With Kaantha marking its grand arrival in theatres on 14 November 2025, people are going crazy about Dulquer Salmaan. Some of the early reviewers tweeted that his performance as T.K Mahadevan was “extraordinary” and “one of his most powerful roles yet”.
From a rebellious biker to a poetic lover and now a 1950s superstar, Dulquer Salmaan has proven that he can easily slip into any character or role which makes him one of the most versatile actors of this generation. So, before we get swept away in the Kaantha wave, check out these Top 10 movies of Dulquer Salmaan which will make you believe how Goated (Greatest of all times) actor he is in the industry.
10. Karwaan (2018)
- Movie Budget : 22cr
- Overall Gross : 29cr
Karwaan is a Hindi road trip of three people travelling from Bangalore to Kochi, helmed by the director Akarsh Khurana. The film stars Dulquer Salmaan and Irfaan Khan as the main leads. The trip begins with a body-swap and turns out to be a self-discovery.
Dulquer Salmaan plays the role of Avinash who is a stuck IT professional. He brings out the emotional side of the character in front of the audience beautifully.
Platform: Streaming on Prime Video
9. Jomon’s Gospels (2017)
- Movie Budget : 10cr
- Overall Gross : 37cr
Helmed by Sathyan Anthikkad, the film is a family centric drama about responsibilities and a father-son bond. The story revolves around a care-free young man who sells his father’s shop only to realise his mistake later and learns the bitter truth about the harsh world.
Dulquer Salmaan plays the role of Jomon- a rich and immature son who slowly grows into a responsible person. His performance in the movie perfectly balances the youthful recklessness that later transforms genuinely.
Platform: Streaming on ManoramaMAX
8. Charlie (2015)
- Movie Budget : 15cr
- Overall Gross : 40cr
Charlie is a magical-realist tale of a woman searching for Charlie. People have reviewed it as a movie filled with optimism and pure love.
Dulquer Salmaan plays the role of Charlie, whose presence touches everyone’s life. His role in the movie feels like a dream, whimsical and warm. He won the Kerala State Film Award of Best Actor for his role in Charlie.
Platform: Disney+ Hotstar/ Jiostar
7. King of Kotha (2023)
- Movie Budget : 45cr
- Overall Gross : 40.1cr
Directed by Abhilash Joshiy, King of Kotha is a gangster-thriller movie that dives deep into crime, power and loyalty. The movie shows how Kotha’s underworld is ruled by drugs, violence, and a code of brotherhood.
Dulquer Salmaan plays the role of Raju who is a charismatic gangster, worshipped like a king by his people. His performance in the movie is described as a mix of “vulnerable underdog” and “don”.
6. Bangalore Days (2014)
- Movie Budget : 10cr
- Overall Gross : 46cr
Bangalore Days is a heartwarming story about three cousins who are chasing love, success and their dreams in Bangalore.
Dulquer plays the role of ‘Aju’, the rebel biker cousin who is brash and free with a deep caring soul.
Platform: Streaming on Disney+ Hotstar/ Jiostar
5. O Kadhal Kanmani (2015)
- Movie Budget : 6cr
- Overall Gross : 46.5cr
This movie is a modern romance directed by Mani Ratnam that explores the theme of love, ambition and commitment. Dulquer plays the role of Aditya Varadarajan (Adi) who has a youthful charm and emotional depth perfectly portrayed by him.
Platform: Streaming on Amazon Prime Video
4. Kurup (2021)
- Movie Budget : 20cr
- Overall Gross : 81cr
Directed by Srinath Rajendra, ‘Kurup’ is a crime thriller that blends facts and myth revolving around the disappearance of Kurup. Dulquer plays the titular role of Sukumara Kurup, the real-life fugitive. He brings an enigmatic charm in the movie playing equal parts of a strategic mastermind and a haunted man. Kurup brings out the dark and compelling side of his performance as an actor.
Platform: Currently streaming on Netflix and rental on regional streaming platforms
3. Mahanati (2018)
- Movie Budget : 20cr
- Overall Gross : 84cr
This film is a biopic of a legendary actress Savitri which reflects the story of her relationships and career highs and lows. Dulquer plays the role of Ganesan, a charming, glamorous yet flawed celebrity with a complicated heart. He won the Filmfare Critics Award of Best Actor- Telugu for his role as Gemini Ganesan in Mahanati.
Platform: Streaming on Amazon Prime Video
2. Sita Ramam (2022)
- Movie Budget : 30cr
- Overall Gross : 96cr
This is one of the most loved movies. Directed by Hanu Raghavapudi, the movie captures a beautiful love story which started with a life-changing letter from a woman named Sita (played by Mrunal Thakur).
Dulquer plays the role of Lieutenant Ram, a soldier with courage and sincerity. The film bagged 12 awards with 24 nominations.
Platform: Streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Jiostar and MX Player
1. Lucky Bhaskar (2023)
- Movie Budget : 40cr
- Overall Gross : 110.5cr
This brilliant movie directed by Venki Atluri is a retro drama revolving around a bank cashier who is going through a difficult financial phase. The financial storms makes him greedy, ambitious and vulnerable.
Dulquer plays the role of Bhaskar Kumar who is a soft-spoken banker who stumbles into the greed of fast money. His performance makes Bhaskar both flawed and sympathetic. He won a special Jury Award at the Telangana State Film Awards (Gaddar Awards) for his excellent performance in Lucky Bhaskar.
Platform: Streaming on Netflix
Wrap up
Dulquer Salmaan’s filmography is a blend of romance, thriller, biopics and classic dramas. His quick transition into his roles paints the picture of an actor who is not just a leading man of the movie but a storyteller and a risk taker. These 10 movies reflects not just his market success but his growth as an artist.
And Dulquer continues to choose diverse roles to expand his reach in every genre. It’s clear that his journey as an actor is getting bigger and better with time. Even with the evolving projects his love for his fans remain constant. His love for his fans, ground-to-earth nature is what makes him one of the most beloved stars.
Written by: Supriya