Poster Boy: Becoming Zyzz

Poster Boy: Becoming Zyzz (2026)



0.0 2026 80 min —

Director: Selina Miles

Cast: Aziz "Zyzz" Shavershian, Said Shavershian, Paolo Cianci, Shahida Knez, Shaun Hunt

Documentary
From a shy, unknown kid to a worldwide emblem of ripped physiques and relentless self-made reinvention, this is the story of Aziz Shavershian—better known as Zyzz. The film dives deep into how this accidental internet superstar exploded onto the scene, rewired the rules of digital fame, and left behind a mythic legacy that still pumps through the veins of modern fitness culture. More than just a bodybuilder, Zyzz became a blueprint for a generation obsessed with crafting their own identity, proving that with enough charisma and hustle, anyone can sculpt themselves into a legend.

More About This Film

Poster Boy: Becoming Zyzz is an Australian documentary about Aziz Shavershian, better known online as Zyzz, an early internet fitness personality whose videos helped shape the emerging culture of online self-branding. The film follows his transformation from an unknown teenager into a widely recognized internet figure and examines the lasting impact of the persona he created.

Directed by Selina Miles, the documentary combines archival footage, private family material, interviews, and previously unseen documents. It also looks at the wider cultural legacy of Zyzz, including the influence of his aesthetic-focused online identity on later fitness and influencer culture.

  • Directed by Selina Miles.
  • Runtime is approximately 80 to 82 minutes.
  • The documentary was produced by MOFA and commissioned by Stan.
  • Producers include Gal Greenspan, Tom Blackwell, Claire Perkins, and Anu Hasbold.
  • The film premiered on Stan in Australia on August 5, 2026, marking the 15th anniversary period of Zyzz's death.

Where to Watch

Poster Boy: Becoming Zyzz has an official Australian release on Stan, with additional digital rental and purchase options in selected countries.