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Aishwarya Rajinikanth

Born: January 1, 1982

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FAN SCORE

75

POPULARITY

75

Aishwarya Rajinikanth, born on January 1, 1982, in Chennai, is an Indian film director and playback singer known for her work in Tamil cinema. She is the elder daughter of legendary actor Rajinikanth... Read more

ROLES

Director

HEIGHT

5′ 7¾″ (1.72 m)

BIRTH PLACE

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Quick Info

Born January 1, 1982

Birth Place Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Height 5′ 7¾″ (1.72 m)

Fan Score 75

Popularity 75

Roles Director

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Known For

Velaiilla Pattadhari 2

Velaiilla Pattadhari 2

Raghuvaran

Filmography

Velaiilla Pattadhari 2

Velaiilla Pattadhari 2

Videos

Why This Kolaveri Dhanush | Dhanush | Sivakarthikeyan |...

Aishwarya Rajinikanth's New initiative 'Water Bowl Chal...

Personal Details

Alternative Names Aishwarya Rajinikanth Dhanush Aishwarya Dhanush

Official Sites www.instagram.com

Children Yatra Raja

Parents Rajinikanth, Latha Rajinikanth

Relatives Rajinikanth (father), Latha Rajinikanth (mother), Soundarya Rajinikanth (sister)

Did You Know

Trivia

The song "Why This Kolaveri Di" from her film 3 became an international viral hit, gaining millions of views within days.

She is one of the few female directors in the Tamil film industry with a successful debut.

Apart from directing, she has contributed as a playback singer and television judge.

She was appointed as a goodwill ambassador for UN Women in India in 2016.

Her parents are both well-known in the Tamil film industry—Rajinikanth is a legendary actor and Latha Rajinikanth a playback singer.

Quotes

Cinema is a language that transcends borders and connects hearts.

Trademarks

Known for blending music and storytelling, especially with viral songs like "Why This Kolaveri Di."

Nicknames

Aishu

Aishwarya Dhanush (during her marriage)

Salaries

Exact salary details are not publicly disclosed. As a film director and playback singer in the Tamil film industry, her remuneration varies by project but is considered well-compensated for a leading female director in regional cinema.

Frequently Asked Questions

01

Who is Aishwarya Rajinikanth?

She is an Indian film director and playback singer, daughter of superstar Rajinikanth.

02

What was her directorial debut?

The Tamil film 3 (2012), famous for the viral song "Why This Kolaveri Di."

03

Has she worked outside Tamil cinema?

Yes, she directed the Hindi film Oh Saathi Chal (2022).

04

Is she involved in any social causes?

Yes, she was appointed as a goodwill ambassador for UN Women in India.

05

Who was she married to?

Actor Dhanush; they divorced in 2024.

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