Cengiz Dervis, a multifaceted individual, was born in England, where his martial arts journey began at the tender age of five. He went on to compete extensively, earning the prestigious titles of former world kickboxing champion, martial arts master, and coach.
As an experienced actor, Cengiz honed his craft through extensive training in renowned institutions in London, New York, and Los Angeles. His early beginnings involved working on student films and fringe theatre productions, which ultimately led to his starring roles in numerous award-winning festival short films, independent features, and bigger production film and TV projects.
With his wealth of knowledge, experience, and skills, Cengiz has demonstrated his expertise by coordinating on-screen action in various film and TV projects. Furthermore, he has been actively involved in creating content, with several film and TV scripts at different stages of development. His literary pursuits have resulted in the release of graphic novels and children's books, with more projects underway.
In addition to his creative endeavors, Cengiz has also ventured into the music industry, with some of his original music available on popular platforms such as iTunes and Spotify under his namesake and the moniker Strode Road.