Alina Boz

Photo Source: Kuruluş Orhan, Atv, bozdagfilm

Alina Boz is a Russian-Turkish actress. She acted in Paramparça (Broken Pieces, also: Simay & Barış), Vatanım Sensin (Wounded Love), Elimi Bırakma (Don’t Let Go of My Hand, also: Cemre Baysel, Cemre Gümeli & Emre), Maraşlı (The Trusted), Bir Peri Masalı (A Fairy Tale), Bir Zamanlar Istanbul (Once Upon a Time in Istanbul), Aşk 101 (Love 101, also: Mert), Yılbaşı Gecesi (New Years Eve, also: Şebnem), as Prenses Asporça in Kuruluş: Orhan (Establishment: Orhan, also: Bennu, Faruk, Semih, Belgin, Şükrü, Mahassine & Şükrü) and more.

Facts:

• her mother is Russian and her father is a Turk who immigrated from Bulgaria
• due to her family’s work, she returned to Türkiye and came to Istanbul at the age of seven and didn’t even speak Turkish at the time
• her family enrolled her in the Barış Manço Cultural Center, where she acted for seven years
• had a vivid imagination as a child and explored many interests, but being on stage always excited her most
  • she spent her childhood between Russia and Türkiye, describing her early years in Russia as fairy-tale-like, filled with forests, imagination and play and says this nurtured her creativity and dreaminess
  • she would search the forests for war relic bullets, build forts on sand dunes where birds nested and go ghost hunting in abandoned houses
• although she briefly shifted toward pilot training when her chosen theatre school was too far from home, she soon returned to her true passion
  • early opportunities and offers at a young age ultimately led her back to acting, her first love
  • she isn’t sure whether to call it fate, but life has often pulled her in unexpected directions
• at just 12 years old, she became a cover face for the then-popular teen magazine Hey Girl alongside singer Murat Boz and even interviewed him
• what captivates her about acting is its power to touch people’s lives, being on stage or on screen lets her inspire others, and that magic is why acting became a path she couldn’t escape
• starting work at a young age helped her mature early and develop a grounded, calm demeanour
  • she learned to stay focused during busy periods and pull back to recharge during quiet ones, creating a natural balance, supported all along by the people in her life who helped her stay centred
• her biggest motivation is knowing there are countless characters to play and stories to tell; each new project excites her, helps her grow and gives her the chance to touch audiences, which is what drives her forward
• fashion is a part of her life but not its center; she prefers a minimal, timeless wardrobe and chooses pieces that genuinely reflect her and make her feel comfortable
  • seeing fashion as a form of self-expression rather than something defined by trends
• doesn’t keep a strict bucket list; instead, she prefers discovering new things, trying different sports, exploring cuisines, traveling, swimming in new places, kite surfing and watching as much theatre as she can; choosing to let experiences unfold naturally rather than plan them
• prepares for each role differently, but always begins by analysing the character with the help of acting coaches, then immerses herself in watching and reading material related to the character’s world
  • says she draws inspiration mostly from life itself, from the era, trends and environment she lives in, believing that if you know what you’re looking for, life offers all the inspiration you need
• when it comes to love, she believes in attraction and curiosity rather than instant love at first sight and she likes to push her luck, being very persistent about getting to know someone she likes
  • doesn’t believe love can be compared to any single thing, as it changes with the person, but if she had to choose, she says it’s like reading a book by a writer you’ve never met; each page brings new feelings, drawing you into a world you may choose to stay in or leave
• for her, a good day is sunny, includes a workout, getting things done, taking time for herself and ending with a good film, though her very best days are summer days spent out of the city with friends and family
  • when she struggles during the day, spending some time alone, listening to music or reading a bit helps her step back and regain motivation
• she isn’t afraid to take risks for things she believes in; as a teenager, she would sometimes skip school for theatre classes and even travel alone across Istanbul for auditions; something she now sees as quite bold for her age
• always makes time for exercise, seeing it not just as a routine but as a hobby and an important part of her life
  • admits she’s not good in the kitchen and doesn’t consider herself a foodie, she simply eats to live
  • she doesn’t obsess over what she eats, she enjoys what she likes, but considers herself lucky for not being into fast food
• starting her career very young left her with a few “what ifs” but overall she’s happy with her life, her choices and where she stands today
• what excites her most about the future is everything it may teach her and allow her to discover about herself, she loves movement, change and the anticipation of what’s next
• she respects people who enjoy and thrive in the digital world, says it’s a personal choice, but the idea of sharing everything about herself scares her, that’s simply how she feels and she can’t be any other way
  • she can only show this much of herself