Biography

Aziz Boukerouni 

Full Name: Aziz Boukerouni. Since 1980

Aziz Boukerouni is a prominent Algerian actor known for his strong presence in theater, television, and cinema. He began his artistic career in 1980, joining a theater troupe in Algiers, where he actively participated in performances until 1985. During that period, he also directed several theatrical productions.

In 1985, he became the head of a theatrical cooperative in Bordj Menaïel alongside Omar Fetmouch. Between 1980 and 1997, Boukerouni participated in over 12 theatrical plays and directed two stage productions.

Notable Works

Television Series

•Awlad El-Halal (2019)

•Babour Ellouh (2022)

•11/11 (2023–2024)

•A7wal Ennass (2020–2025)

•When Days Hurt Us (2022)

•El Fondou (2022)

•Banat El-Mahroussa (2025)

•Jorouh El Hayat

•Maseer Imra’a

•Switchers

•El Qilada

•Maktib

•Roma Wala Netma

•Dar El Bahja

•Machi Fil Lil

Films

•Héliopolis (2021) – Played “Mokdad”

•Jellyfish (2016) – Short film

•Tahiyat Al Hal (2017)

•Jours de Cendre (2013)

•Le Sang des Loups (2019)

•Algiers (2024)

Boukerouni is known for portraying serious and socially engaged characters. He often chooses roles that reflect the realities of Algerian society and rejects projects that don’t align with his values or contribute meaningfully to his career.

“I refuse roles that do not add value to my career,” he said in interviews, emphasizing the importance of purposeful art.