalam
Thiruchitrambalam
2022
Plays Subramani
Sullan
2004
Plays Prabhu
Polladhavan
2007
Producer
Plays Raghuvaran
Velaiyilla Pattathari
2014
Plays 'Kokki' Kumar
Pudhupettai
2006
Plays Vasu
Yaaradi Nee Mohini
2008
Writer
Plays Raghuvaran
Velaiyilla Pattathari 2
2017
Plays Saravanan
Mappillai
2011
Plays Radhakrishnan (Rocky)
Padikathavan
2009
Plays Selvam
Venghai
2011
Producer
Plays Ram
3
2012
Producer
Plays Danish
Shamitabh
2015
Plays Poochiappan
Thodari
2016
Director
Plays Kathavaraayan 'Raayan'
Raayan
2024
Plays Kutty
Kutty
2010
Plays Ashwin, Murugappa and Kaali
Anegan
2015
Director
Plays Younger Paandian Pazhanisami (Power Paandi)
Pa Paandi
2017
Plays Mathimaaran
Maaran
2022
Producer
Plays Maari
Maari
2015
Plays Vasu
Thiruda Thirudi
2003
Plays Sivaramakrishnan / Dhandapani
Uthama Puthiran
2010
Plays Mahesh
Thulluvadho Ilamai
2002
Plays Karthik Swaminathan
Mayakkam Enna
2011
Plays Srinivasan
Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam
2005
Plays Raghu
Enai Noki Paayum Thota
2019
Producer
Plays Thamizh Vijayraghavan
Thangamagan
2015
Plays Sakthi (Pattas) & Thiraviyam Perumal
Pattas
2020
Latest Trailers
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Tere Ishk Mein
Full Filmography
OM Chapter 1: Udhiram - The Blood Wood
Chezhiyan / Thirukumaran
2026
Film
Kara
Karasaami
2026
Film
Tere Ishk Mein
Shankar Gurrukkal
2025
Film
Idli Kadai
Murugan
2025
Film
Kuberaa
Deva Kalam
2025
Film
Raayan
Kathavaraayan 'Raayan'
2024
Film
Captain Miller
Analeesan "Easa" / Captain Miller
2024
Film
Vaathi
Balamurugan
2023
Film
Naane Varuvean
Prabhu/Kadhir
2022
Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Dhanush and where are they from?
Dhanush is 43 years old, born on July 28, 1983 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India.
What are the most famous roles of Dhanush?
Dhanush is best known for roles in The Gray Man, The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir, Raanjhanaa.
How many movies has Dhanush been in?
Over a 24-year career (since 2002), Dhanush has appeared in 54 movies and 0 TV shows.
What was Dhanush's first movie?
The career of Dhanush began with Thulluvadho Ilamai (2002).
What is Dhanush's most recent movie or series?
Dhanush's most recent release is Kara, which premiered on April 30, 2026.
Does Dhanush have any upcoming projects?
Yes, Dhanush's upcoming work includes: OM Chapter 1: Udhiram - The Blood Wood (2026).
Dhanush
1983-07-28 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
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. He achieved an important milestone in the history of Indian cinema, acting in The Gray Man (2022) alongside Ryan Gosling and Chris Evans, under the Russo brothers' directorial.