Dhanush, born as Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja12, is a renowned Indian film actor who has made significant contributions to Bollywood and Tamil cinema.
His journey from a debutant to one of the highest-paid actors in Indian cinema is a testament to his talent, hard work, and relentless pursuit of excellence.
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Interesting Facts About Dhanush
- Dhanush made his acting debut at the age of 16.
- He is a huge fan of FC Barcelona.
- His song “Rowdy Baby” is the only South Indian video song to receive 1 billion views on YouTube.
- He has his own production company, Wunderbar Films.
- Dhanush wrote the lyrics of “Kolaveri Di” in just six minutes.
- He is a pure vegetarian.
- Dhanush cannot speak good Hindi.
- He got married when he was 21 years old.
- Dhanush failed in his class 12th examinations.
Early Life and Upbringing
Born on July 28, 1983, in Madras, Tamil Nadu, Dhanush was introduced to the world of cinema at a young age, being the son of film director and producer Kasthuri Raja. Despite his early exposure to the film industry, Dhanush initially aspired to become a chef and wished to attend a school of hotel management.
However, his brother, director Selvaraghavan, encouraged him to pursue acting.
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Family Background
Dhanush was married to Aishwarya Rajinikanth, and they have two children together. However, the couple separated in 2022. Dhanush’s personal life, like his professional journey, has been under the public eye, contributing to his profile as a public figure.
Rise to Stardom: How Dhanush Became a Recognized Actor
Dhanush’s acting career began with the 2002 coming-of-age film “Thulluvadho Ilamai”, directed by his father, Kasthuri Raja. His breakthrough came with the critically acclaimed films “Polladhavan” (2007) and “Yaaradi Nee Mohini” (2008).
His portrayal of a rooster fight jockey in “Aadukalam” (2010) won him the National Film Award for Best Actor and the Filmfare Award for Best Actor – Tamil.
Controversies Involving Dhanush
- Suchi Leaks: Singer Suchitra Karthik accused Dhanush and composer Anirudh of sexual harassment.
- Alleged Affair with Shruti Hassan during the shoot of “3”.
- Accused of being the reason behind actress Amala Paul’s divorce.
- Legal battle with an elderly couple in Tamil Nadu who claimed to be his real parents.
- Accused of supporting PETA during Jallikattu Protest.
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Career, Awards, and Achievements
Over his career, Dhanush has starred in over 46 films. His accolades include four National Film Awards (two as an actor and two as producer), fourteen SIIMA Awards, seven Filmfare Awards South, and a Filmfare Award.
His song “Why This Kolaveri Di” from the film “3” (2012) became the first Indian music video to cross 100 million views on YouTube.
Top Movies of Dhanush — (Ranked)
Debut Film: Thulluvadho Ilamai (2002)
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Breakthrough & Critical Acclaim: Aadukalam (2010)
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Updated by: Jitendra Singh
This profile was researched by Jitendra Singh using verified sources including Wikipedia, IMDb Pro, Forbes, and news archives. Net worth is estimated from publicly reported earnings.