Dhanush: News
Dhanush is an Indian actor, director, producer, playback singer, dancer, and lyricist who is known for his work in the Tamil film industry. He has starred in more than 44 films throughout his career and has received several accolades including four National Film Awards, a Filmfare Award, five Edison Awards, 13 SIMA Awards, seven Filmfare Awards South, five Vikatan Awards, and nine Vijay Awards. Dhanush has also appeared in the Forbes India Celebrity 100 list six times. Dhanush joined the showbiz business after being pressured by his brother and director Selvaraghavan. In 2002, he made his acting debut with the coming-of-age film ‘Thulluvadho Ilamai.’ His first major break in Tamil cinema came with the 2003 film ‘Kaadhal Kondein.’ Following this, he went on to appear in films like ‘Pudhukottaiyilirundhu Saravanan,’ ‘Sullan,’ ‘Aadukalam,’ ‘Polladhavan,’ and ‘Yaaradi Nee Mohini,’ among several others. In 2011, he gained international attention with his song ‘Why this Kolaveri Di,’ which became the first Indian video song to cross 100 million views on YouTube. In 2013, he made his Bollywood debut with ‘Raanjhanaa.’ Dhanush is married to Rajnikanth’s eldest daughter Aishwarya and the couple has two sons.
26 Jul 2024
Box Office'Deadpool and Wolverine,' 'Bhaiyya Ji': This week's theatrical, OTT releases
Film enthusiasts have a thrilling weekend ahead with exciting releases on OTT platforms and in theaters.
25 Jul 2024
AR RahmanDhanush's 'Raayan' will get extra shows in Tamil Nadu!
Dhanush's milestone 50th film, Raayan, is set to premiere on Friday.
25 Jul 2024
AR RahmanReasons why Dhanush's 50th milestone film 'Raayan' is unmissable!
The highly-anticipated film Raayan, featuring renowned actor Dhanush, is slated for a global release on Friday (July 26).
24 Jul 2024
Box OfficeDhanush's 'Raayan' sees promising advance ticket sales
Acclaimed actor and director Dhanush is poised for a significant comeback with his highly anticipated second directorial project, Raayan.
22 Jul 2024
Nithya MenenDhanush to direct new film starring Prakash Raj-Nithya Menen
Kollywood star Dhanush is preparing to direct a new film with Prakash Raj and Nithya Menen in the lead roles.
22 Jul 2024
Box OfficeDhanush-led 'Raayan' opens advanced bookings 4 days ahead of release
Tamil Nadu is buzzing with anticipation for the release of Dhanush's 50th film, Raayan, which has now opened for advanced bookings.
15 Jul 2024
Upcoming MoviesDhanush's 50th film 'Raayan': Cast, anticipated plot, unexpected twists revealed
Mark your calendars, Dhanush fans!
11 Jul 2024
Triptii Dimri'Tere Ishk Mein': Triptii Dimri to star opposite Dhanush
Triptii Dimri, who gained recognition for her role in the blockbuster Animal, is to star alongside Tamil superstar Dhanush in Aanand L Rai's forthcoming film Tere Ishk Mein, reported Peeping Moon.
26 Jun 2024
Akkineni NagarjunaNagarjuna meets differently-abled fan pushed by his bodyguard, offers apology
Telugu superstar Akkineni Nagarjuna recently met the differently-abled fan who was pushed by his bodyguard at Mumbai airport a few days ago.
25 Jun 2024
Akkineni Nagarjuna'I was demonized': Nagarjuna expresses distress over airport incident
A distressing incident at Mumbai airport involving renowned Telugu actor Nagarjuna has sparked national controversy.
24 Jun 2024
Jim Sarbh'Shouldn't have happened': Nagarjuna apologizes after bodyguard pushes differently-abled fan
On Sunday, a video surfaced on social media showing actor Akkineni Nagarjuna's bodyguard shoving a differently-abled fan, causing him to stumble and fall.
02 Jun 2024
South Indian CinemaDhanush unveils poster of 'Ilaiyaraaja' biopic on composer's 81st birthday
On the occasion of music composer Ilaiyaraaja's 81st birthday on Sunday, actor Dhanush unveiled a new poster from the upcoming namesake biopic of the famed music maestro.
06 May 2024
MumbaiDhanush spends 10hrs filming in Mumbai garbage dump for 'Kubera'
When it comes to delivering convincing performances, Dhanush always goes the extra mile.
05 May 2024
Kamal HaasanDhanush's 'Raayan' targets Kamal Haasan's 'Indian 2's June slot: Report
The much-anticipated action thriller, Raayan, written and directed by Dhanush, is set to make its theatrical debut on June 13, reported Pinkvilla.
08 Apr 2024
Aishwaryaa RajinikanthDhanush and filmmaker wife Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth file for divorce: Report
Superstar Dhanush and filmmaker Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth have initiated legal proceedings for their divorce at the family court in Chennai, according to India Today.
20 Mar 2024
Chennai'Ilaiyaraaja' biopic starring Dhanush announced; first look poster unveiled
Finally! The makers of the highly anticipated Ilaiyaraaja biopic have launched the magnum opus in Chennai.
11 Mar 2024
Tamil CinemaDhanush to unveil GV Prakash Kumar's 'Rebel' trailer today
GV Prakash Kumar is the Jack of many trades in Tamil cinema and is now gearing up for the release of Rebel.
19 Feb 2024
Tamil CinemaDhanush's 'D50' first look's reveal time out
Dhanush is one of the most known faces in Tamil cinema and the actor is known for his diverse range of characters. After the humongous success of Captain Miller, he is gearing up for his next venture tentatively titled D50.
25 Jan 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Captain Miller' is on autopilot mode
Tamil cinema is all about thinking out of the box and the recently released Captain Miller has emerged to be a pure masterclass for actioners. In India, currently, action drams are raining crazily and are about to reach a saturation point.
23 Jan 2024
HollywoodIndian actors who played negative roles in Hollywood movies
Not just pan-India, several Indian actors have gone international over the last few years and earned a global reputation. And some of them have broken stereotypes with compelling negative roles.
23 Jan 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Captain Miller' is focused on its goal
Sankranti marks a major festival in southern India and is considered a lucrative window for film producers. In Tamil cinema, Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan locked horns at the box office.
22 Jan 2024
Tamil CinemaDhanush's 'Captain Miller' accused of plagiarism by actor-writer Vela Ramamoorthy
Dhanush starrer Captain Miller, released theatrically on January 12, is thriving at the box office and has garnered rave responses from audiences and critics alike.
19 Jan 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Captain Miller' and 'Ayalaan' going neck-to-neck
Tamil cinema is currently witnessing a good clash at the box office with the release of Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan. These two films are very different in their genres and have managed to rake in quite well on the Sankranti week.
18 Jan 2024
Tamil CinemaDhanush's '#DNS' ('D51') is filming now; 'muhurat' ceremony photos inside
Dhanush is currently basking in the glory of his recently released action drama Captain Miller.
18 Jan 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Captain Miller' holds the fort against 'Ayalaan'
Sankranti weekend is one of the most sought-after release windows for South Indian film producers. In Tamil cinema, two big projects—Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan locked horns at the box office.
17 Jan 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Ayalaan' accelerates amid clash with 'Captain Miller'
Tamil cinema is one of the most sought-after film industries in India, known for its varied range of content. Sankranti, being a big festival down South, saw the clash of two very distinct films at the box office.
16 Jan 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Ayalaan' is at par with 'Captain Miller'
Tamil cinema is known for its distinct and out-of-the-box content. The 2024 Sankranti week marked the release of two very different genre films—Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan.
15 Jan 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office collection: 'Captain Miller' is ahead of 'Ayalaan'
Sankranti is a major festival in Indian film industries and the Tamil cinema industry is witnessing the clash of two biggies—Dhanush and Sivakarthikeyan.
14 Jan 2024
Box OfficeBox office: 'Captain Miller' faces slight drop; 'Ayalaan's collection surges
On Friday, two highly-anticipated Tamil films, Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan, were released in theaters.
13 Jan 2024
SivakarthikeyanBox office: Dhanush's 'Captain Miller' scores big against Sivakarthikeyan's 'Ayalaan'
Dhanush's Captain Miller and Sivakarthikeyan's Ayalaan made their grand debut in theaters on Friday.
12 Jan 2024
Box Office CollectionBox office buzz for 'Guntur Kaaram,' 'Captain Miller,' 'Hanu-Man'
Festival weekends are the best windows for theatrical films. Sankranti is one of the most celebrated festivals in South India and the industry is set to witness a clash of titans at the box office.
06 Jan 2024
South Indian Cinema'Captain Miller': 'Devil' Dhanush shines in trailer of action thriller
After ending 2023 with Vaathi/Sir, Tamil superstar Dhanush is ready to kick off 2024 with the much-awaited actioner Captain Miller.
04 Jan 2024
Tamil Cinema'Captain Miller': Cast, story, and release date of Dhanush starrer
Dhanush is a bonafide star of Tamil cinema and the actor is known for his dynamic range. The actor is currently gearing up for the release of his upcoming actioner Captain Miller and is set to hit theaters on January 12, 2024, during the Pongal festival.
04 Jan 2024
Tamil Cinema'Captain Miller' pre-release event: Host Aishwarya Ragupathi alleges harassment
Captain Miller starring Dhanush recently held a pre-release event where anchor Aishwarya Ragupathi bravely confronted a man who allegedly harassed her.
24 Dec 2023
Tamil CinemaTamil actor-comedian Bonda Mani dies of kidney ailment at 60
Renowned Tamil cinema actor and comedian Bonda Mani sadly passed away on Saturday night due to complications from a kidney-related ailment, reports said on Sunday. He was 60.
10 Nov 2023
Tamil CinemaDhanush to headline Ilaiyaraaja biopic; Connekkt Media-Mercuri Group sign deal
In a thrilling development for movie and music enthusiasts, it has been officially revealed that actor Dhanush will play the role of the iconic composer Ilaiyaraaja in the latter's upcoming biopic.
06 Oct 2023
OTT releasesDhanush's 'Thiruchitrambalam' is streaming on Amazon Prime Video now
Dhanush is one of the most adept actors in Tamil cinema. His 2022 romantic comedy Thiruchitrambalam was a huge hit in theaters. The movie was then accepted by viewers in the OTT sphere (SunNXT), too.
01 Oct 2023
Kannada Films'Ghost' trailer: Actor Shiva Rajkumar channels inner gangster in heist-thriller
The highly-anticipated Kannada action heist thriller Ghost's trailer was released on Sunday. It stars actor-producer Shiva Rajkumar in a gripping gangster role.
29 Aug 2023
TollywoodNagarjuna's 'Naa Saami Ranga' first-look out on superstar's birthday
Tollywood superstar Akkineni Nagarjuna delighted fans on his 64th birthday by dropping the first look teaser of his upcoming film titled, Naa Saami Ranga.
25 Aug 2023
National Film Awards#69thNationalFilmAwards: 'Jai Bhim,' 'Karnan,' 'Minnal Murali' completely ignored
The 69th National Film Awards were announced in Delhi on Thursday evening.
10 Aug 2023
Telugu FilmsVenky Atluri's birthday: 'Mr. Majnu,' 'Sir,' exploring his best works
Venky Atluri, the rising and shining Telugu filmmaker, turned 35 on Thursday (August 10).
01 Aug 2023
Taapsee PannuTaapsee Pannu birthday special: Top non-Bollywood films
Taapsee Pannu, the self-made actor who began her career in the Telugu film industry and then established herself as a leading star in Bollywood, turned 36 today (August 1).
28 Jul 2023
Happy BirthdayDhanush's birthday: Know these lesser-known facts about the actor
Not only is Dhanush an actor, a producer, director, lyricist, and playback singer well-known in Kollywood and Bollywood, but he is also a global sensation after he recently made his international debut. He appeared in The Gray Man with Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans, and Ana de Armas.
22 Jun 2023
BollywoodReminiscing 'Raanjhanaa' as Dhanush announces 'Tere Ishk Mein'
On the occasion of 10 years of Raanjhanaa, director Aanand L Rai announced his upcoming film Tere Ishk Mein starring the quintessential superstar and his frequent collaborator Dhanush.
21 Jun 2023
BollywoodDhanush announces 'Tere Ishk Mein' as 'Raanjhanaa' completes a decade
Dhanush is one of the most adept Indian actors who has broken ground across genres over decades. His Bollywood debut film Raanjhanaa became a cult classic over time and is still hailed today for its music, helmed by AR Rahman.
29 May 2023
Tamil CinemaDhanush spotted in 'Captain Miller' avatar at the Mumbai airport
Dhanush is one of the most adept actors in India. He has done stellar work in the South Indian film industry and some notable projects in Bollywood.
10 May 2023
Tamil CinemaDhanush's 'Captain Miller' new poster released; teaser date revealed
Dhanush is a bonafide star of Tamil cinema and has received love from all over India. The actor has done some stellar work and is now gearing up for his upcoming film, Captain Miller.
10 May 2023
Tamil CinemaRoles that made Dhanush Tamil cinema's 'wonder boy'
Over the years, Dhanush has become the preferred choice of filmmakers in the Tamil film industry. He easily molds himself into any character, proving that he is one of the most versatile actors in Indian cinema.
09 May 2023
Sai PallaviHappy birthday, Sai Pallavi: Celebrating actor's most powerful performances
Ever since her debut with the Malayalam film Premam (2015), south star Sai Pallavi has captured the hearts of the audiences, who doted on her.
09 Apr 2023
Swara BhaskerHappy birthday, Swara Bhasker: Top films that prove actor's mettle
From reel to real life, Swara Bhasker has carved a niche for herself, be it with her exceptional acting skills or persona.
07 Apr 2023
Malayalam MoviesOn Parvathy Thiruvothu's birthday, watch her top-rated IMDb films
Parvathy Thiruvothu turned a year older on Friday. The 35-year-old is one of the flag bearers of the fight against onscreen sexism in the Malayalam film industry. Time and again, she has spoken up on the role of films in normalizing toxicity in men.
12 Mar 2023
OTT releasesDhanush's 'Vaathi' locks OTT release date; check out streaming details
Kollywood star Dhanush is currently basking in the glory of his latest film Vaathi's success, which was released in theaters on February 17.
05 Mar 2023
Tamil CinemaSelvaraghavan's birthday: 5 outstanding films that redefined Tamil cinema
Ace director Selvaraghavan, who has predominantly worked in Kollywood, is a critically acclaimed filmmaker, with a style that is unlike any other.
01 Mar 2023
Rajinikanth'Lal Salaam': Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth's directorial goes on floors in March
The eldest daughter of Rajinikanth, Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth will once again don the director's hat for her next venture titled Lal Salaam.
25 Feb 2023
SS RajamouliSS Rajamouli names Dhanush's 'Aadukalam' among top 5 film recommendations
SS Rajamouli and Co are currently basking in the glory of RRR, and its successful awards haul.
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