Schön! 46 digital cover | aaron altaras in Valentino

full look. Valentino

Family is everything for Aaron Altaras. The German actor speaks to us for his Schön! 46 digital cover story just as his star is on the rise. Wearing Valentino, he reflects on how, after honing his craft for over two decades and appearing in projects like Unorthodox and The Invisibles, he’s ready for the next chapter. With his latest role in The Zweiflers, which recently won several CANNESSERIES awards, that new chapter is unfolding.

While discussing the significance of the show’s title, Altaras explains, “Zweiflers, which is a family name but also translates to ‘doubters’ in German, reflects the central themes of the series: uncertainty, introspection and the search for meaning. The Zweiflers is centred around family, identity and growing up, while highlighting the challenges that come with them.”

Altaras grew up in a Jewish household, and even though he didn’t have a particularly religious upbringing, he feels a deep connection to his character. Samuel’s struggles resonate with him on a personal level, as he navigates similar challenges while getting older. On top of that, a portion of the series was filmed in the hospital where Altaras was born, which felt serendipitous and made his connection to Samuel even stronger. 

A true family affair, The Zweiflers also features his brother, fellow actor Leo Altaras. Describing his brother as his best friend, he emphasises their unique bond and intuitive understanding of each other. “He’s the coolest guy in the world and the only person I can communicate with without talking,” he reveals. “We can read each other’s minds. It happens almost daily where we say the same thing at the same time.”

At its core, the show is a reminder to “talk to people from different cultures, especially in the times we’re living in, because most people are very different from what you think they are.”Altaras’ understanding of strength and power is deeply rooted in authenticity and resilience. “To me, strength is being able to do what I want and feel healthy while doing it,” he tells us. “I feel powerful that I get to say what I want and have people actually listen to me.”

all clothing + shoes. Jil Sander
earring throughout. Aaron’s own
opposite
full look. Valentino

full look. Prada
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short, socks + shoes. Prada
suitcase. Rimowa

full look. Louis Vuitton
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jacket, shorts + socks. Louis Vuitton
bracelet. Tiffany & Co.

full look. Valentino

Get your print copy of Schön! 46 on Amazon Germany, Amazon UK, Amazon France, Amazon Italy, Amazon Spain, Amazon Netherlands, Amazon Poland, Amazon Belgium and Amazon Sweden.


The Zweiflers airs on 3rd May on ARD.

The digital cover + print editorial of Schön! 46 has been produced by

photography. Jingxiong Qiao @ Take Creative
fashion. Hauke Stark
talent. Aaron Altaras @ ALCATRAZ + flixselect in Valentino
casting. Alabama Blonde @ Strike the Blonde Casting
hair + make up. Dennis Brandt using Oribe + CHANEL Beauty
set design. Pertti Hagelstein
photography assistant. David Jäger
fashion assistant. Anton Emmerich
location. Pavel Sepi Fotostudio
words. Amanda Breeze

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