Bulgarian movie stars born in 1946
Here are 6 famous actors from Bulgaria were born in 1946:
Nikolai Volev
Nikolai Volev (April 10, 1946 Sofia-) is a Bulgarian film director, screenwriter and actor.
He graduated from the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia in 1969, majoring in directing. His directorial debut came in 1972, with the film "The Boy who Chased the Wind". He became known for his comedies, including "Horoscope" (1987), "My Friends Call Me Tony" (1989) and "Foolish People" (1992). Volev has also acted in several Bulgarian films and television series, including "The Toplo Trilogy" (1978-1982) and "The Island" (1994). He has received multiple awards for his work, including the Golden Palm at the Valencia Film Festival and the Silver St. George at the Moscow International Film Festival. Volev is considered one of the most successful Bulgarian filmmakers of all time.
Moni Ovadia
Moni Ovadia (April 16, 1946 Plovdiv-) is a Bulgarian singer, actor, composer, writer, film score composer and dramaturge.
He was born to a Jewish Bulgarian family and grew up in Italy, where he started his artistic career in the early 1970s. Ovadia is known for his work in promoting multiculturalism and interfaith dialogue, and has become a prominent voice in the Italian and European cultural scenes. In addition to his music and acting, he has written several books on topics ranging from theater to Jewish culture to politics. Ovadia has also been involved in social and political activism, particularly on issues related to immigration and human rights.
Pavel Popandov
Pavel Popandov (September 18, 1946 Sofia-) is a Bulgarian actor.
He studied acting at the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia and began his career as a stage actor in the 1970s. Popandov has acted in over 50 films and television shows and is considered one of Bulgaria's most accomplished actors. He has won numerous awards for his work, including the prestigious "Askeer" Award for Best Actor. In addition to his acting career, Popandov has also served as a member of the Bulgarian Parliament and is a prominent advocate for Bulgarian culture and the arts.
Ventzislav Kisyov
Ventzislav Kisyov (July 17, 1946 Lyubimets-) also known as Venzislav Kisior, Vencislav Kisiov, Ventzislav Kisiov or Vencislav Kisyov is a Bulgarian actor.
Kisyov graduated from the Krastyo Sarafov National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia in 1971. He began his acting career at the Satirical Theatre in Sofia, where he performed in a variety of roles. Over the course of his career, he became a prominent film and television actor in Bulgaria, starring in a number of popular films and TV series. Some of his most notable roles include his performances in "The Peach Thief" (1979), "The Night of the Wolves" (1985), "Viva, Maria!" (1988), and "The Youths" (2003). Kisyov is considered to be one of Bulgaria's most respected and talented actors, and he has received a number of awards and honors for his contributions to Bulgarian cinema and theater.
Vasil Banov
Vasil Banov (July 20, 1946 Karlovo-) is a Bulgarian actor.
He studied acting at the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia and began his career in the theater. Banov has appeared in over 100 films and TV series throughout his career, including "Captain Petko Voivode" (1978), "The Hare Census" (1985), and "The Peach Thief" (1964). He is known for his roles in historical dramas and has portrayed notable Bulgarian figures such as Hristo Botev and Vasil Levski. Banov has received numerous awards for his contributions to Bulgarian cinema, including the "Golden Rose" for best actor at the Bulgarian Film Festival. He continues to act in films, television, and theater productions.
Veljo Goranov
Veljo Goranov (January 22, 1946 Stara Zagora-) also known as Velyo Goranov or Velio Goranov is a Bulgarian actor.
He graduated from the National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia in 1971, and went on to become a highly respected actor on stage, television, and film. Goranov is known for his roles in Bulgarian films such as "The Last Summer," "Captain Petko Voivode," and "In the Middle of the Night." He has also had a successful career in television, with appearances on popular shows including "Undercover" and "The Haves and the Have Nots." In addition to his acting career, Goranov has also served as a theater director and has been honored with several awards for his contributions to Bulgarian culture.