Dulquer Salmaan Indian actor and producer known for his work in Malayalam cinema, with select appearances in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films.
Born on July 28, 1986, he is the younger son of legendary actor Mammootty and Sulfath. He began his career in 2010 and has since become one of the highest-paid actors in Malayalam cinema.
Celebrating 14 years in the industry, Dulquer is admired for his versatility, dedication, and evolving filmography that blends commercial appeal with artistic depth
. His latest project, Kaantha, a period film set in 1950s Madras, began streaming on Netflix on December 12, 2025. It is a collaborative production between his own banner, Wayfarer Films, and Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media.
He recently starred in this 2024 financial thriller, which follows a bank cashier’s descent into money laundering. Aakasamlo Oka Tara: This upcoming film is currently in its final production phase as of February 2026. He recently signed his 41st project, a Telugu centric film featuring veteran actor Jagapathi Babu. Im Game: A highly anticipated project expected to release around Onam 2026.
He made his acting debut in 2012 with the crime drama Second Show, followed by the critically acclaimed Ustad Hotel. He gained widespread recognition with hits like Bangalore Days (Malayalam), O Kadhal Kanmani (Tamil), Mahanati (Telugu), and Sita Ramam