Dulquer Salmaan Achieves a Rare Milestone with Lucky Baskhar
Dulquer Salmaan, a celebrated actor from the Malayalam film industry, has garnered a strong fan base across the country. While his primary work has been in Malayalam cinema, he has also made a mark in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi films. Known for his dedication, Dulquer ensures he lends his voice to his characters in their respective languages. Enhancing his connection with diverse audiences.
Starting his career with memorable Malayalam films, Dulquer’s decision to venture into straight Telugu films has proven to be a game-changer. So far, he has appeared in four Telugu films: Mahanati, Sita Ramam, a cameo in KALKI 2898 AD, and his latest, Lucky Baskhar. Remarkably, all four have been box-office successes and received critical acclaim.
His most recent release, Lucky Baskhar, which hit theaters on October 31, has been a massive hit. The film has received glowing reviews and performs well at the box office. By November 17, it grossed over ₹100 crores worldwide. He is marking Dulquer’s first film to achieve this milestone and his highest-grossing film to date. Impressively, the film has excelled not only in Telugu markets but also in Malayalam and Tamil regions.
Dulquer Salmaan Achieves a Rare Milestone with Lucky Baskhar
Dulquer’s top-grossing films are all Telugu productions: Lucky Baskhar (₹100+ crores), Sita Ramam (₹90+ crores), and Mahanati (₹85+ crores). This extraordinary achievement makes him possibly the only actor in India whose top three films and first ₹100-crore grosser come from an industry outside his home turf. It’s a rare feat that is likely to remain unmatched for a long time.
Looking ahead, Dulquer is teaming up with Swapna Cinema, the banner behind Mahanati and Sita Ramam, for another project titled Aakasam Lo Oka Tara. Directed by Pavan Sadineni, the film is a slice-of-life drama. Although official announcements are pending, reports suggest Sai Pallavi will play the female lead. With this promising combination of Dulquer, Sai Pallavi, and Swapna Cinema, the film has the potential to be yet another ₹100-crore hit at the box office.