Dhanush Movies: Complete Filmography (2002-2026)

Dhanush (born Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja on July 28, 1983) is a multifaceted talent - actor, producer, director, writer, lyricist, and playback singer. Son of director Kasthuri Raja, Dhanush has evolved from a teenage chocolate boy to one of India’s most internationally recognized actors.

The Versatile Genius

Dhanush’s career is marked by fearless choice of roles, mastery of different genres, and ability to carry both commercial entertainers and intense art house cinema.

International Recognition

• “Why This Kolaveri Di” (2011) - Became India’s first YouTube sensation with 350M+ views
• Hollywood debut in The Gray Man (2022) alongside Ryan Gosling
• Cannes Film Festival - Raanjhanaa premiere, multiple film screenings

Career Highlights

Breakthrough: Kadhal Kondein (2003) - Intense romantic thriller National Award #1: Aadukalam (2010) - Rural drama on rooster fights National Award #2: Asuran (2019) - Hard-hitting caste drama Pan-Indian Success: Raanjhanaa (Hindi), VIP series, Karnan

As Director

Pa Paandi (2017) - Directorial debut produced by his Wunderbar Films

As Producer

Wunderbar Films has produced critically acclaimed films across Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi.

Musical Talent

Playback singer for multiple hits including “Why This Kolaveri Di,” “Kanaa Kaanum Kangal,” and others. His raw, untrained voice adds unique character.

Acting Range

From intense method acting (Asuran, Karnan, Vada Chennai) to commercial mass entertainers (VIP series, Maari series) to romantic dramas (3, Raanjhanaa), Dhanush has proved his versatility.

Awards

• 2 National Film Awards for Best Actor
• Multiple Filmfare Awards South
• SIIMA Awards
• International festival awards

Collaborations

Directors: Vetrimaaran (8+ films), Gautham Menon, Selvaraghavan (brother, 4+ films), Aanand L. Rai, Mithran Jawahar

Composers: Anirudh Ravichander (cousin), G.V. Prakash Kumar, A.R. Rahman, Yuvan Shankar Raja

Explore Dhanush’s complete filmography below.