Dhanush
Awards & Honours
46
Awards Won
2
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
3
Records
Dhanush stands as a titan of Indian cinema, distinguished by his unprecedented achievements in both acting and music. He is one of the few actors to win the National Film Award for Best Actor four times, a testament to his consistent excellence and ability to portray complex characters. His impact extends beyond the screen, with viral songs that broke barriers for Indian music globally. He has been recognized six times in the Forbes India Celebrity 100 list, highlighting his dual success in critical acclaim and commercial viability. His production house has become a beacon for quality storytelling in Tamil cinema.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Forbes India Celebrity 100
Ranked among the top earners in the entertainment industry for the sixth time.
Padma Shri
Awarded for his contributions to the field of arts.
Rankings & Lists
Greatest Indian Actors of All Time
Top 100 Most Influential Indians
Magazine Covers
Vogue India
March 2023
The Versatile Star
Filmfare
January 2022
Dhanush: The King of Versatility
Records & Feats
First Indian Music Video to Cross 100 Million Views
"Why This Kolaveri Di" became the first Indian music video to reach 100 million views on YouTube.
First South Indian Video Song to Hit One Billion Views
"Rowdy Baby" from Maari 2 became the first South Indian video song to achieve one billion views on YouTube.
Youngest Actor to Win National Film Award for Best Actor Twice
Dhanush became the youngest actor to win the National Film Award for Best Actor twice, first at age 27.