Is Dhanush Following Kamal Haasan’s Path as an All Rounder
Dhanush Turns New Age Kamal
Dhanush is clearly in one of the busiest, most exciting phases of his career. He already has a packed lineup of films as an actor, but now he’s going back behind the camera too. His next directorial will have Mrunal Thakur in the lead, and it’s said to be a strong female-centric story. That shift alone shows he’s ready to try something different and push his own boundaries.
The film is reportedly set in the 1960s, which gives it a rich, period feel. A backdrop like that opens up so much space for great visuals and emotional storytelling. With Mrunal Thakur driving the plot, it looks like Dhanush wants to focus on characters and depth rather than just ticking commercial boxes. It sounds ambitious, and honestly, pretty refreshing.
At the same time, Dhanush isn’t slowing down as a producer either. His next project, Production 20, directed by Ramesh Nandhan, is already rolling. So he’s acting, producing, and directing all at once. Not many actors can pull that off without dropping the ball. But Dhanush seems to thrive on wearing multiple hats and still keeping the quality intact.
That’s why the Kamal Haasan comparison keeps coming up. Like Kamal, Dhanush isn’t stopping at acting. He wants a say in the story, the making, the whole vision. It’s too early to put him in the same league, sure. But the intent is clear. If he keeps choosing strong scripts and delivering them well, that comparison might not feel far-fetched a few years down the line.
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