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28 Jul, 1986 | Kochi
Actor/Singer/Producer
Dulquer Salmaan is an Indian actor, producer and singer who primarily works in the Malayalam film industry. He is the son of noted actor Mammootty. He made his acting debut in 2012, in the Malayalam film Second Show. Apart from being one of the most renowned actors in Mollywood, he has been seen carrying himself in bold outfits, astonishing his fans and critics. Persoanl Life Dulquer Salmaan was born on 28 July 1986 as the younger son of Sulfath and Mammootty. He studied in Kerala till primary classes, after which he joined Shishya School in Chennai. He did his B.B.A. degree from Purdue University in the United States.He married Chennai-based architect Amal Sufiya, on 22 December 2011.The couple has a daughter, Mariyam Ameerah Salman Film Career The actor came into the film industry by following his father's legacy. The actor made his first debut with Second Show, directed by Srinath Rajendran. The film was released in 2012, and the actor won Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut that year. Through this film, the actor became prominent with the most followers on social media. Later, he acted in the movies like Usthad Hotel, ABCD, Charlie, Kali, Banglore Days, and Salala Mobiles. With these movies, Dulquer proved himself as a versatile and established actor in the Malayalam Film Industry. He starred in the movie, Banglore Days(2014) along with Nivin Pauly, and Nasriya Nazeezm, it was a big hit and turned out to be one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of all time. Known as DQ and Kunjikka in Malayalam Film Industry, the actor grabbed the audience's attention with his fascinating acting skills and energetic looks in his films. In 2014, he made his first debut in the Tamil Film Industry with 'Vaayi Moodi Pesavum. The actor won Tamil Best Debut Male Award for his performance in this movie. In the same year, he received the Kerala State Film Best Actor Award for 'Charlie'. Prince Charming Dulquer is one of the Malayalam actors who made their mark in Bollywood with 'Karwaan'and 'The Zoya Factor. The actor shared his screen space in the film'Karwan' along with Versatile Actor Irfan Khan. It was a box office hit movie. His latest movies like Sita Ramam, and Kurup were commercially successful.'King of Kotha' is the upcoming Malayalam movie by Dulquer Salman. It's a gangster drama and will be directed by Abhilash Joshiy. Entrepreneur Apart from being an actor, Dulquer Salman is a businessman and director of a Maternity Hospital in Banglore, Karnataka. And he is also handling his digital platform for car trading. Producer Dulquer Salmaan launched his production house Wayfarer Films in 2019. Singer Dulquer has sung three songs in Malayalam Films such as ABCD, Kurup, and Charlie. Awards & Recognition For his outstanding performances in several films, Dulquer Salmaan has received many accolades and love from his audience and critics alike. He won his first Kerala State Film Awards in 2016 for his Malayalam adventure drama, Charlie. He was awarded with Filmfare award for best male debut and SIIMA award for best male debutant for the performance in the film 'Second Show'(2012)
| Movie | Director | Release Date |
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Arun Dominic | Mar 2026 |
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Ra Karthik | Sep 2026 |
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Sudha Kongara | Oct 2026 |
| Name | Dulquer Salmaan |
| Profession(s) |
Main Profession Actor, Producer, Singer Other Profession Entrepreneur |
| Date Of Birth | 28 Jul 1986 |
| Age | 40 |
| Birth Place | Kochi |
| Current Residence | Kochi, Ernakulam |
| Religion | Islam |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Height | 175 cm |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo |
| Hobbies | Singing, Watching Films and travelling |
Dulquer Salmaan Family |
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| Father | Mammotty |
| Mother | Sulfath Kutty |
| Sibling | Kutty Surumi |
| Spouse | Amal Sufiya |
| Children | Maryam |
Dulquer Salmaan Education |
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| Education Qualification | Bachelor of Business Management(BBM) |
| College(s) | Purude University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA , Barry John Acting Studio, Mumbai |
| School(s) | Toc-H Public School, Kochi, Sishya School, Chennai |
Dulquer Salmaan Net Worth |
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| Net Worth | 7 million |
Dulquer Salmaan is reportedly set to commence the final filming schedule for his upcoming action entertainer, I'm Game, in Hyderabad starting March 20, 2026. Directed by Nahas Hidayath, the project is expected to conclude its production phase by the end of March ahead of its planned theatrical release during the Onam festival season. The film features an ensemble cast including Antony Varghese, Kathir, and Samyuktha Viswanathan.
Amazon Prime Video has officially announced the post-theatrical streaming rights for Dulquer Salmaan's upcoming Telugu film, currently titled DQ41. Directed by Ravi Nelakuditi and co-starring Pooja Hegde, the project was featured as part of the platform's major 2026 India content slate reveal on March 19, 2026.
Dulquer Salmaan was featured as part of 'The Honours' list by The Hollywood Reporter India, which highlighted his professional work alongside other industry figures like Kareena Kapoor Khan and Vicky Kaushal. The initiative, reported on March 16, 2026, recognises individuals who have made distinctive and lasting contributions to the entertainment business.
Actor Dulquer Salmaan's upcoming high-stakes action entertainer, I'm Game, is reportedly in its final phases of production, with the filming schedule expected to conclude by the end of March 2026. Directed by Nahas Hidayath, the crew is currently filming in Chennai before moving to Hyderabad for the final schedule starting March 20, ahead of the movie's planned theatrical release during the Onam festival later this year.
The final shooting schedule for Dulquer Salmaan's upcoming Malayalam action-thriller, I'm Game, is reportedly set to commence in Hyderabad on March 20, 2026. Directed by Nahas Hidayath, the film is expected to wrap up its entire principal photography by the end of March. The production, which features the actor in a lead role alongside Antony Varghese and Mysskin, is currently being aimed for an official theatrical release during the Onam festival later this year.
Dulquer Salmaan's upcoming Malayalam film I'm Game, directed by Nahas Hidhayath, is currently in its final filming stages with the production set to move from Chennai to Hyderabad. Produced under the Wayfarer Films banner, the gangster drama is scheduled for a pan-Indian release in five languages during the Onam 2026 festive season.
Reports on March 10, 2026, indicate that Dulquer Salmaan's upcoming Malayalam action-thriller, I'm Game, is approaching the final stage of production. The film, directed by Nahas Hidayath, is expected to wrap up its principal photography by March 31, 2026, following a concluding 10-day schedule scheduled to begin in Hyderabad on March 20.
Dulquer Salmaan celebrated the Indian cricket team's victory in the T20 World Cup 2026 on March 9, 2026, by sharing a message of support and congratulating the team on their win. Additionally, reports from the ongoing production of his upcoming action thriller 'I'm Game' indicate that the film team is Currently filming in Chennai and is scheduled to move to Hyderabad for the final shoot starting March 20, 2026.
Dulquer Salmaan was named among the winners at the Telangana State Film Awards, also known as the Gaddar Film Awards, which were announced on Saturday, March 7, 2026. The awards, launched by the Telangana state government to recognize excellence in cinema, honored the actor in a specialized category for films released in 2024. An official ceremony to felicitate the winners is scheduled to be held on the occasion of Ugadi, March 19, 2026.
Reports surfaced on March 5, 2025, suggesting a potential shift in the release date for Dulquer Salmaan's upcoming period drama, Kaantha. Originally slated for a May 2025 premiere, the production team is reportedly finalizing a fresh timeline for the film, following the recent unveiling of its first-look poster to mark the completion of filming.
Dulquer Salmaan has officially announced his return to Malayalam cinema with the upcoming action-packed drama titled "I'm Game," directed by Nahas Hidhayath. The actor shared the film's title poster on March 1, 2025, marking his first Malayalam project since the 2023 release of "King of Kotha." The film is produced under his own banner, Wayfarer Films, in collaboration with Vyjayanthi Movies.
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Dulquer Salmaan is best known for the films Charlie and Kurup.
Dulquer Salmaan is the son of legend actor Mammotty. and He is fondly known as 'DQ' by his fans and followers..
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Dulquer Salmaan's next feature film with Ra Karthik.
Dulquer Salmaan is the son of legend actor Mammotty.
He is fondly known as 'DQ' by his fans and followers.
He made his film debut in Malayalam in 2012 with 'Second Show'.
Before entering showbiz, Dulquer was an entrepreneur.
Dulquer made his Bollywood debut with the film Karwaan, which starred Irrfan Khan and Mithila Palkar.
He is the winner of four Filmfare Awards and one Kerala State Film Award.
He is not only an actor, but also a singer. He has sung song for his films -ABCD and Charlie
Besides acting, he is also a vehicle enthusiast. He owns a web portal for trading cars.
In 2014, he was listed as the Seventh-Most Desirable Man in Chennai.
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