Alaa Safi

Alaa Safi

41 · Born: Sep 26, 1984

Personal Details

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Height5' 10"
BornSep 26, 1984 Paris, France

Biography

Alaa Safi is a multifaceted French artist, effortlessly transitioning between the realms of acting, directing, and producing. His remarkable journey began with a remarkable achievement, becoming a world champion in Tae Kwon Do at the tender age of 18. This impressive feat marked the starting point of his foray into the world of television and film, where he initially made a name for himself as an action actor.

Alaa's big break came when he collaborated with the legendary Jackie Chan in the 2012 movie Chinese Zodiac. Since then, he has had the privilege of working with numerous major studios, including Marvel's Doctor Strange in 2016, The Mauritanian in 2021, and most recently, Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny in 2023.

Beyond his impressive filmography, Alaa Safi has also made a significant impact on the small screen. He is a series regular on the groundbreaking TV series The Chosen, which premiered in 2017.

In addition to his acting prowess, Alaa has also ventured into the realm of direction, making his debut with the short film Chrysalis in 2020. This was followed by Coming Home in 2023, both of which have garnered critical acclaim and won awards in prestigious American film festivals.

Career

2023
Coming Home
Coming Home as Silas Moore
2022
2021
The Mauritanian
The Mauritanian as Moroccan Translator / Marseille
The Chosen
The Chosen as Simon Z
2018
Incoming
Incoming as Idris
2017
The Mummy
The Mummy as Sickle Slave
2016
Doctor Strange
Doctor Strange as Tall Zealot
2015
2014
Outcast
Outcast as The Moor
2013
Victor Young Perez
Victor Young Perez as Battling Mokhtar
2012
2008
Traitor
Traitor as Omar's Crew
2006
Mercury Man
Mercury Man as Tri-x Martial Art
2023
Coming Home
Coming Home as Director, Writer