Orhan Gencebay - Actor Profile

Orhan Gencebay

Acting
Updated: May 10, 2026
32Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 4, 1944
Birth Place: Samsun, Turkey

About Orhan Gencebay

Orhan Gencebay, born Orhan Kencebay, is a Turkish musician, bağlama virtuoso, composer, singer, arranger, music producer, music director, and actor.

Known For: ActingIndustry Veteran

Orhan Gencebay Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Orhan Gencebay reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 32 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Orhan Gencebay's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 44% of Orhan Gencebay's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Ben Doğarken Ölmüşüm, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Orhan Gencebay Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Orhan Gencebay's career based on audience ratings.

★10.0
Ben Doğarken Ölmüşüm (1973) movie poster
★10.0

Ben Doğarken Ölmüşüm: The film tells the story of a man whose life changes because of the sacrifice he makes for his brother. Orhan is prepari

Ben Doğarken Ölmüşüm

1973•Drama
★10.0
Kaptan (1984) movie poster
★10.0

Kaptan:

Kaptan

1984
★10.0
Çilekeş (1978) movie poster
★10.0

Çilekeş: A tragic film about a man who, after losing the girl he loves to another man, decides to earn a living with his voice in

Çilekeş

1978•Drama
★9.0
Bıktım Her Gün Ölmekten (1976) movie poster
★9.0

Bıktım Her Gün Ölmekten: The film tells the love story of two young people whose families are enemies due to a blood feud. Orhan is a worker in G

Bıktım Her Gün Ölmekten

1976•Drama
★9.0
Aşkı Ben Mi Yarattım (1979) movie poster
★9.0

Aşkı Ben Mi Yarattım: The film tells the story of a former convict who rises to fame. Orhan, who was imprisoned for murder, goes to Istanbul a

Aşkı Ben Mi Yarattım

1979•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Orhan Gencebay has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2005 Crossing the Bridge: The Sound of Istanbul Himself Hit Similar →
1990 Sev Gönlünce Orhan Flop Similar →
1988 Küçüksün Yavrum - Flop Similar →
1987 Sensiz Yaşıyorum - Flop Similar →
1987 Kan Çiçeği Orhan Flop Similar →
1987 Cennet Gözlüm - Flop Similar →
1985 Doruk Orhan Flop Similar →
1984 Dil Yarası - Flop Similar →
1984 Kaptan - Super Hit Similar →
1984 Aşkım Günahımdır - Super Hit Similar →
1983 Zulüm - Flop Similar →
1983 Leyla and Mecnun Mecnun Hit Similar →
1983 Kahır - Average Similar →
1982 Bir Yudum Mutluluk Orhan Flop Similar →
1982 Kördüğüm Orhan Hit Similar →
1981 Kır Gönlünün Zincirini Orhan Super Hit Similar →
1981 Feryada Gücüm Yok Orhan Average Similar →
1980 Yarabbim - Super Hit Similar →
1980 Vazgeç Gönlüm Orhan Flop Similar →
1980 Ben Topraktan Bir Canım - Average Similar →
1979 Aşkı Ben Mi Yarattım - Super Hit Similar →
1978 Çilekeş Orhan Super Hit Similar →
1978 Derdim Dünyadan Büyük - Hit Similar →
1977 Hatasız Kul Olmaz - Flop Similar →
1976 Şoför - Average Similar →
1976 Bıktım Her Gün Ölmekten Orhan Super Hit Similar →
1975 Bir Araya Gelemeyiz - Flop Similar →
1975 Batsin Bu Dünya Orhan Hit Similar →
1974 Dertler Benim Olsun Sebahattin Flop Similar →
1973 Ben Doğarken Ölmüşüm Orhan Super Hit Similar →
1972 Sev Dedi Gözlerim - Hit Similar →
1971 Bir Teselli Ver Orhan Flop Similar →

Orhan Gencebay - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Orhan Gencebay?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Orhan Gencebay is "Ben Doğarken Ölmüşüm" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Orhan Gencebay acted in?

Orhan Gencebay has been featured in at least 32 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Orhan Gencebay?

Other notable films include "Kaptan", "Çilekeş", and "Bıktım Her Gün Ölmekten".

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