Happy Birthday, Dulquer Salmaan: 5 Things You Should Know About This Heartthrob

The actor is celebrating his 35th birthday today

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Dulquer Salmaan turned 35 today. (courtesy dqsalmaan)
New Delhi:

If you have not treated yourself to the charm and acting prowess of Malayalam actor Dulquer Salmaan, you are missing out on quite a lot. The dapper star, who is the son of the iconic actor Mammootty, is one of the most successful film personalities from Kerala in the recent past. As the son of a legendary actor, Dulquer had some big shoes to fill when he made his debut in 2012. However, with an unconventional yet interesting repertoire of work, the actor made sure to win the hearts of his audience. And his debut in Bollywood with the Karwaan and Zoya Factor proved that he was not one to be tied down by linguistic barriers.

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As the heartthrob celebrates his 35th birthday today, we take a look at some interesting facts about Dulquer Salmaan.

The Cinema Buff

In addition to being one of the most successful actors of his generation, Dulquer is also a huge fan of the movies and this is evident from his posts on Instagram. The Banglore Days actor is often seen sharing images and posters of his favourite films and does not forget to tell his fans how the movies and the craft, in general, have shaped him as an actor and as an individual.

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The Family Man

Dulquer is a thorough family man and makes no qualms in expressing his love for his close ones on Instagram. From loved-up posts for his wife, Amal Sufiya, to images of his adorable daughter, Maryam Ameerah Salmaan, Dulquer's social media timeline gives us all a glimpse into the man behind the star.

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And much like all cinema lovers, when Dulquer talks about his father, it is always with awe and respect.

The Automobile Junkie

Remember  Dulquer's popular role from Bangalore Days where he played a racer. Guess what? The actor is a fan of automobiles even in real life and can be spotted trying out a new car or bike once in a while. In his Instagram bio, Dulquer describes himself to be an “auto enthusiast”. Even when he chose to get back to painting after years, the first thing he drew was a bike.

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The Friend

Dulquer has played the role of a perfect friend in many of his movies and this trait is seen in the man as well. From cooking with actor Kunchacko Boban to dancing his heart out at the Nazriya-Fahadh Faasil wedding, we all want a friend like Dulquer.

The Singer

In addition to his ability to slip into any character, the actor can also set the stage on fire with his singing prowess. Therefore, it is no surprise that the actor has sung over 10 songs in various films.

Join us in wishing Dulquer Salmaan a happy birthday by telling us what you love about the actor in the comments section.

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