Staz Niazi is a talented actor who has been making waves in the entertainment industry with his impressive range of roles. Currently, he can be seen starring as Tarak in Zak Synder's Netflix feature franchise REBEL MOON, which held the No. 1 spot worldwide in 92 countries and is set to premiere Part Two on April 19th, 2024.
In addition to his work on REBEL MOON, Staz is also filming the titular role in the new BBC crime thriller VIRDEE. Prior to this, he played co-lead in the feature HARVEST MOON opposite Paul Bettany for Miramax.
Staz has also had the opportunity to work on several television shows, including playing the series regular role of William Dey in SUPERGIRL for the CW / DC Entertainment. He recently filmed the guest lead role of Dax Baron (Doomsday) in the second season of KRYPTON for Syfy and DC Entertainment.
One of his most notable roles to date is as Qhono, Daenerys Targaryen's personal bodyguard, in Season 6-8 of GAME OF THRONES opposite Emilia Clarke. He has also played the recurring role of Gordon in the latest series of HUMANS opposite Gemma Chan and Colin Morgan.
Staz has also had the chance to work on a number of other projects, including playing the role of Ahsan Alkaaf in the pilot LADY PARTS for Working Title and Channel 4. He starred as Rocky in THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW remake for FOX directed by Kenny Ortega, alongside Laverne Cox, Victoria Justice, and Ryan McCartan.
In addition to his work in film and television, Staz has also appeared in the Bollywood feature BAZODEE, cast by Kelly Valentine Hendry. His other credits include a guest lead role in Series 2 of TYRANT for FOX 21 directed by Gwyneth Horder-Payton and HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF BLOOD PRINCE.
