Ali Ersan Duru (born 19 September 1984) is a Turkish film and television actor known for his works including Bugünün Saraylisi (2013), Diriliş: Ertuğrul (2014)[1] and Aşk Zamanı (2015).
[1] He dreamed of becoming a pilot so his father sent him to the cadet corps but due to his discipline being lame, the family council made a decision that this job wasn't suitable for him.
[2] He subsequently joined the Şahika Tekand Studio and was educated in theatrical studies for three years.
[3] Duru made his television debut with a role in TRT 1 sitcom Başrolde Aşk in 2010.
In 2013, he had a leading role in the series Yağmurdan Kaçarken alongside Carlos Martin, Ezgi Asaroğlu, Ayça Erturan, and Furkan Andıç.
[5] He also played the main role in a TV show that was made to strengthen the Turkish-Russian ties, Kalbimin Sultanı, which received a record number of views from both countries.