Dhanush’s Cinematic Journey: A Complete Filmography
Dhanush, born as Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja on July 28, 1983, is an acclaimed Indian actor, producer, director, lyricist, and playback singer known for his work predominantly in Tamil cinema. He has also made his mark in Bollywood and international cinema.
Here is the list of Dhanush’s 50 films:
No. | Movie Title | Year |
---|---|---|
1 | Thulluvadho Ilamai | 2002 |
2 | Kadhal Kondein | 2003 |
3 | Thiruda Thirudi | 2003 |
4 | Pudhukottaiyilirundhu Saravanan | 2004 |
5 | Sullan | 2004 |
6 | Dreams | 2004 |
7 | Devathaiyai Kanden | 2005 |
8 | Adhu Oru Kana Kaalam | 2005 |
9 | Pudhupettai | 2006 |
10 | Thiruvilaiyaadal Aarambam | 2006 |
11 | Parattai Engira Azhagu Sundaram | 2007 |
12 | Polladhavan | 2007 |
13 | Yaaradi Nee Mohini | 2008 |
14 | Kuselan | 2008 |
15 | Padikkadavan | 2009 |
16 | Kutty | 2010 |
17 | Uthama Puthiran | 2010 |
18 | Aadukalam | 2011 |
19 | Mappillai | 2011 |
20 | Venghai | 2011 |
21 | Mayakkam Enna | 2011 |
22 | 3 | 2012 |
23 | Maryan | 2013 |
24 | Raanjhanaa | 2013 |
25 | Naiyaandi | 2013 |
26 | Ethir Neechal | 2013 |
27 | Velaiilla Pattadhari | 2014 |
28 | Shamitabh | 2015 |
29 | Anegan | 2015 |
30 | Maari | 2015 |
31 | Thanga Magan | 2015 |
32 | Thodari | 2016 |
33 | Kodi | 2016 |
34 | Pa Paandi | 2017 |
35 | Velaiilla Pattadhari 2 | 2017 |
36 | The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir | 2018 |
37 | Vada Chennai | 2018 |
38 | Maari 2 | 2018 |
39 | Asuran | 2019 |
40 | Enai Noki Paayum Thota | 2019 |
41 | Pattas | 2020 |
42 | Jagame Thandhiram | 2021 |
43 | Karnan | 2021 |
44 | Atrangi Re | 2021 |
45 | Maaran | 2022 |
46 | Thiruchitrambalam | 2022 |
47 | Naane Varuven | 2022 |
48 | Vaathi | 2023 |
49 | Captain Miller | 2024 |
50 | Raayan | 2024 |
Dhanush Acting Career
Dhanush made his acting debut in 2002 with the film “Thulluvadho Ilamai”, directed by his father Kasthuri Raja. His breakthrough role came in “Kadhal Kondein” (2003), directed by his brother Selvaraghavan. The film was a commercial success and established Dhanush as a talented actor.

Dhanush Bollywood and International Work
“Raanjhanaa” (2013): His Bollywood debut, where he played the role of Kundan Shankar. His performance was widely praised. “Shamitabh” (2015): Co-starring Amitabh Bachchan.
In 2018, he starred in the international film “The Extraordinary Journey of the Fakir”, which garnered international attention.
Dhanush Personal Life
Dhanush is married to Aishwarya Rajinikanth and has two sons. Despite his superstar status, he is known for his humility and down-to-earth personality.