Ozan Akbaba

Theater, film, and television series actor, composer, and screenwriter. Born on June 9, 1982, in Kars, Turkey. He pursued his higher education at Akdeniz University, graduating from the Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Interior Architecture and Environmental Design. While advancing his university training, he actively engaged in stage acting. Alongside his screen career, he is a trained musician and composer who scores music for theatrical plays, short projects, and independent feature movies. Ozan Akbaba is a well-known Turkish screen and character actor. He captured initial television prominence through his appearances in projects such as "Barut," "Kangal," and delivering a notable supporting performance in the acclaimed drama series "Kuzey Güney" (2012–2013). His other early television credits include joining the cast of "Poyraz Karayel" and appearing in the comedy show "Güldür Güldür". His ultimate career breakthrough and massive nationwide stardom came with his brilliant portrayal of İlyas Çakırbeyli in the legendary cult crime action series on atv network, "Grand Family" (Eşkıya Dünyaya Hükümdar Olmaz, 2015–2021). His multi-layered performance became one of the key anchors of the blockbuster show. He successfully solidified his leading-man credentials by starring in the medical drama series "Kasaba Doktoru" (Town Doctor, 2022–2023) and leading the premium drama series "Siyah Kalp" (Black Heart, 2024). On the silver screen, his feature film credits include the hit comedy blockbusters "Düğün Dernek" (2013) and "Mutlak Adalet" (2014). Interesting facts: He uniquely combines his dramatic performances with a professional background in music, composing and arranging original scores for various independent short films and stage plays. Armed with a degree in architecture, he retains a strong interest in structural design and interior aesthetics. He maintains a highly engaging digital profile with millions of followers across social platforms and practices regular athletic conditioning. Marital Status: Married. He has been wedded to Elif Buket Faryalı since 2017. The couple shares a son named Ozan Ali.