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Kerem BursinTurkish actor and model
Date of Birth: 04.06.1987
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Content:
- Early Life and Family
- Education and Acting Ambitions
- Early Acting Career in Hollywood
- Return to Turkey and Rise to Fame
- Commercial Success and Brand Endorsements
- Personal Life and Relationship with Serenay Sarıkaya
- Ongoing Projects and Filmography
- Filmography
Early Life and Family
Kereem Bürsin was born on June 4, 1987, in Istanbul, Turkey, to Cigdem, a homemaker, and Ibrahim Pamir, a businessman. He has an older sister named Melis. Bürsin's childhood was marked by frequent travels due to his father's job. By the age of 10, his family had lived in Scotland, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates, Kuala Lumpur, and Turkey. This exposure to different cultures fostered Bürsin's diversity and respect for them.
Education and Acting Ambitions
In 2012, Bürsin moved to the United States, where he began pursuing his acting aspirations. He studied under renowned acting coaches Carolyn Pickman and Eric Morris, who trained the likes of Jack Nicholson and Arnold Schwarzenegger. Despite facing financial challenges, Bürsin worked as a waiter, security guard, and driver to support himself.
Early Acting Career in Hollywood
Bürsin's breakthrough came in 2006 when Oscar-winning filmmaker Roger Corman discovered him and cast him in a minor role in "The Thursday." He went on to appear in several other films, most notably "Sharktopus" (2010). While Bürsin valued his American experience, he felt a deep connection to his Turkish heritage and aspired to make a significant contribution to Turkish cinema.
Return to Turkey and Rise to Fame
In 2013, Bürsin was invited to a wedding in Turkey, where he met Gaye Semken, who introduced him to a casting agency. He was cast in the popular TV series "Güneşi Beklerken" ("Waiting for the Sun"), which launched his career in Turkey. Bürsin's charismatic and compelling portrayal of Kerem Sayer garnered immense popularity.
Commercial Success and Brand Endorsements
Following his breakout role, Bürsin starred in the critically acclaimed film "Whisper If I Forget" (2014) and the successful TV series "Şeref Meselesi" ("Matter of Honor"). He became a sought-after endorser for major brands, including Turkcell, Mavi, and Nike.
Personal Life and Relationship with Serenay Sarıkaya
Bürsin is currently in a long-term relationship with actress Serenay Sarıkaya, whom he met during a Mavi commercial shoot. They have been open about their love for each other and have presented each other to their families.
Ongoing Projects and Filmography
In 2018, Bürsin starred in the war-themed film "Yaşamaya Devam Et" ("Life Goes On"). He is currently working on the upcoming supernatural series "Cansizler" ("Lifeless"), in which he plays a 500-year-old vampire.
Filmography
2006: The Turkish Blade2006: The Thursday
2007: The Architect
2007: Strawberry Melancholy
2008: Killian
2010: Wendigo
2010: Sharktopus
2013: The Cursed Palace
2013: Güneşi Beklerken
2014: Hey Istanbul
2014: Şeref Meselesi
2017: This City Will Follow You
2018: Life Goes On
2018: Cansizler