Dulquer Salmaan

Actor, Singer, Entrepreneur

Indian Kochi, Kerala, India Leo 175 cm

Quick Info

ProfessionActor, Singer, Entrepreneur
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth28/07/1983
Age43 years
BirthplaceKochi, Kerala, India
Zodiac SignLeo

Latest News about Dulquer Salmaan

26/09/2025

Dulquer Salmaan approached the High Court seeking the release of a luxury car in connection with an Enforcement Directorate probe into alleged smuggling of high-end vehicles from Bhutan. The case drew wide attention because investigators searched his home and other locations across South India as part of the wider operation.

16/09/2025

Dulquer Salmaan spoke about the unexpected success of his film Lokah, noting that the film’s performance surprised even those involved in the project. Coverage around the film highlighted how the success strengthened his standing as both an actor and producer in Malayalam cinema.

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Bio/Wiki

NicknameSalu, DQ

Physical Stats & More

Height175 cm
Weight75 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack

Educational Qualification(s)

Bachelor of Business Management (BBM)Purdue University
3 Months acting courseBarry John Acting Studio, Mumbai

Personal Life

ReligionIslam
HobbiesSinging, Watching Films, Travelling
TattooOn Left Forearm: Black Stripes

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date22/12/2011

Family

FatherMammootty
MotherSulfath Kutty
SiblingsKutty Surumi (elder)
SpouseAmal Sufiya (architect)
ChildrenMaryam

Career

Debut
Film (Malayalam)Second Show (2012) as Harilal 'Lalu'
Film (Tamil)Vaayai Moodi Pesavum (2014) as Aravind
Film (Bollywood)Karwan (2018) as Avinash
Awards, Honours
Asiavision Award for Best NewcomerSecond Show (2012)
Filmfare Award South for Best Debut- MaleSecond Show (2013)
Asianet Film Award for Star of the Year2014
South Indian International Movie Award for Best Debut (Male)Vaayai Moodi Pesavum (2015)
Kerala State Film Award for Best ActorCharlie (2016)
Behindwoods Gold Wall of Famers for Best PerformerKali and Kammatipaadam (2017)
Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor – TeluguMahanati (2018) and Sita Ramam (2022)
Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut – SouthUstad Hotel (2012)
Kerala Film Critics Association AwardMultiple films
Gaddar Telangana State Film AwardMultiple films

Favourites

Favourite FoodBiryani
Favourite ActorsRajinikanth, Pawan Kalyan, Mahesh Babu
Favourite DirectorMani Ratnam
Favourite SuperheroesIronman, Batman
Favourite AppTwitter
Favourite Holiday DestinationLondon
Favourite FilmsManam (2014), Magadheera (2009)

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/dqsalmaan/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/DQSalmaan/
Twitterhttps://twitter.com/dqsalmaan

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Dulquer Salmaan was born in Kochi to the famous actor Mammootty and his wife Sulfath Kutty.
2. At a young age, Dulquer developed a keen interest in film direction and made short films using his father's camera.
3. After graduation, he worked as a Business Manager in a reputed US firm.
4. He later moved to Dubai where he engaged in IT-related business activities for a period.
5. Upon returning to India, he underwent a three-month acting course at the Barry John Acting Studio in Mumbai.
6. In 2012, Dulquer began his acting career with the role of Harilal/Lalu in the Malayalam film “Second Show,” earning a Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
7. His appearance in the romantic drama “Bangalore Days” in 2014 proved to be a major success in the Malayalam film industry.
8. In 2018, he entered Bollywood with the film “Karwan” portraying the character of ‘Avinash.’
9. Dulquer actively participated in Chennai Gives by contributing 150 items such as clothing, shoes, books, school supplies, and crockery.
10. Aside from acting, he is known for his singing and has lent his voice to several songs, including "Johnny Mone Johnny" from the film ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi (2013).
11. Dulquer is involved in a car-trading web portal business as well as a dental chain in Chennai.
12. He serves as the director of the Bangalore-based ‘Motherhood Hospital.’
13. Dulquer's passion for cars and bikes has been prominent since his early years.
14. He acquired a Ferrari 296 GTB in November 2023.
15. Although initially scared of dogs as a child, he now has a pet dog named Honey.
16. In an interview, Salmaan mentioned that he transitioned from Business Management to acting to escape the monotony he experienced as a Business Manager.
17. He shared in an interview that his name, Dulquer, is believed to be a blend of two warrior names, possibly referencing Alexander The Great.
18. He is one of the highest-paid Malayalam actors and has expanded his career to Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films.
19. His highest-grossing releases include the Telugu films Mahanati (2018), Sita Ramam (2022), and Lucky Baskhar (2024).
20. He achieved box-office success in Tamil cinema with O Kadhal Kanmani (2015) and Kannum Kannum Kollaiyadithaal (2020).

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