★ HOW OLD IS DHANANJAY?
Dhananjay is 40 years old, born February 25, 1986 in IN · Pisces.
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About
Dhananjay—also known as Daali—is an Indian actor and producer who built his reputation on menacing villain roles in Kannada and Telugu cinema. Born in 1986, he debuted in Director's Special (2013), winning best debut actor at the SIIMA Awards, and achieved major breakthrough with the 2018 film Tagaru, where his performance as the antagonist earned him the nickname of his character. A Pisces with life-path 33, he channels intensity into every role.
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Biography
Kalenahalli Adaviswamy Dhananjaya—stage name Daali—emerged as a critical force in South Indian cinema through villain work and production. Born February 25, 1986, in India, he debuted in Director's Special (2013), an early role that earned him the best debut actor award at the SIIMA Awards. His performances across Kannada and Telugu films have earned him three Filmfare Awards South and four South Indian International Movie Awards. He gained particular acclaim for his portrayal of Allama Prabhu in Allama (2017), a role that demonstrated his range beyond antagonistic parts. Dhananjay's 2018 breakthrough came with Tagaru, directed by Duniya Soori, where his menacing villain performance was so definitive that the character name—Daali—became his public moniker. Beyond acting, he transitioned into production, launching his producer career through Badava Rascal. As an actor, he performs across film genres, balancing antagonistic and complex character work. His life-path number 33 reflects a master teacher archetype—individuals driven to express wisdom and leadership through their craft. A Pisces born in February, he carries the water-sign intensity suited to his darker, psychologically nuanced on-screen personas.
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Trivia
- His stage name 'Daali' comes directly from the character he played in the 2018 film Tagaru, a role so iconic it permanently replaced his birth name in public discourse.
- He won best debut actor at the SIIMA Awards for his first film, Director's Special (2013), a rare early recognition that established him as a serious talent.
- He transitioned from acting to film production, launching his producer career through Badava Rascal.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Master Teacher
33 is 6 amplified. Caretakers operating at scale; rare among entertainers, more common among educators and activists.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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CHALLENGING
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Frequently asked
- How old is Dhananjay?
- Dhananjay is 40 years old (born February 25, 1986).
- When is Dhananjay's birthday?
- Dhananjay was born on February 25, 1986.
- What is Dhananjay's zodiac sign?
- Dhananjay is a Pisces, born February 25, 1986.
- What is Dhananjay's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Dhananjay was born in 1986, the year of the Fire Tiger.
- Where is Dhananjay from?
- Dhananjay is from IN.
- What does Dhananjay do?
- Dhananjay is a actor.
- Is Dhananjay still alive?
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