Dhanush Biography, Age, Height, Affairs, Family, Movies In 2025
May 14, 2025, 08:52 IST
Introduction: The Actor Who Redefined South Indian Cinema
Dhanush, who hails from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, was born on 28th July 1981. Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja is a powerhouse of talent currently active for over two decades in Tamil, Hindi and international cinema. Famous for his electrifying acts, soul-stirring appearances, and submissive personality, he reigns supreme on the silver screen in 2025 as either a performer or a performer’s director, playback singer, or lyricist.
Personal Profile (As of 2025)
- Age: 41 years
- Height: 5 feet 9 inches (175 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 65 kg
- Profession: Actor, Director, Producer, Lyricist, Singer
- Father: Kasthuri Raja (Filmmaker)
- Brother: Selvaraghavan (Director)
- Ex-Wife: Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth, (Daughter of Superstar Rajinikanth)
- Children: Two sons
Despite this separation in 2022, Dhanush stays on good terms with his ex-wife, Aishwaryaa and has been concentrating on his career.
Affairs and Personal Life
However, due to his privacy, Dhanush is a public figure. He had been associated with co-stars many times but he never confirmed any rumors. His cool attitude and his low-key life outside the screen have won him admiration even out of the screen.
Dhanush in 2025: Latest Movies and Projects
Dhanush’s winning streak continues in 2025 with:
- “Raayan” (2024) – An action-drama he directed and appeared in, where he was most praised by critics.
- “Nilavuku Enmel Ennadi Kobam” (2025) – A filmic work that has been heavily pre-promoted with a very emotional family-centric storyline.
- Pan-India Project – Working with the best directors from varied industries.
- Upcoming Hollywood Project – After their international debut in The Gray Man (2022), he is supposed to star in another worldwide project.
Complete Filmography (2002–2025)
Dhanush has starred in more than 50 movies. Notable ones include:
- Thulluvadho Ilamai (2002)
- Kaadhal Kondein (2003)
- Pudhupettai (2006)
- Polladhavan (2007)
- Aadukalam (2011) – National Award Winner
- 3 (2012) – With the viral hit “Why This Kolaveri Di”
- Raanjhanaa (2013) – Hindi Debut
- Velaiilla Pattadhari (VIP) (2014)
- Maari (2015) & Maari 2 (2018)
- Vada Chennai (2018)
- Asuran (2019) – National Award Winning
- Karnan (2021)
- Jagame Thandhiram (2021)
- Atrangi Re (2021) – Bollywood Hit
- The Gray Man (2022) – debut on Hollywood
- Thiruchitrambalam (2022)
- Vaathi / SIR (2023)
- Captain Miller (2024)
- Raayan (2024)
- Nilavuku Enmel Ennadi Kobam (2025)
He has also directed Pa Paandi (2017) as well as many other award-winning films under Wunderbar Films.
Major Awards & Achievements
National Film Awards:
- Best Actor – Aadukalam (2011), Asuran (2019)
- Best Children’s Film (Producer); Kaaka Muttai (2014)
- Best Tamil Feature (Producer) – Visaranai (2015)
Filmfare Awards:
- Best Debut (Hindi) – Raanjhanaa
- Best Actor – Tamil – Aadukalam, VIP, Asuran
SIIMA & Other Awards:
Victorious for Best Actor and Best Lyricist- in multiple SIIMA awards.
- “Why This Kolaveri Di” – 1st Music Video on YouTube by Indians to reach 100M views.
Known worldwide for The Gray Man with Chris Evans and Ryan Gosling.
Legacy and Impact
Dhanush has kept redefining himself from a local heartthrob to a global icon. Having made a name for himself in acting, singing, writing, and directing, he is an artistic force in Indian cinema. His dedication to significant movies and his relevance to viewers of all classes are what make him simply unique.
Conclusion
In 2025, Dhanush is not just a movie star but a cultural image whose adventure is breathtaking for millions of people. Following a legacy of truth, artistic courage, and never giving up, the world waits to see what the next chapter of his life will bring.
