Burak Deniz

Burak Deniz, a Turkish actor and model, has left an indelible mark on the world of Turkish television and film with his compelling performances and undeniable charisma. Born on February 17, 1991, Deniz rose to prominence with his portrayal of Murat Sarsılmaz in the popular rom-com series “Aşk Laftan Anlamaz” (2016–17), opposite Hande Erçel. Set in Istanbul, the series follows a workplace romance at a multinational fashion company, Sarte, where Deniz’s character, Murat, plays the crown prince of the textile empire. The series became an international phenomenon, earning Deniz and Erçel several awards for their stellar performances.

Following the success of “Aşk Laftan Anlamaz,” Deniz continued to showcase his versatility in various roles. He starred as Barış Aktan in the series “Bizim Hikaye” (2017–2019), an adaptation of the UK series “Shameless,” opposite Hazal Kaya.

In 2020, Deniz ventured into the crime genre, portraying Mehmet Kadir Bilmez in the web series “Yarım Kalan Aşklar,” opposite Dilan Çiçek Deniz. He further expanded his repertoire with roles in hit series such as “Maraşlı” (2021), “The Ignorant Angels” (2022), and “Şahmaran” (2023).

Deniz made his film debut in 2018 with “Arada,” a gripping tale about a punk singer’s nightmarish journey through Istanbul. He later starred in the Netflix original film “Kal” (2022) as Semih.

In 2023, Deniz reunited with Hande Erçel for the crime drama series “Bambaşka Biri,” where he portrayed Kenan Öztürk, a popular journalist grappling with dissociative personality disorder. The series garnered widespread acclaim, becoming a commercial success and solidifying Deniz’s reputation as one of Turkey’s most talented actors.