Kubilay Aka Biography: Wife, Age, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Instagram, Sister

Kubilay Aka is a Turkish actor and fashion model, widely recognized for his roles in popular Turkish series such as Çukur (The Pit) and Aşk 101 (Love 101).

With a background in airport management, he transitioned into acting, captivating audiences with his performances in both television and film.

His charismatic presence and growing international fame, particularly through Netflix’s Aşk 101, have established him as a prominent figure in Turkish entertainment.

Profile

• Full Name: Kubilay Aka
• Stage Name: Kubilay Aka
• Born: April 12, 1995
• Age: 30 years old
• Birthplace: Istanbul, Turkey
• Nationality: Turkish
• Occupation: Actor, Fashion Model
• Height: 178 cm (5’10”)
• Parent: Mr. and Mrs. Aka
• Siblings: Elif İlayda Aka (sister)
• Spouse: Miray Daner
• Children: None
• Relationship: Dating
• Net Worth: $1,000,000 to $5,000,000

Early Life and Education

Kubilay Aka was born on April 12, 1995, in Istanbul, Turkey, to parents referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Aka.

His maternal family is of Bosnian descent, and some sources suggest Afro-Turk ancestry on another side of his family, reflecting Turkey’s diverse heritage.

His religious beliefs are noted as Muslim, though not publicly emphasized.

Growing up in Istanbul, Kubilay was the eldest child, with a younger sister, Elif İlayda Aka, who is also a fashion model.

He developed an interest in acting from a young age but initially pursued a different path, graduating from Eskişehir Anadolu University with a degree in Airport Management.

After working briefly at Muğla Milas Airport for a private company, he took acting lessons at Kanal Demirören to pursue his passion, marking a pivotal shift in his career trajectory.

Career

Kubilay Aka’s acting career began in 2016 with his television debut as Ali Kemal/Dimitri Papadopoulos in Vatanım Sensin (Wounded Love), a historical drama on Kanal D.

He gained significant recognition for his role as Celasun in Çukur (The Pit, 2017–2021), a popular Turkish crime series.

His film debut came with a supporting role as Yakışıklı Kemal in Arif V 216 (2018), followed by a leading role in Aşk Bu Mu? (2018) opposite Afra Saraçoğlu.

In 2020, he starred as Kerem in Netflix’s Aşk 101 (Love 101), boosting his international profile.

Other notable TV roles include Cem in Cam Tavanlar (2021), Bulut Yalçın in Oğlum (2022), Batur Karanlık in Dokuz Oğuz (2023), and Cihan Seyhan/Özgür Yücedağ in İnci Taneleri (2024–2026).

His film work includes Sevda Mecburi İstikamet (2023), Annesinin Kuzusu (2023), and Zaferin Rengi (2024).

He also appeared in web series like Bunu Bi Düşünün (2021), Sadece Arkadaşız (2022), and İstanbul Üçlemesi: Meze, Müzik, Muhabbet (2023).

As a model, he has worked with various clothing brands, leveraging his charismatic image.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: @kubilayakaa

Personal Life

Kubilay Aka, 30, resides in Istanbul, Turkey, and is in a relationship with actress Miray Daner.

He stands at 178 cm (5’10”) with hazel eyes and brown hair.

In September 2020, he tested positive for COVID-19 along with co-stars Alina Boz and İpek Filiz Yazıcı, but he recovered without significant complications.

Kubilay is known for his love of his mother’s homemade food and maintains a close bond with his sister, Elif İlayda, as seen in a 2017 Instagram post.

Filmography

• Vatanım Sensin (2016–2017, TV series) – Ali Kemal/Dimitri Papadopoulos (Supporting Role)
• Çukur (2017–2021, TV series) – Celasun (Supporting Role)
• Arif V 216 (2018, film) – Yakışıklı Kemal (Supporting Role)
• Aşk Bu Mu? (2018, film) – Umut (Leading Role)
• Aşk 101 (2020–2021, web series) – Kerem (Leading Role)
• Bunu Bi Düşünün (2021, web series) – Cenk
• Cam Tavanlar (2021, TV series) – Cem (Leading Role)
• Çok Güzel Hareketler 2 (2021, TV series) – Himself (Guest Appearance)
• Maske Kimsin Sen? (2021, TV series) – Kuzgun (Contestant)
• Oğlum (2022, TV series) – Bulut Yalçın (Leading Role)
• Sadece Arkadaşız (2022, web series) – Ozan
• Dokuz Oğuz (2023, TV series) – Batur Karanlık (Leading Role)
• Sevda Mecburi İstikamet (2023, film) – Jön Selim
• Annesinin Kuzusu (2023, film) – Murat Akçadağ
• İstanbul Üçlemesi: Meze, Müzik, Muhabbet (2023, web series) – Selim
• Zaferin Rengi (2024, film) – Galip Kulaksızoğlu
• İnci Taneleri (2024–2026, TV series) – Cihan Seyhan/Özgür Yücedağ (Leading Role)
• Esas Oğlan (2024, web series) – Tolga (Supporting Role)

Net Worth

Kubilay Aka’s estimated net worth ranges from $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 as of 2025.

His income is derived from his acting roles in high-profile Turkish series and films, including Çukur and Aşk 101, as well as his work as a fashion model for various brands.

Additional revenue comes from endorsements and his social media presence, with over 2.5 million Instagram followers.