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“The music I make and the process of acting, for me, are both about trying to understand people and get inside what makes us tick. That's the main thing that excites me. Our sense of who we really are and what drives us.”

Quote by Riz Ahmed

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Riz Ahmed is a British actor born on December 1, 1982. He is known for his outstanding performances in films and television, particularly in 'Nightcrawler', 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens', and 'The King's Speech'. Ahmed is highly regarded for his advocacy of diversity and inclusivity. more

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