Dhanush Breaks Social Media Silence Amid Mrunal Thakur Dating Rumors: Shares Milestone Post
Though the post was music-related, fans quickly noticed the timing — coming right after rumours of his romantic involvement with Mrunal Thakur gained momentum.
Dinesh Akula | Published On: Aug, 6, 2025 | 11:13 PM

Amid swirling rumours about his alleged relationship with actress Mrunal Thakur, actor Dhanush has finally broken his silence — at least on social media.
While the Kuberaa star has remained tight-lipped about the speculation, he took to Instagram recently to share his first post since the dating buzz intensified.
Dhanush Posts About ‘Enna Sugam’ Milestone
In his Instagram story, Dhanush reposted an update originally shared by music composer GV Prakash Kumar. The post celebrated a major achievement — the song ‘Enna Sugam’ from Idly Kadai crossing 10 million views on YouTube.
Though the post was music-related, fans quickly noticed the timing — coming right after rumours of his romantic involvement with Mrunal Thakur gained momentum.
What’s Going On Between Dhanush & Mrunal?
According to a report by News18, Dhanush and Mrunal Thakur are reportedly in the early stages of dating. While neither has made the relationship official, insiders claim the two are indeed spending time together, away from the public eye.
Adding fuel to the rumours, Mrunal recently started following Dhanush’s sisters on social media, which fans took as a subtle confirmation.
A Look at Dhanush’s Personal Life
Dhanush, born Venkatesh Prabhu Kasthuri Raja on July 28, 1983, is the son of veteran filmmaker Kasthuri Raja and Vijayalakshmi. The 42-year-old actor was previously married to Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth, daughter of superstar Rajinikanth.
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The couple got married in 2004 and share two sons, Yatra and Linga.
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After nearly 18 years of marriage, they officially separated in 2024.
On the Work Front
Dhanush was last seen in Kuberaa, directed by Sekhar Kammula, where he played the role of a beggar. The film also starred Nagarjuna Akkineni, Rashmika Mandanna, and Jim Sarbh in pivotal roles.
Up next, Dhanush is not just acting but also directing the upcoming drama Idly Kadai, set to hit theatres on October 1, 2025. The film features a star-studded cast including Nithya Menen, Arun Vijay, and Rajkiran.
The song ‘Enna Sugam’, composed by GV Prakash Kumar, is the film’s first single and has already created a buzz with its 10M+ views.
Though Dhanush’s recent Instagram activity isn’t a direct response to the dating chatter, its timing hasn’t gone unnoticed. Whether or not the rumors about him and Mrunal Thakur are true, one thing’s certain — both stars are keeping their personal lives under wraps, at least for now.