DENİZ BALKANLI

DENİZ BALKANLIDENİZ BALKANLIDENİZ BALKANLI

DENİZ BALKANLI

DENİZ BALKANLIDENİZ BALKANLIDENİZ BALKANLI

About Me

Experience

Born and raised in Istanbul, I am a multidisciplinary creative professional, singer, and actress with a diverse career spanning entertainment, hospitality, music, and branding. My journey began at the age of six as a performer in a television commercial, and I’ve since cultivated expertise in acting, music, creative direction, and experience curation, driven by a deep passion for storytelling and human connection.


With a growing passion for film production, I started building my career working as an Assistant Director, Junior Producer, Cast Director, Junior Art Director and Photographer for renowned production agencies such as First-Unit Film Productions, Anima, Istanbuldogz, Callback Istanbul, and Sugar Rush Films before and after embarking on my academic journey.


In pursuit of seeking knowledge in Psychology and Philosophy and expand my perspective, I made the decision to undertake further education in California. Studying Behavioral Sciences and Humanities while taking art classes in Los Angeles allowed me to explore a range of new aspects about the creative industries and gain deep understandings about human behavior and the nature of reality which led me to ask better questions about my future. Upon returning to Istanbul, I followed for my love for the arts by studying Management of Performing Arts all the while exploring the depths of my creativity through photography, acting and music.




Throughout my career, I have modeled and acted for a range of cinema films such as Chasing The Wind onf Netflix in 2025, In Between, short films, live performances, TV shows such as Gibi, Şahsiyet, Babil, commercials, magazines and campaigns, representing a variety of iconic brands. Some of the brands that I have had the pleasure of working with include Coca-Cola, Nike, J&B, Mavi, Vakkorama, Digiturk, Vodafone, BeIN Sports, Unilever, Fiat, Fanta, Haribo, Jack Daniels, Ülker, Opet, Letgo, ETS Tur, Authentic Beauty Concept, In The Mood For Love, Bonesta, Yorstruly, Lar Studio and Nadzar. My modeling work has been featured in magazines such as Health & Fitness, Elle, Gelin, and Moby Dick, while I have also lent my voice-over talents to prominent brands such as Turkcell, Fanta, Magnum, Ulker, and Elidor and many others through Imaj Voice-Over.


I also have had the pleasure of performing live music all over Turkey, including completing a tour with acclaimed rockstar Teoman in 2022. It was an honor to collaborate with him musically, and witness his unparalleled talent not just as a musician but also as a businessman firsthand. 

As a skilled vocalist, I have also performed with my own band at prestigious venues in Istanbul such as Zorlu PSM, Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Sahnesi, Mandarin Bosphorus, Swissotel Bosphorus, UNIQ and Soho House Istanbul providing audiences with captivating musical experiences.  

Additionally, I have utilized my many years of experience in entertainment industry as an Event Manager and Membership Manager with venues such as Soho House Istanbul, Indigo, Kiki and others. With a passion for performance, event management, and musical creativity, I strive to bring my unique vision and energy to every project, delivering inspiring and unforgettable experiences.


As a certified Life Coach from Erickson Coaching International, with expertise in life coaching, communication consultancy, and creative thinking, I have had the honor and pleasure to touch many lives as well as my own. My passion for wellness and self-growth also led me to obtain my Yoga Kioo Teachers Training license, where I fuse spirituality with mind-body practices, allowing me to coach and teach yoga.


These days, as a soul jazz singer and front woman of my band DB + Motherfunk, I enjoy performing live music at private events and venues. I remain dedicated to my work in film industry by working as an art director for commercials.


I currently work as the Head of Brand & Experience at Mezkla İstanbul and Ahama Hotels.


I have appeared in the Netflix film Rüzgara Bırak and in Gibi Season 6, Episode 1 (“Waffle”) on Exxen in 2025.

Skillset

With years of experience in communication and presentation, I bring a wealth of knowledge to every project I undertake. My focus is on unlocking the potential of individuals and teams, helping them achieve their goals through creative strategic planning and skillful execution.


I have a deep appreciation for the value of overcoming obstacles and pushing boundaries, and I am inspired to take on every opportunity with a highly motivated, goal-oriented mindset. I pride myself on delivering outcomes that exceed expectations and add meaningful value.


Alongside my professional work, I am constantly seeking ways to learn and grow. Whether it's through attending workshops or connecting with peers in diverse industries I am always exploring new opportunities to expand my skillset and get out of my comfort zone to stay current with the latest industry trends.



Personal

I am blessed with a strong aura.

 With a traveler's heart, I seek to expand my consciousness and connect with my higher self. 

I am interested in esoteric knowledge, different schools of astrology and living my own design.

I find magic in the nature.

 I feel free when I dance and sing.

 I like to dream to fly.

FILMS & SERIES

Title: Gibi

Epsiode: Season 6 Episdode 1 ''Waffle'' 

Date: 2025

Character: Pelin

Title: Rüzgara Bırak

Director: Engin Erden

Date: 2025

Character: Gamze

Title: ARADA

Director: MU Tunc

Date: 2018

Scene: 41:48

Aired On: StarTV

Project: Babil

Episode: 10

Date: 2020

Aired On: puhutv

Project: Sahsiyet

Episode: 1

Date: 2018

Aired On: StarTV

Project:Atesbocegi

Episode: 7

Date: 2017


Movie Title: Renkli Ruyalar 

Director: Rafael Cemo Cetin

Shot by: Muammer Kocak

Date: 2020

COMMERCIALS

Client: Akbank

Director: Bertan Başaran

Agency: Public Film

Date: 2024

Client: FLO

Director: Berk Turhan

DOP: Yakup Algül

Art Direction: Melis Tör & Deniz Balkanlı

Date: 2023

Client: Jack Lives Here  

Director: Rafael Cemo Çetin

DOP: Yakup Algül

Date: 2023

Client: Fifa World Cup & Visit Qatar

Date: 2023

Client: Gümüşsuyu Halı  

Director: Burak Yıldırım 

DOP: Ersin Gök 

Date: 2022

Client: Authentic Beauty Concept 

 Production: KOMUNITE ISTANBUL

 Date: 2021

Client: Vakkorama  

Shot by: Baris Candogan 

Date: 2020

Client: Nike & Elle Türkiye        

  Nike Women Squad; Çisil Sıkı,Ayben, Ceren Duman, Damla Colbay, Seren Şirince, Serel Yereli, Deniz Tekin,  Deniz Balkanlı, Raisa & Vanessa 

Video: Onur Sarsici

Date: 2020

                            Client: Digiturk & beINSport

Date:2019

        Client: ETS Tur

Date: 2019

            Client: Coca-Cola

Date: 2018

  Client: Penti

Date: 2018

         Client: Molped

                      Director: Aytug Ungor

               Production: Anim

      Date: 2017

Client: Elexus Hotel Resort & Spa

Director: Charles Emir Richards

Assistant Director: Deniz Balkanli

Production: Istanbuldogz

Date: 2017

Client: Fiat

 Date: 2017

  Client: Opet

             Production: Anima

Date: 2017

      Client: Haribo

 Date: 2017

MUSIC

Artist: Majnoon

Vocals : Deniz Balkanlı 

Venue: Küçük Akyaka

Videographer: Tolgahan Tombaş

Track: Iki Yabanci - Teoman & Sebnem Ferah

Lead Vocal : Teoman

Vocals : Deniz Balkanlı 

Guitar : Safa Handem

Drums : Deniz Güngör

Bass Guitar: Caner Üstündağ

Keyboard: Hüseyin Ersöz

Cello: Taylan Aygar

Venue : Zorlu PSM


Track: Bana Öyle Bakma - Teoman 

Lead Vocal : Teoman

Vocals : Deniz Balkanlı 

Guitar : Safa Handem

Drums : Deniz Güngör

Bass Guitar: Caner Üstündağ

Keyboard: Hüseyin Ersöz

Cello: Taylan Aygar

Venue : Harbiye Cemil Topuzlu Sahnesi


Track: Afro Blue by Robert Glasper & Erykah Badu

Composer: Mongo Santamaria 

Vocals : Deniz Balkanlı 

Acoustic Guitar : Emrecan Ağtaş 

Percussion : Onur Seçki 

Video Production : Alperen Yekeler 

Mix & Mastering : Onur Seçki 

Venue : CreAtolye


Track: Back To Black by Amy Winehouse

Vocals : Deniz Balkanlı 

Acoustic Guitar : Emrecan Ağtaş 

Percussion : Onur Seçki 

Venue : CreAtolye

Track: Certainly by Erykah Badu

Vocals : Deniz Balkanlı 

Acoustic Guitar : Emrecan Ağtaş 

Percussion : Onur Seçki 

Venue : Soho House Istanbul

INTERVIEWS & BEHIND THE SCENES

Title: Sen Kimsin? Hayat Amacını Öğrenmek İster Misin? Deniz Balkanlı ile Human Design 1. Bölüm

Videographer: Sade1Seda

Venue: Roro Meets Zeus 


Title: Kendini Tanıyor Musun? Tasarımına Uygun Yaşamak Deniz Balkanlı ile Human Design 2. Bölüm

Videographer: Sade1Seda

Venue: Roro Meets Zeus 

Show: Kahveler Bizden

Venue: Istanbul Bilgi University 

Subject: Acting

Host: Altug Ozturk

Subject: Bitcoin 101

Client: Molped

Production: Anima istanbul 

Director: Aytug Ungor 

Cast: Deniz Balkanli & Irem Nur Karaarslan


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