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Learn about Kian Kavousi, a New York based actor who graduated from the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. See his biography, filmography, press articles, photos and videos.
Kian Kavousi is an actor, writer and second unit director who has worked on TV shows and films such as The Chosen, Miles and 1st Born. See his biography, awards, credits, photos and videos on IMDb.
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Darren Scott Jacobs... writer on PureFlix's The Encounter Series... interviews actor Kian Kavousi (Big James) from The Chosen... the first ever multi season show about the life of Jesus Christ!...
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Feb 12, 2024 · I am an actor born in a town south of Germany. As a child, I was initially trained in piano and violin. My first steps into acting, however, came a few years later when I was enrolled in local theater classes. In high school, auditions were held for the annual theater production.
Portrayed by Shayan Sobhian and Kian Kavousi in season 1, then by Abe Bueno-Jallad starting with season 2, Big James is a former fisherman in Capernaum and one of the twelve disciples, called apostles, of Jesus. He is one of the sons of Zebedee and Salome, the older brother of John, and a former fishing partner of Simon Peter and Andrew.
May 1, 2024 · Known for the globally successful release of The Chosen on Netflix and Prime Video, alongside Jonathan Roumie, who plays Jesus, Kavousi’s performance allowed him to work his way into the hearts of millions. Celebrated by the fans of the show he brought a character with a rich backstory to life.
Kian Kavousi is known for The Chosen (2017), Miles (2016) and 1st Born (2019).
