Aishwarya Rajinikanth
Born: 1982-01-01
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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 and playback singer Latha Rajinikanth. Aishwarya made her directorial debut with the film 3 in 2012, which featured her then-husband Dhanush in the lead role. The film's song "Why This Kolaveri Di" became a viral sensation.
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 and playback singer Latha Rajinikanth. Aishwarya made her directorial debut with the film 3 in 2012, which featured her then-husband Dhanush in the lead role. The film's song "Why This Kolaveri Di" became a viral sensation.
Aishwarya Rajinikanth is a prominent Tamil film director and singer, best known for directing the hit film 3 and the viral song "Why This Kolaveri Di." Daughter of superstar Rajinikanth, she has directed several movies and worked as a playback singer. She was married to actor Dhanush and is actively involved in social causes.
Aishwarya Rajinikanth is a prominent Tamil film director and singer, best known
for directing the hit film 3 and the viral song "Why This Kolaveri Di." Daughter of superstar Rajinikanth, she has directed several movies and worked as a playback singer. She was married to actor Dhanush and is actively involved in social causes.
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- Alternative names Aishwarya Rajinikanth Dhanush Aishwarya Dhanush
- Height 5′ 7¾″ (1.72 m)
- Born January 01, 1982 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Children Yatra Raja
- Relatives Rajinikanth (father), Latha Rajinikanth (mother), Soundarya Rajinikanth (sister)
- Other works
- Producer (e.g., co-produced some projects) Writer (credited for story/screenplay in some films)
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FAQ
She is an Indian film director and playback singer, daughter of superstar Rajinikanth.
The Tamil film 3 (2012), famous for the viral song "Why This Kolaveri Di."
Yes, she directed the Hindi film Oh Saathi Chal (2022).
Yes, she was appointed as a goodwill ambassador for UN Women in India.
Actor Dhanush; they divorced in 2024.
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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.
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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.
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