Dhanush: ‘When are you going to start your political party?’: Dhanush smiles and laughs without confirming any plans to question after National Award win for ‘Raayan’ and ‘Captain Miller’ | Tamil Movie News

Dhanush is back in the spotlight after a double recognition at the 72nd National Film Awards, but his latest interaction with the media has also fuelled curiosity about a possible political entry. After returning from the awards ceremony in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, the actor-filmmaker was asked by reporters when he planned to start a political party. Dhanush responded with a broad smile and laughter before walking away without giving a direct answer.His reaction has since sparked fresh discussion among fans and on social media. However, Dhanush has made no official announcement about entering politics or launching a political party.Dhanush laughs when asked about starting a political partyAs Dhanush arrived back in Chennai following the National Film Awards ceremony, reporters asked him, “When are you going to start your political party?”The actor smiled and laughed at the question before leaving without offering a response. While the brief interaction has renewed speculation about his political ambitions, it does not indicate that he has confirmed any plans to enter electoral politics.Dhanush’s fan associations and charitable activities have previously drawn public attention, but there has been no formal announcement from the actor about converting those activities into a political organisation.Dhanush receives two National Award honoursDhanush’s political question came shortly after a significant achievement at the 72nd National Film Awards. His 2024 film Raayan, which he wrote and directed, was named Best Tamil Film, while his performance in Captain Miller received a Special Mention.The recognition marked another major milestone for Dhanush as both an actor and filmmaker. Raayan became his first National Award-winning film as a director, while the Special Mention for Captain Miller added to his previous acting honours.The 72nd National Film Awards were presented by President Droupadi Murmu at Ekta Nagar, Gujarat, on September 22.Dhanush celebrates the achievement with his sonsFollowing the ceremony, Dhanush shared pictures with his sons, Yatra and Linga, on social media. The actor-filmmaker accompanied the photographs with a light-hearted message about his sons stealing his thunder, while expressing gratitude to his fans, whom he has credited as a constant source of strength.Dhanush has previously won National Awards for his performances in Aadukalam and Asuran. With the latest honours, he has now added recognition for both his acting and filmmaking to his National Award record.Dhanush thanks fans after National Award recognitionReflecting on the recognition, Dhanush expressed gratitude towards the National Film Awards jury, the media and his fans. He described his supporters as the pillars of his strength and said the recognition for Captain Miller was particularly meaningful to him.Dhanush’s upcoming film ‘OM’Dhanush is currently gearing up for ‘Om: Chapter 1 – Udhiram: The Blood Wood’, his upcoming collaboration with director Rajkumar Periasamy. The film stars Dhanush alongside Mammootty, Sai Pallavi, Sreeleela and Indrans, with Naseeruddin Shah also part of the cast. It is scheduled to release in theatres on October 16, 2026.