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India.com
11 hours ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Meet actor, who is the son of superstar, left his IT job, became overnight star with his second film, worked with Sunny Deol in..., his name is...
He's not just a performer, but a blend of charm, grace, and quiet intensity. Fondly called 'Kunjikka' by admirers, his journey didn't begin with glitz but with grounded ambition far from the arc lights. He didn't rely on a towering legacy alone; he earned his stripes with nuanced roles, linguistic versatility, and a magnetic screen presence. Be it a poetic, romantic, or a layered anti-hero, he becomes the character and shines on the big screen, whose shine will never fade away because he is not just an artist, but a blend of art and masterful craft. Who is this actor This remarkable actor is none other than Dulquer Salmaan, the son of legendary Malayalam icon Mammootty, who is currently celebrating his 43rd birthday. Born in 1986, in Kochi, he spent his early years studying in Chennai and then earned a business degree from Purdue University in the USA. After a stint in the IT business in Dubai, feeling uninspired, he enrolled in a three‑month acting course at Barry John Acting Studio in Mumbai and embraced cinema as his sacred profession. How did Dulquer Salmaan establish himself as an artist? Dulquer debuted with the gritty Malayalam crime drama Second Show (2012), playing a gangster, a role he chose deliberately to earn respect as a hero rather than rely on legacy. But it was Ustad Hotel later that same year where he played a chef named Faizy, garnering wide acclaim and a Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut alongside his first Best Actor nomination. Bold choices in diverse roles from ABCD: American-Born Confused Desi to Neelakasham Pachakadal Chuvanna Bhoomi helped build his reputation as a soulful entertainer. Notable works of Dulquer Salmaan By year 2014-15, Dulquer had exploded onto the pan‑Indian stage. He starred in Bangalore Days, one of Malayalam cinema's biggest hits, and ventured into Tamil with Vaayai Moodi Pesavum, winning a debut award. His performance in Charlie not only won him a Kerala State Film Award but also cemented his place as a charismatic lead across industries. He later appeared in O Kadhal Kanmani, Kurup, and debuted in Bollywood with Karwaan alongside Late Irrfan Khan and Mithila Palkar, The Zoya Factor with Sonam Kapoor Ahuja and critically acclaimed Chup with Shreya Dhanwanthary and Sunny Deol. Later, Dulquer reached new heights with the Telugu hits Sita Ramam and Lucky Baskhar, a smart black‑comedy crime drama, helmed by Venky Atluri. Made on a Rs 100 crore budget, the film grossed Rs 111.9 crore and made him the first Malayalam actor to win the Telangana State Film Award (Special Jury) for Best Actor. More about Dulquer Salmaan Beyond acting, he leads Wayfarer Films, his own production banner, steering Malayalam cinema toward new horizons. His upcoming slate includes Lokah – Chapter One: Chandra, a pioneering female‑led superhero film and the first 'superhero cinematic universe' in Malayalam, now in post‑production. On the personal front, he married Chennai‑based architect Amal Sufiya in 2011 through a quiet arranged wedding. Their daughter Maryam Ameerah, born in May 2017, is the pride of the family.
Pink Villa
15 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Dulquer Salmaan's Kaantha teaser promises a stormy story of fame and mentorship
Dulquer Salmaan is celebrating his 42nd birthday on July 28, 2025, and the makers of his next movie, Kaantha, have unveiled a special treat for fans. The period drama venture has officially dropped its teaser, announcing the film to release on September 12, 2025. Kaantha Teaser Review Kaantha showcases a period drama cinematic venture, set in the 1950s of Tamil cinema. The era, considered to be the golden age of Indian cinema, features Dulquer Salmaan as a superstar unlike any other in his contemporary life. With his rise in glory, the teaser showcases an intense look into how a superstar made a film his own, enjoying love from everyone around him. As he begins a new movie, 'Saantha' set to become Tamil cinema's first-ever horror flick, the superstar reunites with his mentor, teasing a rising animosity between them. While the teaser started off as if it would be a revenge ploy by the superstar's former mentor, the dynamics take a massive shift as Dulquer Salmaan's character makes the final decisions on set. With every change, the film once titled Saantha would also be changed to 'Kaantha,' a name meant for him. Watch the teaser for Kaantha: Kaantha is a Tamil-Telugu language bilingual movie starring Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role. The film is co-produced by Dulquer himself, along with Rana Daggubati, who is expected to play a key role in the film. As DQ returns to Tamil cinema after some time, the ensemble cast includes Bhagyashri Borse, Samuthirkani, Ravindra Vijay, and many more in key roles. The period film is directed by Selvamani Selvaraj, who previously made the 2016 romantic drama, Nila. Dulquer Salmaan's work front Dulquer Salmaan is currently working on his next film, Aakasam Lo Oka Tara, a Telugu-language film expected to be in the romantic genre. Moreover, the actor will soon be returning to Malayalam cinema with an action flick titled I'm Game. Furthermore, Dulquer recently unveiled the teaser of the film Lokah - Chapter One: Chandra, directed by Dominic Arun. As DQ bankrolls the project, Naslen and Kalyani Priyadarshan play leading roles. The film is said to be the first installment in a planned cinematic universe with Tovino Thomas and Dulquer Salmaan expected to play cameo roles.
Hindustan Times
16 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Kaantha trailer: Dulquer Salmaan, Samuthirakani head a tale of bruised egos between father-son. Watch
Kaantha trailer: The trailer for Selvaraj Selvamani's Dulquer Salmaan and Samuthirakani-starrer Kaantha was released on Monday. Dulquer, who celebrates his birthday today, July 28, and Samuthirakani play son and father in what looks like a retro tale of bruised egos. Kaantha trailer: The Tamil-Telugu bi-lingual is produced by Rana Daggubati and Dulquer Salmaan. Kaantha trailer The trailer for Kaantha begins with a studio announcing a horror film called Saantha, the first horror film being made in Tamil/Telugu. Set in 1950s Madras, Samuthirakani is shown as the director of the film, fondly called Ayya by everyone, who doesn't seem happy about the film's cast. Leading the film is his son, a superstar who was trained all his life by his father to be in films, and yet, something has gone wrong between them. Even as Dulquer tells a co-star that no one respects Ayya more than him, the feelings don't seem reciprocated. Ayya is quick to choke his son and throw chairs at him. But after he decides to make the female actor, played by Bhagyashri Borse, both the 'hero and heroine', Dulquer seems at wits' end, deciding to hit back. He even tells the studio that the film will now be called Kaantha, not Saantha. The trailer ends by hinting at a war of ego between father and son. The internet thought the trailer of Kaantha was 'superb' if reactions on X (formerly Twitter) and YouTube are anything to go by. 'Big fan of your gemini ganeshan role in Mahanati. Now this one also giving same vibes. Can't wait to experience this on screen,' commented one fan. 'more than expected. seems another banger loading,' wrote another. One person thought Kaantha was a 'sureshot hit' while a few others praised Dulquer for his script selection. About Kaantha Kaantha is written and directed by Selvaraj Selvamani and stars Dulquer, Samuthirakani and Bhagyashri as the leads. Jhanu Chanthar composed the music for the film, which will be released in theatres on 12 September. Rana Daggubati, Dulquer Salmaan, Prashanth Potluri and Jom Varghese produce the film under Spirit Media and Wayfarer Films.
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Kaantha' teaser: Dulquer Salmaan starrer promises intense drama and visual grandeur
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) DQ fans assemble! The versatile actor had something special in store on the occasion of his birthday. The actor unveiled the much-awaited teaser of his upcoming film 'Kaantha' on Monday (July 28). The announcement came with a warm invitation from Dulquer himself, who posted, 'The road to release begins with the first tease at 3PM tomorrow. Join us for the official (Tamil) teaser release of @kaanthafilm.' As the clock struck 3 PM, the teaser dropped, offering a gripping first look into what promises to be one of the most intense drama films of the season. Intense drama meets visual splendour The teaser of 'Kaantha' offers more than just glimpses. The teaser draws you into a world marked by depth, conflict. Alongside Dulquer Salmaan , the movie also features the actors Rana Daggubati, Bhagyashri Borse, and Samuthirakani. The teaser starts with a film crew all set to shoot a horror film, where Samuthirakani asks for the first shot. He finds out that the actor Chandran (Dulquer Salmaan) is part of the film. The shots then cut to Dulquer's character, who appears to be preparing for his role. It is revealed that Samuthirakani and Dulquer's characters share an intense past, which has caused them to not speak for a long time. Later we see an intense ego fight between Dulquer and Samuthirakani's character. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Is this legal? Access all TV channels without a subscription! Techno Mag Learn More Undo It's the visual scale which is cut between monochrome and colour that truly elevates the teaser. With Dani Sanchez-Lopez behind the camera, the period setting is brought to life with a striking palette and meticulously crafted scenes. Netizens react - Performer incoming The teaser has indeed impressed the audiences. One comment read, "waiting for another peak performance." Another comment read, "Perfomer incoming." A third one praised DQ's acting, as the comment read, "Peak level acting." Watch the teaser here. Kaantha Official Tamil Teaser | Dulquer Salmaan | Samuthirakani | Bhagyashri Borse | Rana Daggubati Backed by magnificent craft, built for emotion Directed by Selvamani Selvaraj , 'Kaantha' brings together a technical crew as compelling as its cast. Jhanu Chanthar's music adds mood and mystery, while Lewllyn Anthony Gonsalvez is in charge of editing. The teaser doesn't give away too much—but that's precisely where its strength lies. Overall, 'Kaantha' is surely one of the most awaited films of Dulquer Salmaan and the expectations are high for all the right reasons.
News18
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Dulquer Salmaan Drops Lokah – Chapter One: Chandra Teaser On His Birthday, Fans Call It ‘Super'
Dulquer Salmaan unveiled the teaser of Lokah – Chapter One: Chandra on his birthday, introducing Malayalam cinema's first superhero universe. Fans loved it! Dulquer Salmaan has unveiled the much-anticipated teaser of Lokah – Chapter One: Chandra, introducing Malayalam cinema's first superhero universe. Backed by Wayfarer Films, the film marks a genre-defining moment with a striking blend of mythology, spectacle, and emotion. The teaser, which dropped on Dulquer's birthday, offers a powerful glimpse into a cinematic world like no other — dark, mystical, and deeply rooted in Indian culture. Kalyani Priyadarshan stuns in a fierce new superhero avatar, promising a character that's as layered as she is formidable. While dropping the teaser, Dulquer wrote, 'Lokah! In theatres this Onam. Teaser out now." As soon as the actor dropped the clip, fans started showering him with love. One wrote, 'Welcome to the world of Lokah 😊." 'Teaser is super ❤❤❤❤❤," another commented. A third fan shared, 'Insane new projects from Mollywood." Directed by Dominic Arun, Chandra is the first chapter in an ambitious franchise helmed by Dulquer, who continues to push boundaries as both actor and producer. With high-impact visuals and a story that feels both local and epic, Lokah is already shaping up to be one of the most exciting titles to watch. On the work front, Dulquer is gearing up for the release of I'm Game, a high-octane action entertainer directed by Nahas Hidayath. The film promises to showcase Salmaan in a mass-appeal avatar and is expected to hit screens soon. Dulquer Salmaan makes his much-anticipated comeback to Malayalam cinema with I'm Game, following his 2023 action-drama King of Kotha. Dulquer Salmaan recently met with Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy in Hyderabad to extend his personal thanks after being honoured at the Gaddar Telangana State Film Awards. Salmaan, who received the Jury Award for his performance in Lucky Baskhar, was unable to attend the ceremony as he was abroad at the time. To make up for it, he visited the CM in person and later shared a note of appreciation online. Sharing moments from their interaction on social media, Dulquer praised the Chief Minister's hospitality and spoke warmly about their conversation. Dulquer's film Lucky Baskhar earned praise at the recently held awards ceremony, with accolades going to several members of the team. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
