Riz Ahmed
United KingdomartistMaleb. 19826.1Global Dominance: 0.01%Riz Ahmed is a British-Pakistani actor and rapper known for his versatile performances across film and television. He gained significant recognition for his roles in 'Nightcrawler,' 'Rogue One,' and the acclaimed HBO miniseries 'The Night Of.' Ahmed is also a talented musician, releasing music under the name Riz MC and advocating for social issues through his work.
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Riz Ahmed is creating a series where he wants to be the first Pakistani-Muslim James Bond.
הזוכה הגדולה של האמי, ספין-אוף ל"המפץ הגדול" וג'יימס בונד המוסלמי: הסדרות הכי טובות ש
Israel· 2026-09-20
Riz Ahmed is noted as an actor and rapper who shares wisdom in the letters.
Don’t be afraid to be masculine, laugh more, and phone your mum: letters to our sons, by Stephen Graham, Riz Ahmed, Danny Dyer and other wise men | MenUnited Kingdom· 2026-09-19
Riz Ahmed is nominated for his role in Bait.
مارك رافالو يرفع علامة النصر فى حفل Emmys ونيكول كيدمان وإميليا كلارك تتألقان
Egypt· 2026-09-15
Riz Ahmed starred in Bassam Tariq's previous works, which explore themes of faith and identity.
Your Mother Your Mother Your Mother review – Mahershala Ali is a grieving hitman in soulful thriller | Toronto film festival 2026United Kingdom· 2026-09-13
Riz Ahmed plays Changez Khan, a Pakistani graduate of Princeton who faces suspicion and identity challenges in the aftermath of 9/11.
25 Years of 9/11: From trauma to war, how cinema told the story of 9/11 |
India· 2026-09-10
Riz Ahmed is featured in the film Digger, which stars Tom Cruise.
Ömrünce beklediği rolü 64 yaşında oynadı… Ünlü oyuncu tanınmaz hale geldi… Artık tek ve en büyük hayaline kavuşmayı bekliyor!
Turkey· 2026-07-14
Riz Ahmed is part of the supporting cast in the film Digger.
Tom Cruise unveils remarkable transformation in Digger trailer: ‘I’ve never had something that could challenge me in this way’ | Tom CruiseUnited Kingdom· 2026-07-13
Riz Ahmed is part of the cast of 'Digger'.
Tom Cruise y lo irreconocible que luce en el tráiler de "Digger", la nueva película de González Iñárritu
Mexico· 2026-07-13Riz Ahmed is nominated for his role in Bait.
Óscar Isaac consigue su segunda nominación a un premio Emmy por su papel en la serie Beef, de Netflix
Guatemala· 2026-07-09
Riz Ahmed is the series creator of Bait.
The 10 best television shows of 2026 so far
Canada· 2026-06-25
Riz Ahmed starred with Olivia Cooke in Sound of Metal.
‘My mum says I’m not working class any more!’: Olivia Cooke on power, privilege, and dividing audiences in House of Dragon | House of the DragonUnited Kingdom· 2026-06-21
Riz Ahmed is set to star in Iñárritu's new film.
Alejandro González Iñárritu hace historia, es el primer cineasta en El Colegio NacionalMexico· 2026-05-27
Buckley starred alongside Four Lions star Riz Ahmed in the sci-fi romance Fingernails.
From TV talent show runner-up to Golden Globes winner – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-01-12
Riz Ahmed’s Bait is about a struggling actor who lands a big role.
‘That’s a rare find!’ The casting genius who plucked this year’s biggest TV star out of 600 auditions | TelevisionUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-25
Riz Ahmed was a member of the jury at the festival.
‘The new home of films’: Red Sea International Film Festival kicks off in Jeddah - Culture
Pakistan· 2025-12-06
Riz Ahmed attended the Red Sea Film Festival.
محمد فراج بـ لوك مسلسله الجديد بصحبة بسنت شوقى فى مهرجان البحر الأحمرEgypt· 2025-12-04
Riz Ahmed was one of the prominent attendees at the Red Sea Film Festival.
ياسمين صبري وهنا الزاهد وصبا مبارك وأسماء جلال يتألقن بمهرجان البحر الأحمرEgypt· 2025-12-04
Riz Ahmed is cast as Severus Snape in the Full-Cast Audio Editions of Harry Potter.
Keira Knightley says she was ‘not aware’ of JK Rowling boycott calls before joining Harry Potter audiobooks | FilmUnited Kingdom· 2025-10-14
Riz Ahmed plays a whistleblower in 'Relay', showcasing his acting talent.
Nepieciešama ticība / Diena
Latvia· 2025-09-28
Riz Ahmed plays the role of a mediator in the film, negotiating between whistleblowers and their employers.
Πόλεμος με ένα αδίστακτο σύστημα
Greece· 2025-09-21
Riz Ahmed is one of the prominent names who signed a pledge not to work with Israeli film institutions.
THE GRAPEVINE - Newspaper - DAWN.COMPakistan· 2025-09-21
Actor Riz Ahmed joined Guz Khan to open the show.
‘Palestine will be free’: Actors, activists, musicians raise $2m for Palestine at benefit concert in London - CulturePakistan· 2025-09-18
Riz Ahmed was among the high-profile actors to sign a pledge to boycott Israeli film institutions.
Israel’s culture minister threatens national film awards after Palestinian story takes top prize | FilmUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-17
Riz Ahmed is among the notable guests at the concert supporting Palestine.
Viewers at home can livestream Together for Palestine concert on YouTube to raise funds for Palestine - CulturePakistan· 2025-09-17
Riz Ahmed is one of the signatories of the boycott against Israeli institutions.
Javier Barden faz protesto pró-Palestina no Emmy e pede sanções a Israel
Brazil· 2025-09-15
Riz Ahmed is among the stars who signed the petition calling for a boycott of Israeli cinema.
אולפן הענק יצא נגד עצומת הכוכבים בהוליווד להחרמת ישראל. איך זה ישפיע על המחאה?Israel· 2025-09-13
Riz Ahmed is one of the actors who signed the pledge to boycott Israeli film institutions.
Paramount criticises pledge by entertainers to boycott Israeli film institutions - CulturePakistan· 2025-09-13
Riz Ahmed is one of the artists who signed the statement against complicity with Israel.
Ya son 4.000 las figuras del cine que se niegan a trabajar con entidades relacionadas con Israel | Cultura
Spain· 2025-09-12
Riz Ahmed is among the Hollywood actors who have signed the boycott pledge.
Boycott pledge draws signatures of top Hollywood actors and directors | Entertainment
Jamaica· 2025-09-10
Riz Ahmed is among the actors who signed the pledge against Israeli film institutions.
Israeli film industry calls boycott pledge ‘deeply troubling’ | FilmUnited Kingdom· 2025-09-09
