Maqbool Salmaan is the nephew of Malayalam superstar Mammootty. He made his debut in Asuravithu (2012). He gained popularity with Matinee which released in the same year. His notable work includes films like Parayan Baaki Vechathu, Kasaba, Dooram, Masterpiece, Abhrahaminte Santhathikal, Chanakyan and Maffi Dona.