Partner & Head of Azat Films
Khizar Hayat
- Master’s graduate from UK
- Producer. Leader. Storyteller.
- Manage multi-cultural teams and tight deadlines
About Shaan
At the heart of Azad Brothers is Shaan Agha, a visionary entrepreneur, strategist, and storyteller whose leadership continues to shape the group’s mission and identity. As the CEO and founding force behind Azad Brothers, Shaan combines academic rigor, cross-cultural fluency, and entrepreneurial courage in everything he does.
A graduate of the prestigious London School of Economics (LSE), Shaan began his business journey early. In 2004, he established his first textile and garment manufacturing unit in Türkiye—a small factory that laid the foundation for a lifelong connection with the country and its people.
Over the next two decades, Shaan expanded his ventures across sectors—from textiles to tourism, real estate to storytelling—always guided by a simple principle: solve real problems with real integrity.
Today, he leads a diversified group of companies across:
- Real estate and citizenship advisory
- Tourism and MICE
- Construction and renovation
- Health and wellness services
- Trade facilitation
- Media and film production
About Khizar
Khizar Hayat is a seasoned producer, creative leader, and visual storyteller at the helm of Azat Films, the media and film production company under the Azad Brothers Group. With a lifelong passion for cinema and an instinct for production logistics, Khizar has carved a unique niche in international film and advertising in Türkiye.
A Master’s graduate from the UK, Khizar is not only a long-time industry professional but also an adventurer at heart. A certified scuba diver and dedicated fawn crabber, he brings the same calm precision and curiosity to the set that he does to the sea. For Khizar, film runs in his blood—and it shows in the confidence and creativity he brings to every project.
Under his leadership, Azat Films has grown into one of the leading production companies in Türkiye for international filmmakers, known for excellence, transparency, and world-class service.
Azat Films specializes in:
- Ad films and commercial production
- OTT platform content for digital and streaming audiences
- Tabletop shoots (food, product, and stylized visual work), where Khizar has led the market in Türkiye
- Full-service foreign production facilitation, including permits, crews, equipment, and location management
Khizar is trusted by brands and agencies for his ability to:
- Translate creative briefs into seamless on-ground execution
- Manage multi-cultural teams and tight deadlines
- Deliver polished, high-quality output on time and within budget
- Create a stress-free, collaborative environment for both local and international clients
Khizar is known for:
Thanks to his global exposure and deep local knowledge, Azat Films has become the preferred partner for foreign filmmakers, agencies, and streaming platforms seeking to shoot in Türkiye with reliability and finesse.