Bosnian movie stars born in 1962
Here are 5 famous actors from Bosnia and Herzegovina were born in 1962:
Senad Bašić
Senad Bašić (August 26, 1962 Trebinje-) a.k.a. Senad Basic is a Bosnian actor.
He started his acting career in the mid-1980s and became notable for his performance in the TV series "Vuk Karadzic". Bašić has starred in numerous Bosnian films, including "Mausoleum", "The Frog", and "Days and Hours". He has also appeared in several international productions, such as the British film "In the Land of Blood and Honey" directed by Angelina Jolie. In addition to his acting career, Bašić is also a respected theater director and producer. He has directed and produced several plays, including "The Waiting Room" and "The Glass Menagerie". Bašić is considered one of the most talented actors in Bosnia and Herzegovina and has won several awards for his work in film and theater.
Bašić started off his acting career in theater, and is a founding member of the East West Theatre Company in Sarajevo. He has acted in numerous plays, both classic and contemporary, and his performances have been critically acclaimed. Some of his notable stage performances include "Uncle Vanya", "The Cherry Orchard", and "The Taming of the Shrew".
Aside from his work in film and theater, Bašić is also involved in humanitarian work. He is a goodwill ambassador for the children's organization "UNICEF" and has been actively involved in various awareness campaigns for children's rights in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Bašić is married and has two children. He currently resides in Sarajevo and continues to work in film, theater, and television.
In addition to his acting and directing career, Senad Bašić is also a trained lawyer. He graduated from the law faculty at the University of Sarajevo in 1986 and started practicing law before pursuing his passion for acting. Bašić is known for his dedication and professionalism on set, often immersing himself in the characters he portrays.
Bašić has also been involved in several international film festivals, serving on juries and organizing film events. He was a member of the jury at the 2013 Sarajevo Film Festival and the 2017 Zagreb Film Festival. Bašić is a passionate advocate for the development of film and theater in Bosnia and Herzegovina and has been actively involved in promoting young talents in the country.
In recognition of his contribution to Bosnian film and theater, Bašić has received several awards, including the Best Actor Award at the Bosnian-Herzegovinian Film Festival for his role in "Days and Hours" and the Best Director Award at the International Theater Festival in Mostar for his production of "The Waiter's Revenge".
Despite his success, Senad Bašić remains down-to-earth and humble, and continues to inspire and mentor young actors and directors in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Branko Đurić
Branko Đurić (May 28, 1962 Sarajevo-) also known as Branko Djuric-Djura, Branco Djuric, Branco Duric, Đuro Đurić, Đuro, Branko Djuric Djuro, Branko Duric, Djuro, Djura, Branko or Branko Djuric is a Bosnian actor, musician, television director, screenwriter and comedian. His children are called Zala Đurić, Ela Đurić and Filip Đurić.
Đurić started his acting career in the 1980s, and rose to fame in Bosnia and Herzegovina for his work on the popular television series "Top lista nadrealista". He then gained international recognition for his role in the award-winning film "No Man's Land" (2001), which won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
Apart from acting, Đurić is a talented musician and has been a keyboard player for the band Bombaj Štampa since the early 1980s. In 2008, he released his first solo album "Neboderi u plamenu".
In addition to his work in the entertainment industry, Đurić is also a prominent activist for human rights and social issues in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He has founded several non-governmental organizations and has been actively involved in promoting peace and reconciliation in the Balkan region.
Djuric is considered one of the most influential figures in Bosnian popular culture and continues to be active in the entertainment industry to this day.
Đurić was born and raised in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina. He studied acting at the Academy of Performing Arts in Sarajevo and graduated in 1986. After his graduation, he started working in the theater and soon became one of the most sought-after actors of his generation. Besides his work on stage, Đurić also appeared on the big screen in several Bosnian films.
Apart from his successful acting career, Đurić is also a gifted writer and director. He wrote and directed several movies, including "Fine mrtve djevojke" (1992), which won the Best Film award at the 1993 Sarajevo Film Festival. He has also directed numerous television shows and commercials.
Đurić's work as a social activist began during the Bosnian War, when he used his celebrity status to speak out against the violence and human rights abuses that were occurring in his homeland. He has continued to be involved in human rights advocacy and has worked with a number of NGOs in Bosnia and Herzegovina and beyond.
In recent years, Đurić has focused more on his music career, performing with Bombaj Štampa and releasing his own solo album. He has also continued to act in films and television shows, and remains one of the most respected and beloved figures in Bosnian entertainment.
Đurić had to flee Sarajevo during the Bosnian War in the 1990s and lived in Australia for a few years before returning to Bosnia and Herzegovina. During his time in Australia, he continued to work in the entertainment industry, including hosting a Bosnian-language radio show. He has also made appearances in international film and television projects, including the film "In the Land of Blood and Honey" directed by Angelina Jolie. Despite his success, Đurić remains dedicated to his country and culture, often using his platform to promote Bosnian music, literature, and history. In 2019, he was awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Sarajevo Film Festival for his contributions to Bosnian cinema.
Nele Karajlić
Nele Karajlić (December 11, 1962 Sarajevo-) also known as Nele Karajlic, Zabranjeno Pusenje, Nenad Jankovic, Dr. Nelle Karajlic, Nelle Karajlic or Dr. Nele Karajlic is a Bosnian singer, actor, television director, musician and screenwriter.
He is best known as the founder and lead singer of the popular Bosnian rock band Zabranjeno Pusenje, which formed in 1980. The band's music combined rock, punk, and traditional Bosnian influences, and was known for its socially and politically charged lyrics. In addition to his musical career, Karajlić has also worked as an actor and screenwriter, and has appeared in several films and television shows. He is known for his biting humor and irreverent attitude towards authority, and has been a controversial figure in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Despite this, he remains a beloved cultural figure in the region, and continues to perform and create music to this day.
Karajlić was born in Sarajevo, then part of Yugoslavia, and grew up surrounded by a diverse range of musical influences, including punk and traditional Bosnian music. He started his music career in 1980 as the lead singer and co-founder of Zabranjeno Pusenje, which initially gained popularity in Yugoslavia before becoming well-known internationally.
After the band's breakup in 1990, Karajlić focused on pursuing a career in film and television, and he became a prominent director and screenwriter. He has directed several documentaries, including "The Powder Keg," which won critical acclaim at international film festivals. In 2003, he returned to music and reformed Zabranjeno Pusenje, and the band has continued to record and tour since then.
In addition to his creative work, Karajlić has been a vocal advocate for social justice and human rights, particularly during the Bosnian War in the 1990s. He has used his platform to address political and social issues affecting Bosnia and Herzegovina, and his outspokenness has sometimes led to controversy and criticism.
Despite the challenges he has faced, Karajlić remains a beloved cultural figure in the region and has received numerous awards for his work, including the Serbian Oscar for Best Screenplay in 2011. He continues to create music and art that challenges and inspires audiences.
Karajlić's influence on Bosnian and Yugoslavian music and culture cannot be overstated. Zabranjeno Pusenje's socially and politically charged lyrics, as well as their unique fusion of rock and traditional music, made them one of the most important bands of the 1980s and 1990s. Karajlić's particular brand of biting humor and criticism, often directed at those in power or authority, resonated with audiences who were grappling with social and political upheaval in the region.
In addition to being a musician, Karajlić has also been an actor and screenwriter. He has appeared in numerous films and television shows, including "In the Name of the People" and "The Powder Keg." His work as a director and screenwriter has also garnered critical acclaim, with "The Powder Keg" winning several awards at international film festivals.
Throughout his career, Karajlić has remained committed to using his platform to advocate for social justice and human rights. During the Bosnian War, he was a vocal critic of the regime in power and used his music and appearances to draw attention to the suffering of Bosnians. He continues to speak out on issues that are important to him, including corruption, inequality, and the need for greater unity and understanding.
Despite the controversies that have sometimes surrounded him, Karajlić is widely respected in the region and is regarded as a cultural icon. He has won numerous awards throughout his career, including the prestigious Zlatna Arena award at the Pula Film Festival, and remains an important and influential figure in Bosnian and Yugoslavian music and culture.
Saša Petrović
Saša Petrović (January 2, 1962 Sarajevo-) also known as Aleksandar Petrovic, Sasa or Sasa Petrovic is a Bosnian actor.
Petrović began his acting career in the 1980s and has since appeared in numerous films, TV series and theatre productions. Some of his notable film credits include "When Father Was Away on Business," "Do You Remember Dolly Bell?" and "The Perfect Circle." He has also worked as a voice actor, lending his voice to characters in animated films such as "Ice Age" and "Epic." In addition to his work as an actor, Petrović is also a professor of acting at the Academy of Performing Arts in Sarajevo. He has received several awards throughout his career, including the Best Actor Award at the Yugoslav Film Festival in 1988, and the Best Male Performance Award at the Sarajevo Film Festival in 2003.
Saša Petrović was born on January 2, 1962, in Sarajevo, which was then a part of Yugoslavia. He studied at the Academy of Performing Arts in Sarajevo and graduated in 1986. After his graduation, he began his acting career in the mid-1980s, appearing in movies such as "Varljivo leto '68," "Do You Remember Dolly Bell?" and "When Father Was Away on Business," which was directed by the famous filmmaker Emir Kusturica. His performance in the latter film won him the Best Actor Award at the Yugoslav Film Festival in 1988.
In the 1990s, Petrović continued to act in films and theatre productions, and lent his voice to animated movies such as "Ice Age" and "Epic." He also appeared in TV series such as "Labyrinth" and "Senke nad Balkanom." During this time, he also began teaching acting at the Academy of Performing Arts in Sarajevo.
In 2003, Petrović won the Best Male Performance Award at the Sarajevo Film Festival for his role in the movie "Gori vatra." He has also received numerous other awards and nominations for his work in film and theatre.
In addition to his successful acting career, Saša Petrović is known for his activism and involvement in political and social issues in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He has spoken out against corruption and injustice and has advocated for the rights of marginalized groups in the country.
Petrović's acting career has taken him to various international film festivals, including the Cannes Film Festival, where he presented the film "White Suit" in 1999. He has also been a member of various film festival juries, including the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in 2011. Besides his work as an actor and teacher, Petrović is also a writer, having published a collection of short stories titled "The Plastic City" in 2003. In 2011, he released his debut novel "Pokušaj bega u bijeg," which was well-received by readers and critics alike. Petrović continues to act, teach, and write, and remains an important figure in the cultural and political life of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Admir Glamočak
Admir Glamočak (June 23, 1962 Sarajevo-) a.k.a. Admir Glamocak is a Bosnian actor and television director.
He started his acting career in the 1980s and quickly became one of the most recognized actors in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Admir appeared in numerous films, TV series, and theater productions, and won several awards throughout his career.
Aside from his successful acting career, Admir also worked as a television director and producer, and has directed various TV shows, documentaries, and commercials. He is known for his unique creative vision and attention to detail, which have earned him critical acclaim from both audiences and industry professionals.
Admir is also an active humanitarian and works to promote peace and reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He is a member of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian Academy of Sciences and Arts, and has been awarded multiple prestigious honors and recognitions throughout his career.
In addition to his successful career in the arts, Admir Glamocak is also a professor at the Academy of Performing Arts in Sarajevo, where he teaches acting and directing. He has mentored many aspiring actors and directors, and is highly regarded in the Bosnian arts community for his dedication to education.
Admir is also committed to using his platform to raise awareness for various social and political issues in Bosnia and Herzegovina. He has been an active participant in human rights campaigns, and has used his voice to advocate for peace and unity in the country. In 2013, he was appointed as a goodwill ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme, a role in which he has worked to promote sustainable development and peacebuilding in his home country.
Throughout his career, Admir Glamocak has been recognized for his contributions to the arts and to society. He has won numerous awards for his acting and directing, including the Golden Laurel Wreath at the Sarajevo Film Festival, and has been honored with the Medal of Merit for his humanitarian work. Admir continues to be a prominent figure in Bosnian culture and a respected voice in the global arts community.
Admir Glamocak was born in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 23, 1962. He grew up during a tumultuous time in the country's history, with political and social upheavals affecting daily life. Despite these challenges, Admir developed a passion for the arts and dedicated himself to pursuing a career in acting and directing.
He began his acting career in the 1980s, appearing in a range of theater productions and films. Admir quickly gained a reputation for his talent and dedication, and began to receive critical acclaim for his work. In the early 1990s, he began to shift his focus towards directing, and began to work on a range of television shows and documentaries.
Throughout the years, Admir continued to work tirelessly in the arts, developing his craft and producing work that was celebrated by audiences and peers alike. He was recognized with numerous awards and honors, including the Heart of Sarajevo for his contribution to Bosnian cinema.
Despite his success in the arts, Admir also felt a strong responsibility to give back to his community. He became involved in a range of humanitarian efforts, using his platform to promote peace and reconciliation in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Admir also became a passionate advocate for education, working to mentor aspiring actors and directors and inspire the next generation of artists.
In recent years, Admir has continued to make important contributions to society. He has worked with organizations such as UNICEF and the European Union to promote social justice and human rights. Admir has also continued to explore new creative avenues, from producing music videos to experimenting with digital platforms.
Throughout his long and distinguished career, Admir Glamocak has remained a powerful and influential figure in the arts world. His contributions to Bosnian culture and society have been recognized internationally, and he continues to inspire audiences and artists around the globe.