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Nina Dobrev is a Bulgarian-born Canadian actress. Her best-known television roles are Mia Jones in Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001) and Elena Gilbert and Katherine Pierce on The Vampire Diaries (2009). Her film work includes The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012), Let's Be Cops (2014), The Final Girls (2015), xXx: Return of Xander Cage (2017), and Dog Days (2018).
From a very young age, she showed great enthusiasm and talent for the arts: dance, gymnastics, theater, music, visual arts, and acting. Modeling jobs led to commercials, which turned into film auditions; she booked roles in the feature films Fugitive Pieces (2007), Away from Her (2006), and the popular CTV television series Degrassi: The Next Generation (2001), which led to The Vampire Diaries (2009), where she played the lead role for 6 seasons.
Nina loves to travel and has often visited Europe for pleasure, as well as to compete internationally, representing Canada in Aesthetic gymnastics. She enjoys playing volleyball and soccer, swimming, rock climbing, wakeboarding, snowboarding, and horseback riding.
Above all, acting is her passion, and she sees it as an adventure that has just begun; she believes that the journey and the characters we create along the way will help us understand ourselves.- Stanislav Yanevski was born on 16 May 1985 in Sofia, Bulgaria. He is an actor and producer, known for Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005), Hostel: Part II (2007) and The Cloaking.
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- Stunts
- Producer
Yana Marinova was born on 17 August 1978 in Sofia, Bulgaria. She is an actress and producer, known for Attraction (2018), Conan the Barbarian (2011) and The Way Back (2010). She has been married to Tihomir Vinchev since 2010.- Angela Nedyalkov was born on 2 March 1991 in Sofia, Bulgaria. She is an actress, known for T2 Trainspotting (2017), The Paradise Suite (2015) and Avé (2011).
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- Additional Crew
Atanas Srebrev (born April 19, 1971) is a Bulgarian actor well-established in strong supporting roles. Because of his level of English-speaking ability, Srebrev is recognized as being the first Bulgarian actor to make his own way in Hollywood. He trained at the National Academy of Theater and Film Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria. Highly versatile and instantly recognizable among SyFy Channel viewers, he has appeared in over 100 films. Not limited to SyFy Channel features, he has appeared in mainstream film releases including 300: Rise of an Empire (2014), Mechanic: Resurrection (2016) and Rambo: Last Blood (2019).- Actress
- Editor
- Additional Crew
Teodora Duhovnikova was born on 14 December 1977 in Sofia, Bulgaria. She is an actress and editor, known for Conan the Barbarian (2011), Omnipresent (2017) and Forecast (2008). She has been married to Stefan Duhovnikov since 2009. They have two children.- Stunts
- Actress
Dessy Slavova was born in Sofia, Bulgaria. Dessy is an actor, known for The Princess (2022), Till Death (2021) and Hitman's Wife's Bodyguard (2021).- Actor
- Producer
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Christo Jivkov was born on 18 February 1975 in Sofia, Bulgaria. He was an actor and producer, known for The Passion of the Christ (2004), Otchuzhdenie (2013) and The Final Inquiry (2006). He died on 31 March 2023 in Los Angeles, California, USA.- Ryan Pethrow is a Bulgarian artist, born on January 20, 1982, in Sofia, Bulgaria. Hailing from a family with a strong academic background, he is the grandson of the renowned Bulgarian hematologist, Professor Zdravko Georgiev. Growing up, Ryan's mother, Isabella Georgieva, worked as a translator, while his father left the family when he was a young child, resulting in minimal contact with him. Ryan has a younger brother and an older sister, although he hasn't had the opportunity to know his sister. Moreover, he is aware of having additional siblings on his father's side in France, although he hasn't established a connection with them either.
During the communist regime in 1986, Ryan's father emigrated to France, and when the regime fell, his mother was invited to Belgium to work as a translator. Thus, in 1990, Ryan's family relocated to Brussels, Belgium. It was during this period that Ryan developed a deep passion for video games, manga, and anime. He also cultivated his interest in sports, participating in a diverse range of activities such as basketball, baseball, football, badminton, table tennis, archery, crossbow shooting, indoor climbing, and more. Additionally, he discovered his talent for acting, taking part in school theater productions and portraying a wide array of characters, including serial killers, action heroes, princes, and eccentric individuals, among others.
Following his time in Belgium, Ryan returned to Bulgaria with his family. Although he had a strong affinity for acting, circumstances prevented him from pursuing it for an extended period upon his return. In the summer of 2003, an unfortunate bicycle accident resulted in a broken arm, forcing him to halt his sports activities, which he had been engaged in semi-professionally for several years.
In 2004, his life took a new turn with the birth of his son, who required significant care and became the center of Ryan's world. The responsibility of fatherhood became his primary focus. Tragedy struck again in 2015 when his grandmother, Lilya Georgieva, passed away suddenly. Sadly, only months later, in 2016, his mother also left this world unexpectedly, leaving a profound impact on Ryan's life.
Determined to reignite his passion for acting, Ryan enrolled in a stunt course taught by renowned instructor Adam Horton at the prestigious Nu Boyana Stunt Academy in 2019. The academy, located within Europe's largest film studio, Nu Boyana Film Studios, has served as the backdrop for numerous iconic action films like The Expendables, Olympus Has Fallen, and Hitman's Bodyguard. Following the successful completion of the course, Ryan continued honing his skills at Nu Boyana Stunt Academy, exploring the world of stunts while simultaneously reigniting his acting career. He made appearances in various commercials, film productions, and short films, showcasing his versatility not only as an actor but also as a photo model. Unfortunately, the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic forced him to temporarily pause his stunt training and put a halt to many of his projects.
Nonetheless, he adapted to the changing circumstances and discovered a new platform for self-expression through social media. With his direct and unapologetic approach, Ryan quickly garnered popularity on various social networks, captivating audiences with his genuine and refreshing perspectives. He seamlessly incorporated his acting skills into sketches, further captivating his growing fan base.
In 2021, Ryan Pethrow delved into the realm of storytelling, crafting a chilling horror tale titled "The Swing." Driven by his passion for the narrative, he transformed the story into a compelling script for a short film. With an eye towards the future, Ryan aspires to take on the role of director, bringing his spine-tingling vision to life on the screen. Stay tuned for this upcoming project as he weaves together his talents in writing and filmmaking to create an unforgettable cinematic experience.
During the summer of 2022, Ryan participated in 12 episodes of the Bulgarian television production "Sofia at Home," assuming an episodic role, demonstrating his versatility as an actor across various platforms.
Ryan Pethrow's artistic journey is a testament to his resilience and multifaceted talent, and he continues to captivate audiences with his unique blend of creativity and authenticity. With his unwavering passion for the arts and a penchant for leaving a lasting impact, Ryan is a rising force in the entertainment industry. - Actor
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Hristo Shopov was born on 4 January 1964 in Sofia, Bulgaria. He is an actor and director, known for The Passion of the Christ (2004), Love.net (2011) and Double Identity (2009).- Actress
- Music Department
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Andrea was born on 23 January 1987 in Sofia, Bulgaria. She is an actress and director, known for Mission London (2010), Andrea: Vitamin (2017) and Andrea: Love Is Mine (2016).- Director
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
In 2000, Todor Chapkanov graduated TV & Film Directing with a Masters Degree from the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts "Krastyo Sarafov".
Between 2001 and 2018, Todor worked as First Assistant Director and Second Unit Director in over 50 movies, including titles like: "The Way Back", "Barbarian", "Hitman's Bodyguard", "London Has Fallen" and many others.
Since his directorial debut in 2007 till 2020, Todor directed different kinds of genre films & TV Series. Including one of the highest rated Bulgarian TV series - the period drama "Tree of Life". In 2015, Todor directs the sports action movie "Boyka: Undisputed" for Millennium Films.
Between 2016 and 2018, was operating as a Show Runner & Main Director of the Bulgarian TV series "Dear Heirs", highest rated prime time show on national television.
After directing couple of Romantic Comedies for Free Dolphin and Second Unit for "Expendables 4", Todor went to Amsterdam to make the Action/Thriller "Black Lotus" for Dutch Filmworks and Capstone. Premiered in April, 2023.
Throughout his career, Todor Chapkanov has directed more than 15 movies, numerous TV series, TV shows, Commercials and music videos.- Composer
- Music Department
Borislav Slavov was born on July 17, 1973 in Sofia, Bulgaria. He is also known as Bobby Slavov. The works he is known for are Crysis 2 (2011), Crysis 3(2013) as Composer and Music Director, Ryse: Son of Rome (2013), Two Worlds II (2010). His music career starts in 2001, when he gets his first soundtrack production assignment for the real-time strategy video game Knights of Honor.- Yavor Baharov was born on 12 July 1985 in Sofia, Bulgaria. He is an actor, known for I Spit on Your Grave 2 (2013), Tilt (2010) and The Legend of Hercules (2014).
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Mimi Davila was born in Sofia, Bulgaria. She is an actress and producer, known for Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018), Piel Canela (2019) and Love, Simon (2018).- Velizar Binev was born on 8 March 1967 in Sofia, Bulgaria. He is an actor, known for Stonehearst Asylum (2014), Hitman (2007) and The Expendables 3 (2014). He has been married to Nusha Bineva since 29 June 2002.
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- Director
Hailing from Bulgaria, where Evgeniya Radilova is one of the most well known faces on screen and the stage has come to the United States to share her talents with us. She is the descendant of four generations of artists. This led her down the path of becoming an actress herself. Shortly after graduating from the National School for Music where she learned piano, she was the youngest actress to play on professional stage. Only 18 years old she was cast in one of the biggest TV show productions called "Masters of the TV", where she co-hosted for three years every night on Bulgarian National TV.
She moved to the United States to explore and continue her career as an actress among the best in the business. Here she graduated from The American Academy of Dramatic Arts with Charles Jehlinger Award for Best Actress, and was invited back to be a part of the 2009-10 AADA Company. With her first show after the academy she booked a leading role in an Off- Broadway production of Blood Wedding, which gave her her Equity Card. She garnered rave reviews from the New York press, as well as from the audiences. Since then she has appeared Off Broadway, become a SAG and AFTRA member, and a lifetime member of The Actors Studio. The incredibly talented and marvelous Ellen Burstyn accepted her into the studio as one of the only 3 people who got accepted that year. Evgeniya played opposite Ellen Burstyn as her daughter in a production of the Cherry Orchard at The Studio. The production was directed by John Gould Rubin.
Also, she appeared on TV shows like "Limitless," "Law and Order SVU", "Elementary", "Spartacus", "Sex and Drugs and Rock and Roll", and completed several short and feature films. She worked on a film called "Price for Freedom" with Sally Kirkland (Academy Award nominee), Paul Sorvino, Ken Davitian, who played her dad. The film was also profiled on the "Larry King Show". Evgeniya is also featured in the independent film "Dreams Of The Last Butterflies", which has now screened at 50 Film Festivals in 13 countries, on 5 continents! The film also has 7 awards. She was nominated for a Best Actress Award at the "Blow-Up Chicago International Arthouse Film Festival" for her performance in the film "Let Them Have Their Way!"
Recently, Evgeniya co-founded "I DareProductions", where she has been producing, writing and directing for the past two years! Her first music video, "True Paradise" won three festivals: "Winter Film Awards", "LA Cinema Festival of Hollywood" and "Miami Film Festival". A film she directed called "My Relationship With The Moon" won the "Special Recognition Award" at the "Cayanne Film Festival". She also became a proud lifetime member of the Playwrights Directors Unit at The Actors Studio.
She wrote, produced and directed two short films: "Patrik" and "El Cavil". She directed and produced a new music video called "Nothing Changed for Me". And she also is co-producing and co-directing a film called "Then and Now", for which her actor gained 40 pounds for the role.
She was invited for a second year to teach and direct Film and Theatre workshops with the students of Chongqing and Kunming in China. She created two films with them: "Fortune Sticks "& "Marga". She also directed a production of W. Shakespeare's "Midnight Summer's Dream", last summer in Chongqing, China. She gave a very successful talk for film industry and film professors in China, Kuming! And she will be invited back to teach more.
Evgeniya has a great passion for fire dancing and has opened her own entertainment company, Evgeniya Entertainment, which includes performers from Circus Du Soleil to NYC's top performers, underground and street performers. She has performed in the most high-end cabarets stages in NYC as well as festivals and directed shows all over the county.- A refugee from the Nazi regime as a child, Dora trained and danced briefly with the Vienna Opera as their youngest solo dancer until an accidental fall in her late teens ended her dancing career. She then moved to London and studied theatre at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, where she had to improve her English skills as well through classes.
After a career on British television, in a few Hollywood films and on the stage, she gave up acting career to raise a family and beginning in the 1980's, she became one of Britain's leading fashion designers. - Actress
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Simona Theoharova is a Bulgarian-German actress, director, dancer and artist known for the film adaptation of the bestseller by Charlotte Link (2020), Tatort and her documentary work tripleF*** . Born in Sofia/Bulgaria, she now works worldwide. Besides directing in her documentary work, she mainly acts in films, but is also intensively engaged in dance and acting improvisation. She brings a refreshing authenticity to her work and doesn't shy away from portraying raw emotions or complex relationships, making her storytelling relatable and impactful.
What also sets Simona apart is her activism. She incorporates her passion for positive change into her craft and her psychological work. Whether through lectures, films or new immersive media, through writing, performing or through community initiatives. Her social commitment not only enriches the film landscape, but also the audiences.- Dimo Alexiev was born on 29 July 1983 in Sofia, Bulgaria. He is an actor, known for Leatherface (2017), I Spit on Your Grave 2 (2013) and Survivor (2015).
- Vladimir Karamazov was born on 27 April 1979 in Sofia, Bulgaria. He is an actor, known for Darvoto na jivota (2013), Fourth Estate (2013) and Love Off.
- Yoanna Boukovska was born on 8 April 1977 in Sofia, Bulgaria. She is an actress, known for Brother of the Snail (2009), Security (2017) and Death, Deceit & Destiny Aboard the Orient Express (2001).
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Stephan Komandarev is a Bulgarian director, producer and scriptwriter. Born in 1966 in Sofia. He graduated in Film & TV directing at the New Bulgarian University (1999).
Stephan Komandarev's latest feature film "Directions" is a nominee in the section "Un certain regard" at the Cannes Film Festival 2017 official selection. His previous works include award-winning feature and documentary films, such as: The World is Big and Salvation Lurks Around the Corner (2008 - the first Bulgarian film, shortlisted for Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film (2010), the most world-wide theatrical released Bulgarian film ever, distributed in 93 countries, won 35 awards at international film festivals); The Judgment (2014) (won 12 awards, Bulgarian entry - Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film - 2016); The Town of Badante Women (2009, doc.), Alphabet of Hope (2003, doc.), Bread over the Fence (2002, doc.), Dog's Home (1999, feature).
Stephan Komandarev is 2011 EAVE graduate and Member of the Bulgarian Film Directors' Association and Bulgarian Film Producers' Association. Member of the European Film Academy.- Boyko Kirilov Krastanov was born on December 21, 1987 in Sofia, Bulgaria. His first TV role was as Danny Kasabov in the hit TV series "Glass Home". He is playing Danny while still attending the National Academy of Theater and Film Art, then in 2010 Boyko graduated and shortly after he is taking a part in different theater roles. Years later after his first TV role, Boyko appeared again in another hit series "Undercover" and the Irish crime series "Red Rock". To date, his career is on the rise and he is one of the most popular actors of his generation.
- One of the most talented actors from Bulgaria. He was born in Sofia in 1942. In 1962 he graduated from famous Krastyo Sarafov National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts as an actor. His first appearance in the movies was in 1956 when he was a only a teenager. With the well known series Na vseki kilometar he gained international reputation.