Born in 1974 in Yenice, Turkey, he was a Turkish actor known for his collaborations with director Nuri Bilge Ceylan. He gained recognition for his role in "Clouds of May" (1999) and received acclaim for "Distant" (2002), which won the Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival. His promising career was tragically cut short when he died in a car accident at the age of 28, just days after "Distant" premiered. His performances are remembered for their depth and authenticity, leaving a lasting impact on Turkish cinema.