Top 10 must-watch films of Dhanush

By Entertainment Desk | August 6, 2025

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Tamil Dhanush received the National Film Award for Best Actor for his amazing performance as a cockfighter in this gritty Vetrimaaran drama set in Madurai.

Aadukalam (2011)

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In this highly praised rural action-drama directed by Vetrimaaran, Dhanush plays a father who hides his violent history to keep his family safe. Strong, raw, and emotive.

Asuran (2019)

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Dhanush made his Bollywood debut as a love-struck youngster from Varanasi, and his performance was really moving. His persona, Kundan, became famous for how intense and sad it was.

Raanjhanaa (2013)

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A story with a lot of social issues about a teenage rebel who fights for his village’s rights. Many people praised Dhanush’s fierce and weak performance.

Karnan (2021)

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Dhanush plays a carrom-playing teen who gets lured into the underworld in this gangster epic that spans decades. One of his most complex performances.

Vada Chennai (2018)

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Dhanush plays a normal guy dealing with love, sorrow, and life in this feel-good movie. His chemistry with Nithya Menen was one of the best parts.

Thiruchitrambalam (2022)

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Selvaraghavan directed this cult gangster movie in which Dhanush portrays the part of a sweet youngster who turns into a ruthless don. Dark, strong, and hard to forget.

Pudhupettai (2006)

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English Dhanush starred in this Russo Brothers action thriller as a cold-blooded killer, and it caused waves around the world. He didn’t have a lot of time on screen, yet he made a big difference.

The Gray Man (2022)

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A popular show that made Dhanush a household name. Young people might relate to his status as an unemployed civil engineer.

VIP (2014)

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Bharat Bala directed this survival story in which Dhanush plays a fisherman who is taken hostage in Sudan. The movie has a hauntingly authentic performance and a melancholy composition by A.R. Rahman.

Maryan (2013)

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