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Who is Dhanush?
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Update at: Apr 1, 2026Dhanush — Public Profile
Birth details: Born Thursday, July 28, 1983 (as per public records) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India. Full birth name: Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja. Stage name: Dhanush.
Overview: Dhanush is an Indian actor, producer, playback singer and lyricist known for his work across Tamil cinema and with notable forays into Hindi cinema. He is the son of film director Kasthuri Raja and the brother of filmmaker Selvaraghavan. He co-founded Wunderbar Films, a production company involved in various Tamil and Hindi projects.
Notable works & production: Some of his best-known performances include Tamil hits such as Vada Chennai (2018) and Asuran (2019), as well as Maari (2015) and Aadukalam (2010), for which he won the National Film Award for Best Actor. In Hindi cinema, he starred in Raanjhanaa (2013). He has also contributed as a playback singer and lyricist on multiple projects. In addition to acting, Dhanush has pursued international projects, including The Gray Man (2022) for Netflix, where he played a key antagonist.
Recent/ongoing projects (as of latest public updates):
- Viduthalai Part I (2023) – Tamil crime drama directed by Vetri Maaran, widely noted for its intense narrative and Dhanush’s performance.
- Vaathi (2023) – Tamil remake of the Telugu film Sir, featuring Dhanush in the lead role as a teacher addressing educational inequities.
- The Gray Man (2022) – Netflix action thriller, international release, with Dhanush as a principal antagonist.
News highlights (recent years):
- 2022: The Gray Man released on Netflix; Dhanush’s performance drew global attention as part of a major Hollywood project.
- 2023: Release of Viduthalai Part I, marking a high-profile collaboration with director Vetri Maaran.
- 2023: Vaathi released in Tamil, continuing Dhanush’s pattern of Tamil-Hindi crossovers and production ventures.
Social media details: Dhanush maintains active profiles on major platforms, including Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). Official accounts are verified. For accuracy, please refer to the platforms directly to confirm handles and latest activity.
Additional information: Dhanush is associated with Wunderbar Films, a production company involved in diversifying cinema across languages. He is widely recognized for his versatility as an actor, singer and writer, and for his collaborations with director Vetri Maaran and his brother Selvaraghavan.
Which Raj Yogas are in Dhanush's birth chart?
2 FOUNDDhanush's chart shows 1 Raj Yoga and 1 challenging combination, including Gaja Kesari Yoga.
Which dasha is Dhanush running now?
VIMSHOTTARIDhanush is currently in the Mercury mahadasha, running from Sep 6, 2026 to Oct 24, 2026.
What do Dhanush's numerology numbers say?
Dhanush's core numbers are Destiny 22, Soul Urge 22, Personality 8, Karmic Debt 11.
Chaldean Destiny 22 indicates large-scale creation and legacy work. It supports building institutions, platforms, and systems with real-world impact.
Chaldean Soul 22 desires to build something lasting. It seeks disciplined execution of a big vision with practical steps.
Chaldean Personality 8 appears strong, ambitious, and authoritative. Others often see business sense, leadership, and control.
Master Number 11 in Chaldean numerology amplifies intuition and inspired vision. It is powerful when grounded, disciplined, and emotionally balanced.
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