“NCIS: Los Angeles” features a dynamic cast of recurring characters who bring depth and excitement to the series. Here’s a look at the actors behind some of these memorable roles:
Bar Paly plays Anna Kolcheck, a significant character in the series. She first appeared in the 2016 episode “Matryoshka Part 1,” with earlier uncredited roles in 2015. Anna, who was romantically linked to Callen, returns to the show with an urgent message for him about a looming threat and a need to collaborate with an enemy to stop a trafficking ring.
**Arkady Kolcheck**
Arkady Kolcheck is portrayed by Vyto Ruginis. He was introduced in Season 1, Episode 7, titled “Pushback,” in 2009. Ruginis has had a varied career, including roles in *American Playhouse*, *Jumpin’ Jack Flash*, *Murder, She Wrote*, *Law & Order*, and *JAG*.
**Shyla**
Shyla Dahr is played by Kavi Ramachandran Ladnier. Her acting career began with a role in the 1997 *Cosby* episode “Lucas Platonicus.” She made notable appearances in *Law & Order*, *General Hospital*, *CSI: Miami*, *The Sex Lives of College Girls*, *Heroes*, and *Dwelling*.
**Kirkin**
Anatoli Kirkin, portrayed by Ravil Isyanov, first appeared in Season 4, Episode 13, titled “Wanted,” in 2013. Isyanov’s early career includes roles in *Back in the U.S.S.R.*, *Stalin*, *Hackers*, and a recurring role in *The Man Who Made Husbands Jealous*. His other notable appearances include *Buffy the Vampire Slayer*, *JAG*, *NCIS*, *Prison Break*, and *24*. Isyanov passed away on September 29, 2021.
**Raymond Hanna**
Richard Gant plays Raymond Hanna, Sam Hanna’s father. Gant first appeared as Raymond in Season 13, Episode 20, titled “Work & Family.” His early roles include *Night of the Juggler* and *Attica*. Gant has also appeared in *The Wonder Years*, *Greenleaf*, *Men of a Certain Age*, *General Hospital*, and *Special Unit 2*.
**Aiden Hanna**
Aiden Hanna is portrayed by Tye White. White made his debut in Season 6, Episode 11, titled “Humbug,” in 2014. His early work includes a short film titled *Hopeless* and a role in *Life of the Party*. White has also appeared in *American Auto*, *Chicago Fire*, and *American Crime Story*.
**Kamran Hanna**
Kamran Hanna, Aiden’s sister, is played by Kayla Smith. She first appeared in Season 12, Episode 6, titled “If the Fates Allow.” Smith has also been seen in *All American*, *Star*, *Black Lightning*, and *Switched at Birth*.
