Ari Barkan

Ari Barkan has steadfastly become a figure in the Russian communities of various cities around the world, in large part due to his co-lead role of the hit-web-series "Baba Fira". Ari has also been featured in films such as The Wolf of Wall Street, Non-Stop, and Fading Gigolo. Ari can also be seen in the upcoming Paramount feature "Staten Island Summer" and is also the lead of a few upcoming short films. His training stems from various courses at the Lee Strasberg Institute, Brooklyn College, and private coaching from actor Victor Cruz. Ari's dedication to his craft is undeniable, and that makes him an actor to keep your eye on in the next few months and years. The great-grandson of a former Soviet Union actress and producer; acting is truly in his bloodline.