Burak Özçivit

 Burak Özçivit is a prominent Turkish actor and model, born on December 24, 1984, in Istanbul, Turkey. He grew up in Istanbul, where he completed his high school education at Kazım İşmen High School. Burak later attended Marmara University, where he studied at the Faculty of Fine Arts, focusing on Photography.

Early Career and Modeling

Burak began his career in the entertainment industry as a model. In 2003, he won the title of Best Model of Turkey, which propelled him into the spotlight. He also competed in the Best Model of the World contest, where he placed second. This success in modeling opened doors for him in acting.

Acting Career

Burak made his acting debut in the television series "Eksi 18" in 2006. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Çet in the series "Zoraki Koca" (2007). His performance garnered attention and set the stage for more significant roles.

One of his breakthrough roles came in the historical drama series "Muhteşem Yüzyıl" (Magnificent Century) from 2011 to 2013, where he played the character Malkoçoğlu Balı Bey. This role significantly increased his popularity and established him as a talented actor in the industry.

Notable Works

- **"Çalıkuşu" (2013-2014)**: Burak starred as Kamran in this adaptation of the classic Turkish novel. The series also featured Fahriye Evcen, who would later become his wife.

- **"Kara Sevda" (2015-2017)**: Burak played the lead role of Kemal Soydere in this romantic drama series. "Kara Sevda" was highly successful, both domestically and internationally, winning numerous awards, including an International Emmy Award.

- **"Kuruluş: Osman" (2019-Present)**: Burak portrays Osman I, the founder of the Ottoman Empire, in this historical drama series. His performance in this role has been critically acclaimed, and the series enjoys high ratings.

Film Career

In addition to his television success, Burak has appeared in several films:

- **"Musallat" (2007)**: His film debut, a horror movie.

- **"Aşk Sana Benzer" (2015)**: A romantic drama co-starring Fahriye Evcen.

- **"Kardeşim Benim" (2016) and its sequel "Kardeşim Benim 2" (2017)**: Comedy-drama films that were well-received at the box office.

Personal Life

Burak Özçivit married actress Fahriye Evcen on June 29, 2017. The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Karan, in April 2019. Burak is known for his close relationship with his family and often shares moments from his personal life on social media.

 numerous awards for his acting, including several Best Actor awards from various Turkish television and film organizations. His work has earned him a significant following both in Turkey and abroad, particularly in the Middle East and Latin America.

  Media and Public Image

Burak is very active on social media, where he has millions of followers. His good looks, charismatic personality, and acting talent have made him a beloved figure in the Turkish entertainment industry. He continues to work on new projects, maintaining his status as one of Turkey's top actors.