Ali Marhyar (born 28 February 1984) is a French actor, film director and screenwriter.[1][2] He is known for his roles in films such as 18 Years Old and Rising (2011), Zero Dark Thirty (2012), and As Above, So Below (2014). On television, he co-created, wrote and starred in Casting(s) (2013–2015), and had recurring roles in Candice Renoir (2015–2022), and Family Business (2019–2020). In 2023, Marhyar released his feature directorial debut, Like a Prince.
Early life
Marhyar was born on 28 February 1984, in Poissy, a commune in the Yvelines department in the Île-de-France region in north-central France.[1] Marhyar grew up in Les Mureaux and practiced boxing during his youth.[3][4] He also obtained a black belt in judo.[5]
In 2005, Marhyar enrolled in the French drama school Cours Florent.[2][6] He joined the free class at Cours Florent after his second year and began writing scripts with his friend Pierre Niney, inspired by their first casting experiences.[6]
Career
In 2009, he made his feature film debut in Do Me Love, directed by Jacky Katu and Lou Viger.
In 2013, Marhyar co-created along with Pierre Niney and Igor Gotesman the comedy TV series Casting(s), which he also wrote and starred in.[2] The series was broadcast by Canal+ in France between 2013 and 2015.[8][9]