Ahmet Rıfat Şungar Short Biography
Ahmet Rıfat Şungar was born on July 9, 1983, in Istanbul’s Kartal district. He completed his high school education at Kartal Süleyman Demirel Anatolian High School before pursuing his passion for acting at Istanbul University State Conservatory, Theater Department, where he later graduated. Since 2006, he has been active in theater, television, and cinema, earning recognition as one of Turkey’s most talented actors.
He first appeared on screen in 2006 with the TV series Kaybolan Yıllar (Lost Years) and soon after made his cinema debut with the film Janjan. However, his real breakthrough came in 2008 when he portrayed the character İsmail in Three Monkeys, directed by Nuri Bilge Ceylan, which won the “Best Director” award at the Cannes Film Festival. This performance brought him both national and international acclaim.
On television, Şungar became known for his roles in Hatırla Sevgili, Es-Es, Merhamet, Kadın, and Aşk ve Gurur. From the 2020s onwards, he has also gained attention on digital platforms with projects such as Hamlet, Şeref Bey, Saklı, and Aktris. In 2024, he drew wide attention for his role as Sarp in Kimler Geldi Kimler Geçti, while his outstanding performance in the film Edge of the Night (Gecenin Kıyısı) earned him the “Best Actor” award at the Adana Golden Boll Film Festival.
In 2025, he continues to shine on television, playing Faruk Sezeri in the Kanal D series Eşref Rüya. With his powerful acting, authenticity, and carefully chosen projects, Ahmet Rıfat Şungar remains one of the most talked-about names on both stage and screen.
Ahmet Rıfat Şungar stands out with his 1.80 m height and 76 kg fit physique. His natural black hair and brown eyes complete his charismatic presence. With his strong energy on both stage and screen, he leaves a lasting impression on audiences.
| Full Name | Ahmet Rıfat Şungar |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Ahmet Rıfat Şungar |
| Date of Birth | July 9, 1983 |
| Age | 42 years old (as of 2025) |
| Spouse | Esra Gülmen (since 2021) |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
| Place of Birth | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Natural Hair Color | Black |
| Weight | 76 kg |
| Height | 1.80 m |
| Profession | Actor |
Full Name
Ahmet Rıfat Şungar
Date of Birth
July 9, 1983
Age
42 years old
Spouse
Esra Gülmen
Zodiac Sign
Cancer
Place of Birth
Istanbul, Turkey
Eye Color
Brown
Natural Hair Color
Black
Weight
76 kg
Height
1.80 m
Profession
Actor
Education
Istanbul University State Conservatory – Theater Department
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Ahmet Rıfat Şungar Filmography
| Year – Production | Role |
|---|---|
| 2006 – Kaybolan Yıllar (Lost Years) | Mehmet Ak |
| 2007 – Hatırla Sevgili | Ali Demir |
| 2007 – Janjan | Yusuf |
| 2008 – Three Monkeys (Üç Maymun) | İsmail |
| 2008 – Asi | Yetkin |
| 2009 – Es-Es | Uras |
| 2009 – Five Cities (Beş Şehir) | Şevket |
| 2010–2011 – Karadağlar | Cemal |
| 2011–2012 – Bir Ömür Yetmez | Ömer Batur |
| 2012 – Taste of Sand (Kumun Tadı) | Mehmet |
| 2012 – Cold (Soğuk) | Enver |
| 2013 – Mercy (Merhamet) | Atıf Birsel |
| 2014 – Ah Neriman | Mert |
| 2014 – Across the Sea (Deniz Seviyesi) | Burak |
| 2015 – Gamsız Hayat | Kaan |
| 2017 – Love and Pride (Aşk ve Gurur) | Kadir |
| 2018 – Vatanım Sensin | Vecihi Hürkuş |
| 2018 – The Wild Pear Tree (Ahlat Ağacı) | Rıza |
| 2018 – Dudullu Postası | Ersan |
| 2019–2020 – Woman (Kadın) | Emre |
| 2020 – Menajerimi Ara | Himself |
| 2021 – Şeref Bey | Baki |
| 2021 – Hamlet | Öner |
| 2022 – Saklı (The Hidden) | Volkan |
| 2022 – Çilingir Sofrası | Yusuf Efe |
| 2022 – Av (The Hunt) | Sedat |
| 2023 – Actress (Aktris) | Taner |
| 2024 – Kimler Geldi, Kimler Geçti | Sarp |
| 2024 – Asaf | Cüneyt |
| 2024 – A Song for the Republic (Bir Cumhuriyet Şarkısı) | Münir Hayri Egeli |
| 2024 – Edge of the Night (Gecenin Kıyısı) | Sinan |
| 2025 – Eşref Rüya | Faruk Sezeri |
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