Dhanush recalls people clapping as he appeared in six-pack in Polladhavan: 'Before that, i was called thin'
Updated On: 26 April, 2026 06:31 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Dhanush recalled being mocked for his lean physique, calling Polladhavan a turning point. At a recent event, he urged fans to believe in manifestation while promoting his upcoming film Kara, set to release on April 30

Dhanush
Dhanush was recently in Coimbatore to promote his upcoming film Kara. He received a warm welcome there and, as a token of gesture, was given a gift reminding him of his film Polladhavan. Recalling his early days, the actor shared how he was mocked for his physique. He also shared a message on manifestation with fans.
Dhanush recalls getting mocked for his physique
At the event, when Dhanush was given a bike number plate as a sign from his film Polladhavan, the actor showed it to the audience at the venue and smiled. He admitted that the film was a turning point in his career and said, “Polladhavan was a turning point for me… Before that, people used to call me very thin. When I suddenly appeared with a six-pack, it was the first time that people clapped for my body. There were whistles. It was a special film for me.”
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