Who is Berkay Şahinoğlu? Ugly TV Series How old is Ismet, where is he originally from?

Who is Berkay Şahinoğlu Full Name: Berkay Şahinoğlu Date of Birth: April 18, 1998 Place of Birth: Bursa, Türkiye Height: There is no official information reflected to the public. Profession: Cinema, Theater and TV Series Actor, Writer, Director, Technical Manager Active Years: 2018 – Present Education: Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University Istanbul State Conservatory Theater Department Mother: No information available. Father: No information available.

Does he have a sibling?: He has an older brother who is approximately 38 years old (as of 2026). Where is he originally from: Bursa Social Media: Instagram (@berkayysahinoglu) Family and Childhood Years The answer to the question of where Berkay Şahinoğlu is originally from goes back to Bursa, where the artist was born and raised. Born in Bursa in 1998, Şahinoğlu grew up in an environment inclined towards art and fond of nature.

His first encounter with theater and his first step on the stage took place in his childhood, at the Bursa State Theater Ahmet Vefik Paşa Stage. When he was only 8 years old, he became a student of the master Ömer Naci Topcu, who served as the General Art Director of the Bursa State Theater between 2006 and 2015, and received training from him for 9 years, laying his theater infrastructure on a solid foundation at a very early age.

The artist, who has an older brother and a deep love for animals, calling his dog “my son”, draws a profile that prefers to keep his family away from the media. Although he is confused with pop singer Berkay Şahin due to the similarity of their names, the young artist’s family has a completely different structure. Career Beginning and Development After the deep-rooted childhood education he received in Bursa, he started his professional academic life in 2018 by entering the Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University Istanbul State Conservatory Theater Department, one of the most distinguished art institutions in Turkey.

He graduated from this prestigious school in 2023. He appeared on stage in many theater plays during and after his education; At the same time, he began to gain experience in front of the camera by appearing in mainstream television series such as “Atonement” and “Accidental Love” during his school years. Şahinoğlu, who wants to combine his acting talent with his culinary skills, became a student of Murat Mahmutyazıcıoğlu and Ahmet Sami Özbudak, two of Turkey’s important writers in the field of writing, in 2023.

These trainings bore fruit with his first major work, which he completed in 2025. Today, he continues his work as a director, writer and actor under the roof of Eksi Onix Collective; At the same time, as the “Technical Supervisor” of Eksi Onix Venue, he stands out as a theater worker who knows every detail of the stage. Achievements and Milestones Berkay Şahinoğlu’s first serious visibility and turning point in his television career was the character “Halil”, which he portrayed in the huge-budget TV series Jerusalem Conqueror Selahaddin Eyyübi in 2023.

The Star TV drama Ugly, which started broadcasting in 2026, turned him into a star known to the masses. The biggest turning point in the field of theater and creativity is the musical play **”Streets Leading to the Sea”**, which he wrote in 2025 and played to a sold-out house in the 2026 season. This project proved his versatile power in both writing, acting and within the Minus Sixteen Collective, of which he is the founder.

Acting Style and Influences Berkay Şahinoğlu, who comes from the discipline of Mimar Sinan, has adopted a style in acting that is far from “toxic positivity” and artificial tirades and believes in the organic rhythm of the street. He attaches importance to physical theater on stage and the direct, fast delivery of words, like a tennis match. While building his characters, he feeds on Istanbul’s current socio-economic problems (inflation, rent, financial difficulties).

Instead of dramatizing the character’s pain, it has a philosophy that focuses on “how they solve this problem” and instills “feel good” and hope in the audience. Latest Projects The artist entered 2026 with the most productive period of his career. While he received great acclaim on the screens with his character İsmet in the TV series Ugly, he simultaneously performs as a writer and actor in the theater play Denizlere Çok Sokaklar.

He also manages the technical and operational processes of the plays performed at Eksi Onix Venue. TV Series Berkay Şahinoğlu has appeared in popular TV series of national channels since his education years. 2020-2021 – Atonement – Actor 2021 – Accidental Love – Actor 2023 – Selahaddin Eyyübi, the Conqueror of Jerusalem – Halil 2026 – The Ugly – İsmet Bıçakçı (İsmail) Latest TV Series Project Star TV’s popular drama Ugly is Berkay Şahinoğlu’s last project in which he fully demonstrates his competence on the screen.

The actor, who shared the same set with doyens such as Çetin Tekindor and Nur Sürer, attracted attention with his role as İsmet Bıçakçı, the deep and conflicting character in the series. Internet Projects Şahinoğlu, who is very active in independent art circles and stands out with the power of his pen, does not currently have an official digital platform (Netflix, BluTV, etc.) project published; but his vision holds very strong potential for this field.

Movies: The artist does not have any official feature-length movies in his resume. His successes in independent theater and writing will lead him to qualified festival films in the future. Theater Games In addition to acting, the artist also exists in the kitchen of the theater with his pen and technical skills. 2024 – DasDas Shorts (Concept Game) – Writer / Actor 2025 – SCROLL! – Assistant Director / Technical Supervisor 2026 – Streets Leading to the Seas – Writer / Actor (Deniz) / Assistant Director Advertising and Voice-over Works The actor, who can sing live on stage and use his voice professionally, does not have a huge budget television commercial (TVC) or voice-over agency record that has been made public yet.

The focus is on theater texts and television dramas. Awards and Nominations The artist, who started his active professional career in the industry in the early 2020s, does not yet have an official individual award. However, with his text Streets Leading to the Seas, he is a strong candidate in the “Best Young Writer” and “Best Supporting Actor” lists of independent theater awards committees. Critic and Fan Comments Industry professionals and critics describe Berkay Şahinoğlu as “a worker who carries the technical burden of the stage, a writer with a strong pen, and a disciplined Mimar Sinan graduate.” Fans who watch Berkay Şahinoğlu’s TV series and plays show great interest in his natural energy, sincere vocal performance and clean aura on the screen.

Private Life and Place in the Media Berkay Şahinoğlu is a single artist and has so far stayed away from scandals and excessive sharing that would be on the magazine agenda. “Is Berkay Şahinoğlu married, who is his girlfriend?” While his questions remain unanswered, he spends his time solving the technical problems of Minus Sixteen Collective, writing new texts, and taking care of his French Bulldog. He has no media connection with pop singer Berkay Şahin, other than the similarity in name.

Future Projects Berkay Şahinoğlu’s clearest plan on the horizon is to continue his busy set schedule in the TV series Çirkin throughout the 2026 season and to take the play he wrote, Sokaklar to the Seas, on tour to cities outside Istanbul. At the same time, he continues to write new theater texts with the discipline he gained from the workshops of Murat Mahmutyazıcıoğlu and Ahmet Sami Özbudak. Frequently Asked Questions About Did Berkay Şahinoğlu receive an award?

There is no official individual award yet. Who is Berkay Şahinoğlu? İsmet of the TV series “Ugly” is the actor, writer and technical manager of Eksi On Altı Kolektif. How old is Berkay Şahinoğlu? He was born in 1998 and is 28 years old as of 2026. Where is Berkay Şahinoğlu originally from? He is originally from Bursa and started theater in Bursa. What is Berkay Şahinoğlu’s birth date? It is April 18, 1998. Where did Berkay Şahinoğlu first start acting in theatre?

He started playing at Bursa State Theater Ahmet Vefik Pasha Stage when he was a child. How tall is Berkay Şahinoğlu? His height information has not been officially shared with the public. In which TV series did Berkay Şahinoğlu act? He played in the TV series “Kefaret”, “Accidental Love”, “Selahaddin Eyyübi, the Conqueror of Jerusalem” and “The Ugly”. Who does Berkay Şahinoğlu play in the TV series Çirkin? He brings to life the character of İsmet Bıçakçı (İsmail).

Where did Berkay Şahinoğlu complete his education? He graduated from Mimar Sinan Fine Arts University, Istanbul State Conservatory, Department of Theater in 2023. Is Berkay Şahinoğlu married? No, the artist is single. Who is Berkay Şahinoğlu’s girlfriend? He has no known or confirmed relationships. Does Berkay Şahinoğlu have any children? He has no children; He loves his dog by calling him “my son”. Does Berkay Şahinoğlu have a sibling?

Yes, he has an older brother. Is Berkay Şahinoğlu a writer? Yes, he received training from Murat Mahmutyazıcıoğlu and Ahmet Sami Özbudak in the field of writing and wrote the play “Streets Leading to the Sea”. What else does Berkay Şahinoğlu do on the theater stage? He is the director, writer, actor at Eksi Onaltı Kolektif and the technical manager of Eksi Onaltı Mekan. Who is Berkay Şahinoğlu’s first theater teacher?

Ömer Naci Topcu, whom he studied between 2006 and 2015. Are Berkay Şahinoğlu and singer Berkay relatives? No, it is purely a name and surname (Berkay Şahin) similarity. Does Berkay Şahinoğlu use Instagram? Yes, he shares posts via his @berkayysahinoglu account. Which agency is Berkay Şahinoğlu affiliated with? He manages his career under the umbrella of RSD Communications.