By Entertainment Desk | July 14, 2025
After graduation, Dulquer spent more than two years working in the construction industry in Dubai before realizing his true purpose.
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Despite having a history in acting, he acknowledged that he was “petrified” of the stage and camera at a young age out of concern that he would be compared to his father, Mammootty.
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Prior to directing movies, Dulquer directed a dental chain in Chennai and Motherhood Hospital in Bengaluru. He also operated a car-trading website.
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Before making his film debut, he participated in short films and completed a three-month course at Mumbai’s Barry John Acting Studio because he was itching to express himself creatively.
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After winning the Filmfare Best Male Debut – South for his 2012 debut in Second Show, he went on to win a second debut award for Tamil cinema.
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Dulquer broke down barriers based on language. Additionally, he provided vocals for well-known songs like Johnny Mone Johnny and Chundari Penne.
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He ranks seventh in Chennai and 45th globally in a 2014 poll, making him one of the few Malayalam actors to appear on national “most desirable men” lists.
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Known for his modest demeanor, Dulquer is a voracious reader who once became known as the “burger chef” after mastering the art of making homemade burgers during a lockdown.
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He and his wife Amal got married in 2011. He changed the pace of his career after becoming a father in order to spend more quality time with his daughter.
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With more than 26 victories and 41 nominations, including numerous Filmfare South and Kerala State Film Awards, he is also involved in community service projects, such as promoting charity and safe-riding campaigns.
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