Dhanush

Dhanush

Date of birth 28 Jul 1983
Born Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Also known as Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja, தனுஷ், धनुष
Profession(s) Actor
Years active 2002 - Present
Last updated: 2026-11-09 20:14 GMT+0530

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Dhanush is an Indian actor, producer, director and playback singer. He is considered one of the most versatile and popular actors of his generation. After making his debut in 2002, he earned early recognition for playing unconventional heroes in films such as Kadhal Kondein (2003) and Pudhupettai (2006), before attaining wider mainstream popularity with a series of hit films. His performance in Aadukalam (2011) won him the National Film Award for Best Actor. 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).

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Frequently Asked Questions about Dhanush

How old is Dhanush?

Dhanush is 43 years old, born on 28 Jul 1983.

When was Dhanush born?

Dhanush was born on 28 Jul 1983.

What are Dhanush's upcoming movies?

Dhanush's upcoming movie is OM: Chapter 1.

What is Dhanush also known as?

Dhanush is popularly known as Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja, தனுஷ், धनुष among fans.

What is Dhanush's profession?

Dhanush works in the film industry as Actor (active 2002 - Present).