Salar Zarza
Salar Zarza (born September 23, 1981) is a Kurdish-Iranian filmmaker, actor, writer, and martial artist based in the Netherlands. He is the founder of True Spirit Productions, a division of True Spirit Entertainment, focused on international film projects. He has worked with notable Hollywood actors such as Costas Mandylor, Richard Burgi, Silvio Simac, Ron Smoorenburg, Christopher Atkins, and Kim Feenstra. His latest film, *Out for Vengeance*, has received international attention and media coverage.
Early Life and Background
Salar Zarza was born in Rezaiyeh, Iran, and moved to the Netherlands at the age of three. His upbringing between two cultures has influenced his artistic style, blending Western cinematic techniques with Middle Eastern storytelling traditions. He studied International Law at the University of Groningen before pursuing a full-time career in film.
Career
Zarza played the principal role as businessman Walid Rami in *A Facebook Romance* (2012), where his character becomes the love interest of Lebanese supermodel and actress Lamitta Frangieh. The film was featured at the Monaco International Film Festival, where it won several awards.[1]
In 2015, he starred in *Bara (The Pact: An Eye for an Eye)*, filmed in the Sahara Desert of Morocco, alongside Mohamed Qissi (*Kickboxer*). A behind-the-scenes video of the film was published by the production company.[2]
His latest project, *Out for Vengeance* (2025), is an action-thriller where Zarza serves as writer, director, lead actor, and cinematographer. The film is in post-production in Los Angeles, with its score composed by a team that frequently collaborates with Lionsgate. The cast includes Costas Mandylor, Richard Burgi, Ron Smoorenburg, Silvio Simac, Inge de Bruijn, Kim Feenstra, and Christopher Atkins.[3]
Critical Recognition & Media Coverage
The Dutch newspaper *Telegraaf* published an article about Inge de Bruijn joining the cast of *Out for Vengeance*.[3]
- FilmTotaal*, one of the largest Dutch film news platforms, covered the film's development.[4]
SBS6 *Shownieuws* featured a special segment where *Out for Vengeance*'s official movie poster was showcased on national television.[5]
Costas Mandylor publicly praised Salar Zarza in a YouTube interview.[6]
Richard Burgi and Kim Feenstra discussed the film in an interview.[7]
Other outlets have also reported on *Out for Vengeance*, including:
Literary Works
Salar Zarza is also an author, having published multiple books across various genres. His works are available in Dutch and international bookstores.
- **LEGACY OF SHADOWS: The Alan Barnas Files - Volume I** (Thriller)[13]
- **Complete Guide: Revealing Photographic Techniques** (Photography guide - English Edition)
- **Volledige gids: Fotografische technieken Onthuld** (Dutch Edition - Photography)
- **Transform Your Life: The Ultimate Health & Fitness Guide** (Health & Fitness)
- **Efficient Habits: Maximizing Productivity and Time Management** (Productivity)
His books are available on **Amazon and Bol.com**, as well as international bookstores such as **Bruna, BraveNewBooks, and Boekhandel Riemer**.[14]
Filmography
- *Out for Vengeance* (2025) – Alan Barnas (Lead Role)
- *Bara (The Pact: An Eye for an Eye)* (2015) – Jaafar
- *A Facebook Romance* (2012) – Walid Rami (Principal Role)
References
- ↑ "Monaco Film Festival Award Winners 2012". monacofilmfest.com.
- ↑ "BARA Behind the Scenes – Salar Zarza & Mohamed Qissi". YouTube.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 "Telegraaf - Inge de Bruijn in Out for Vengeance". Telegraaf.
- ↑ "FilmTotaal - Out for Vengeance". FilmTotaal.
- ↑ "SBS6 Shownieuws Broadcast Screenshot".
- ↑ "Costas Mandylor Talks About Out for Vengeance". YouTube.
- ↑ "Interview with Richard Burgi, Kim Feenstra & Salar Zarza". YouTube.
- ↑ "New Teaser for Out for Vengeance with Costas Mandylor & Ron Smoorenburg - The Action Elite". theactionelite.com. October 7, 2022.
- ↑ "Out for Vengeance (2024)" – via www.filmaffinity.com.
- ↑ "Inge de Bruijn maakt acteerdebuut in actiefilm: 'Spannend'". RTL Nieuws & Entertainment. November 10, 2022.
- ↑ "Tijd voor wat anders: oud-zwemster Inge de Bruijn speelt in internationale speelfilm". www.andc.tv.
- ↑ Weekend, Redactie (November 10, 2022). "Inge de Bruijn maakt acteerdebuut in internationale actiefilm". Weekend Online.
- ↑ "Bol.com - Salar Zarza Books". Bol.com.
- ↑ "Bruna - Salar Zarza Books". Bruna.nl.
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