Amidst swirling dating rumours with Mrunal Thakur, Dhanush has been in the spotlight, with both actors addressing the speculation and sharing insights into their careers. The rumours gained traction after Dhanush was seen at Mrunal's birthday celebration and the premiere of her film, "Son of Sardaar 2". However, Mrunal has clarified that they are just good friends.

Mrunal addressed the dating rumours in an interview, stating that she found the speculation amusing and that Dhanush is "just a good friend". She also clarified that his presence at the "Son of Sardaar 2" premiere was due to an invitation from Ajay Devgn, dismissing any romantic implications. Some reports suggested that Mrunal's attendance at the wrap-up party for Dhanush's upcoming film, "Tere Ishk Mein," and her following Dhanush's sisters on Instagram, further fueled the rumours.

Dhanush, while not directly addressing the rumours, has been actively involved in promoting his latest projects and reflecting on his career. He recently starred in the Telugu film "Kuberaa," which was released on June 20, 2025. During the pre-release event, Dhanush spoke about his passion for both acting and directing, acknowledging the sacrifices he has made for his fans. In past interviews, Dhanush has spoken about his initial reluctance towards acting, revealing that he was "forced" into it and "wanted to run away" during his first two films. However, his brother, director Selvaraghavan, and the film "Kadhal Konden" ignited his passion for filmmaking and acting.

Dhanush has several upcoming projects, including the Tamil film "Idly Kadai," Aanand L. Rai's "Tere Ishk Mein" opposite Kriti Sanon, and a film directed by Vignesh Raja tentatively titled "D54". He is also set to appear in the Ilaiyaraaja biopic and is reportedly teaming up with Sydney Sweeney for a Hollywood film called "Street Fighter".

Mrunal's upcoming films include "Dacoit: A Love Story," "Pooja Meri Jaan," and "Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai". She was last seen in "Son of Sardaar 2" alongside Ajay Devgn. Mrunal has also spoken about the importance of being mindful of what one shares publicly, expressing her belief in "nazar" (evil eye) and her desire to avoid jinxing things.

In other news, Dhanush expressed his disapproval of the AI-altered climax of his film "Raanjhanaa," stating that it "stripped the film of its very soul" and set a "deeply concerning precedent". He also garnered attention when an old interview resurfaced where he praised his ex-wife, Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth, for her simplicity and easy-going nature. Dhanush and Aishwaryaa divorced in 2024 after 18 years of marriage and have two sons together.