Fans Celebrate 14 Years of Dulquer Salmaan’s Cinematic Journey

marked a significant milestone for actor Dulquer Salmaan , as fans across the country celebrated 14 years of his journey in Indian cinema . The actor made his debut in 2012 with the Malayalam neo-noir thriller Second Show , and over the years, has emerged as one of the most versatile and bankable pan-Indian stars .

The son of legendary actor Mammootty , Dulquer has carved his own identity with performances spanning Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi cinema , earning both commercial success and critical acclaim.

Career Highlights and Achievements:

After his debut, Dulquer quickly gained recognition with Ustad Hotel (2012), a performance that earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut – South . His career trajectory continued upward with a string of successful and well-received films.

Some of his most notable hits include Bangalore Days (2014), Charlie (2015)—which won him the Kerala State Film Award for Best Actor Mahanati (2018), Sita Ramam (2022), and his highest-grossing film to date, Lucky Baskhar (2024).

While widely loved for his romantic, boy-next-door roles, Dulquer has also impressed critics with intense performances in films such as Kammatipaadam , Kurup , and Chup , proving his range across genres.

Over the years, he has won five Filmfare Awards South , including Best Actor (Critics) honours in both Telugu and Malayalam cinema . Beyond acting, Dulquer founded his own production house, Wayfarer Films , and has showcased his musical talent by singing several tracks in his films.

14th Anniversary Celebrations:

Fans marked the 14th anniversary by flooding social media with video edits, career timelines, and tribute posts , celebrating his evolution from a debutant to a pan-Indian star. Admirers highlighted his diverse filmography, spanning romance, drama, action thrillers, and experimental roles.

Looking Ahead: 2026 Projects:

Looking forward, anticipation is high for Dulquer Salmaan’s upcoming projects in 2026. These include: I’m Game – A Malayalam action film directed by Nahas Hidhayath , scheduled for release in April 2026 , marking his return to Malayalam cinema after King of Kotha . Kaantha – A multilingual Tamil project produced under his home banner Wayfarer Films . Aakasamlo Oka Tara – An upcoming Telugu film . Bheegi Bheegi – A romantic music video featuring Dulquer alongside Mrunal Thakur , composed by A.R. Rahman , released on February 2, 2026 .

Fourteen years since Second Show , Dulquer Salmaan continues to evolve as an actor, producer, and performer, with fans eagerly watching the next phase of his cinematic journey.