Dulquer Salmaan

Born: 1983-07-28

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Last Updated on 25 Jun 2025

Dulquer Salmaan is a popular Indian actor and playback singer known for his work in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films.

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Dulquer Salmaan is a popular Indian actor and playback singer known for his work in Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films.

Dulquer Salmaan is a versatile Indian actor, entrepreneur, and playback singer, best known for his work in Malayalam cinema. Born on July 28, 1986, he is the son of legendary actor Mammootty. After completing his MBA in the U.S., Dulquer Salmaan made his film debut with Second Show (2012), which earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. With a charming screen presence and acting versatility, Dulquer has starred in several critically acclaimed and commercially successful films like Bangalore Days, Charlie, Mahanati, Kurup, and Sita Ramam. His performances have won him multiple awards and a fan base across South India and beyond. Apart from films, he is also a successful entrepreneur and car enthusiast. Dulquer Salmaan continues to break language barriers, acting in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films, earning a place among India’s most respected pan-Indian actors.

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Alternative names DQ, Dulquer, DQ Salmaan; Height 5′ 7″ (1.70 m); Born July 28, 1983 · Kochi, Kerala, India; Children Maryam Ameerah Salmaan; Relatives Mammootty (father), Sulfath Kutty (mother), Maryam Ameerah Salmaan (daughter)
Other works: Producer, Entrepreneur and Playback Singer

FAQ

Yes, Dulquer Salmaan is married to Amal Sufiya, an architect. They tied the knot in 2011 and have a daughter named Maryam.

Yes, he is very active on Instagram and Facebook, where he shares film updates, personal moments, and style photos.

Yes, his production company is called Wayfarer Films, which has produced several Malayalam films.

Yes, he has sung a few songs in his movies, showcasing his multi-talented persona.

Dulquer has several projects lined up across languages, including Hindi and Tamil films. Check his social media for official announcements.

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Trivia

Dulquer Salmaan is the son of legendary Malayalam actor Mammootty.
Before entering films, he completed his Business Management degree from Purdue University (USA).
He runs a car trading web portal and has a keen interest in automobiles.

Quotes

“I don’t want to do too many films a year. I want each film to matter.”
“Being Mammootty's son opened the door, but staying in the room is my job.”

Trademarks

Charming on-screen presence with boy-next-door appeal
Versatile acting across romance, action, and drama genres

Nicknames

DQ and Kunjikka

Salaries

Malayalam Films: ₹2 – ₹3 Crores per film
Tamil/Telugu Films: ₹3 – ₹5 Crores per film
Hindi Films: ₹4 – ₹6 Crores per film
Brand Endorsements: ₹50 Lakhs – ₹1 Crore per campaign