Ozan Güven

Theater, film, and television series actor. Born on May 19, 1975, in Nuremberg, Germany. He graduated from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University State Conservatory, Department of Modern Dance. Ozan Güven is one of the most charismatic, highly accomplished, yet controversial leading actors in contemporary Turkish cinema. He made his television debut in the late 1990s and quickly rose to prominence with his role in the acclaimed series "Second Spring" (İkinci Bahar). He became a comedy icon through his frequent collaborations with his close friend, comedian Cem Yılmaz, starring in box-office hits like "G.O.R.A.", "A.R.O.G.", and "Yahşi Batı." He achieved monumental global fame with his magnificent performance as the cunning Grand Vizier Rüstem Pasha in the historical epic "Magnificent Century" (Muhteşem Yüzyıl). He further solidified his international star power as the obsessed psychologist Can Manay in the hit psychological thriller series "Fi." In 2020, his prominent career faced severe public and legal backlash following a highly publicized domestic violence lawsuit involving his former girlfriend, Deniz Bulutsuz. The scandal led to his immediate removal from the series "Babil" and a multi-year hiatus from the screen. Following the conclusion of his legal troubles, he made his television comeback with a leading role in the drama series "Taş Kağıt Makas" alongside heavy work in independent theater. Interesting facts: Born in Germany to a Turkish immigrant family, he possesses a deeply intense screen presence, sharp brown eyes, and distinct comedic timing. Due to his background in modern dance, he is highly praised for his expressive physical acting. Beyond acting, he has a deep passion for fashion and footwear design, having successfully operated his own high-end concept shoe boutique in Istanbul for years. In his leisure time, he is an avid art collector and values a quiet lifestyle away from the cameras. Marital Status: Divorced (was married to acclaimed director Türkan Derya from 2005 to 2010; they share a son named Ali Ateş).