Kirtivarman was succeeded by his son Sallakshamanvarman. He was a brave and powerful ruler like his father. He had made a conquest over Antarvedi but could not establish his authority over it on account of Gahadva`a king Chandradeva. He also snatched the treasures of Malava and Chedis from Parmar king Inarvarman and king Yashakarna of Chedi dynasty as well.

According to the historians he has been described a very generous and charitable king. He was also a lover of education, literature and arts. He ruled for 15 years.