Dhanush Turns 42! From Kajol to Aanand L. Rai, Birthday Love Floods In
/ Jul 29, 2025, 01:36PM IST
Veteran actor Dhanush celebrated his 42nd birthday on July 28, 2025, and the outpouring of love was extraordinary. Kajol lauded him as the 'ever cool and quietly brilliant' while sending birthday wishes. Sonam Kapoor shared a nostalgic throwback from 'Raanjhanaa' era, and Kriti Sanon sent touching wishes, calling him 'Shankar' and hoping his smile keeps lighting up the screen.Higher on the emotional scale, 'Raanjhanaa' director Aanand L. Rai posted a beautiful tribute quoting lyrics from their song 'Tum Tak,' calling Dhanush his brother. Meanwhile, music collaborator G.V. Prakash Kumar not only sent heartfelt greetings but also released the first single, 'Enna Sugam,' from Dhanush's upcoming directorial 'Idli Kadai'.
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