Personal Details
Attribute | Details |
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Full Name | Dulquer Salmaan |
Nicknames | DQ, Salu |
Date of Birth | July 28, 1986 |
Age | 37 years (2024) |
Birthplace | Kochi, Kerala, India |
Height | 175 cm (5’9″) |
Education | Bachelor’s in Business Management, Purdue University |
Profession | Actor, Producer, Singer, Entrepreneur |
Languages | Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Hindi |
Family Information
Relation | Details |
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Father | Mammootty (Actor) |
Mother | Sulfath Kutty |
Sibling | Kutty Surumi |
Spouse | Amal Sufiya (married December 22, 2011) |
Children | Maryam Ameerah Salmaan (born May 5, 2017) |
Early Life and Education
Born into a film family in Kochi, Kerala, Dulquer Salmaan completed his primary education at Toc-H Public School, Kochi, before moving to Sishya School in Chennai for his secondary education. Despite being the son of legendary actor Mammootty, he initially chose a different path, pursuing business management at Purdue University, USA.
Professional Journey
Corporate Career
After graduation, Dulquer worked as a business manager in the US and later relocated to Dubai for an IT-related business. However, feeling monotonous in corporate life, he decided to pursue acting.
Entry into Acting
Before his acting debut, he completed a three-month course at Barry John Acting Studio in Mumbai. His debut came in 2012 with the Malayalam crime drama “Second Show,” which earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut.
Career Milestones
Malayalam Cinema
- “Ustad Hotel” (2012) – Critical and commercial success
- “Bangalore Days” (2014) – One of Malayalam cinema’s highest-grossing films
- “Charlie” (2015) – Won Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor
- “Kurup” (2021) – Biographical crime drama
Pan-Indian Presence
- Tamil Debut: “Vaayai Moodi Pesavum” (2014)
- Telugu Debut: “Mahanati” (2018) as Gemini Ganesan
- Hindi Debut: “Karwaan” (2018) with Irrfan Khan
- “Sita Ramam” (2022) – Pan-Indian success
Business Ventures
- Owns a car-trading web portal
- Operates a dental business chain in Chennai
- Director of Bangalore-based Motherhood Hospital
- Film production company
Awards and Recognition
- Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor
- Five Filmfare Awards South
- South Indian International Movie Award
- Kerala Film Critics Association Award
- Listed among 50 most desirable men in India (Times of India, 2014)
Personal Life
Married architect Amal Sufiya in an arranged marriage on December 22, 2011. The couple welcomed their daughter Maryam on May 5, 2017. Known for his passion for automobiles, he recently purchased a Ferrari 296 GTB in November 2023.
Social Initiatives
- Participated in Kerala Motor Vehicle department’s safe riding campaign
- Contributed to Chennai Gives initiative
- Donated clothing, books, and supplies for social causes
- Supports various charitable activities
Future Projects
- “Guns & Gulaabs” (Netflix series)
- “Kalki 2898 AD”
- Multiple projects in Malayalam, Tamil, and Telugu industries
Legacy and Impact
Dulquer has successfully established himself as a pan-Indian star while maintaining his identity as a versatile actor. His journey from a business graduate to one of India’s most sought-after actors demonstrates his dedication to craft and ability to balance commercial success with artistic integrity.