Dhanush visits Palani temple with family
Actor Dhanush offers prayers at Palani Dhandayuthapani Swamy temple with his sons Yathra and Linga following his recent National Award wins.
In a moment of spiritual devotion, acclaimed actor Dhanush visited the renowned Palani Dhandayuthapani Swamy temple in Tamil Nadu’s Dindigul district on Saturday. Accompanied by his sons, Yathra and Linga, the star sought blessings at the sacred hill shrine.
A Spiritual Journey to the Hill Shrine
The actor arrived at the temple and opted for the rope car to reach the hilltop sanctum. During his visit, Dhanush participated in the Kala Pooja and offered prayers to Lord Muruga. The significance of the location cannot be overstated; the Arulmigu Dhandayuthapani Swamy Temple, situated atop Sivagiri hill at an elevation of approximately 324 metres, is celebrated as the third of the Arupadai Veedu (Six Abodes) of Lord Muruga.
Following his darshan, the temple Devasthanam took the opportunity to honour the actor. Dhanush spent some time within the temple premises before descending via the rope car and departing with his children. His presence drew significant attention, as many devotees and fans gathered at the site hoping to catch a glimpse of the star.
A Busy Streak for the National Awardee
This spiritual visit comes amidst a period of immense professional success and activity for the actor. Dhanush recently achieved a historic milestone at the 72nd National Film Awards, where he received double honours from President Droupadi Murmu:
- Best Tamil Film: Awarded for 'Raayan', a film he both directed and starred in. This marks his first National Award recognition in the capacity of a director.
- Special Mention: Recognised for his powerful performance in the film 'Captain Miller'.
Beyond the accolades, Dhanush has been actively preparing for his upcoming projects. On Friday, he attended a pooja ceremony for his latest film at the Maranadu Karuppanasamy Temple in the Sivaganga district. This upcoming production features a cast including the veteran actor Vadivelu and is directed by Tamilarasan Pachamuthu, known for Lubber Pandhu.
Fans eagerly await his next appearance in 'OM: Chapter 1', a highly anticipated project directed by the National Award-winning filmmaker Rajkumar Periasamy.