Melisa Sözen is a talented Turkish actress born on July 6, 1985. She began her professional career at the tender age of 15, pursuing her passion for the performing arts by studying theatre at the esteemed Pera Fine Arts High School.
Throughout her illustrious career, Sözen has appeared in numerous Turkish television hits, including Çemberimde Gül Oya, Bıçak Sırtı, Bir Bulut Olsam, The Magnificent Century, Kırmızı Oda, and Şubat, showcasing her impressive range by playing two distinct roles in the latter.
Her remarkable performances in films such as Av Mevsimi, Bir Varmış Bir Yokmuş, and Cenneti Beklerken garnered the attention of prominent directors in Turkey, setting the stage for her international breakthrough.
In 2014, Sözen's phenomenal acting in Nuri Bilge Ceylan's Palme d'Or-winning Winter Sleep earned her widespread recognition and acclaim, solidifying her position as a leading lady in the Turkish film industry.
Following her role in the third season of Éric Rochant's influential series Le bureau des légendes in 2017, Sözen relocated to Paris for a period, focusing on improving her French language skills.
Her first leading role in a French film, Damien veut changer le monde, marked a significant milestone in her career in 2019.
Sözen's remarkable talent has been consistently recognized by her peers and critics alike, earning her prestigious awards for her performances in The Knot of the Heart and Winter Sleep in 2015.
As a testament to her enduring influence, Sözen has been invited as a jury member to various international film festivals, including the Guanajuato International Film Festival in Mexico (2015),the International Istanbul Film Festival in Turkey (2016),the Sarajevo Film Festival in Bosnia Herzegovina (2017),and the Cannes Series in France (2018).
