David Dastmalchian

Biography

David Dastmalchian is an American actor and producer who has evolved from a celebrated "that guy" character actor into a genre icon. Known for his haunting features and ability to play eccentric, often tragic figures, he has been a staple of Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve films (The Dark Knight, Dune, Oppenheimer). In 2026, he takes on his biggest blockbuster villain role to date. He stars as the tyrannical dictator M. Bison in the live-action reboot of "Street Fighter" (October 2026). His casting was widely praised by fans, with director Kitao Sakurai citing Dastmalchian's ability to be both terrifying and theatrical as perfect for the leader of Shadaloo. Simultaneously, he continues his dominance in geek culture by joining the cast of Netflix's massive hit "One Piece" (Season 2, 2026). He plays Mr. 3 (Galdino), a major antagonist in the Little Garden and Alabasta arcs. He also headlines the horror-thriller "The Shepherd" (2026), starring alongside Georgina Campbell, where he plays a frightening stranger in a desert survival story.