Serbian movie actors born in the year 1953
Here are 5 famous actors from Serbia were born in 1953:
Đorđe Balašević
Đorđe Balašević (May 11, 1953 Novi Sad-) also known as Djordje Balasevic is a Serbian songwriter, singer and actor. He has three children, Jovana Balasevic, Jelena Balašević and Aleksa Balasevic.
Balašević began his career in the mid-1970s as a member of the rock group, Rani Mraz. After the group disbanded, he launched a successful solo career and became known for his lyrically introspective and poetic songs that often addressed social and political issues. He has released over a dozen albums and is considered a cultural icon in Serbia and throughout the former Yugoslavia.
Apart from his music career, Balašević has also acted in several films, including "Ko to tamo peva" and "Miris poljskog cveća." He has also published several books of poetry and prose, including "Tri posleratna druga" and "Dodir svile."
Balašević has been recognized for his contributions to music and culture with numerous awards, including the Vuk Karadzic award and the Golden Badge of the City of Novi Sad. Despite retiring from performing in 2017, his music continues to be popular and celebrated by fans throughout the region.
In addition to his successful music and acting career, Đorđe Balašević is also known for his activism and humanitarian work. He has been involved in various charitable organizations and events, and has used his platform to raise awareness about social issues such as poverty and discrimination. He has also been an advocate for peace and reconciliation in the Balkans, and has participated in various initiatives aimed at fostering cooperation and understanding between different ethnic and national groups. Despite facing criticism and censorship for his outspoken views in the past, Balašević remains a beloved and influential figure in the cultural and political landscape of Serbia and the wider region.
Radoš Bajić
Radoš Bajić (September 24, 1953 Medveđa-) also known as Rados M. Bajic is a Serbian actor, film director, screenwriter, television director and television producer. He has one child, Jelena Bajic Jocic.
Bajić began his career in the late 1970s and early 1980s, acting in several Serbian and Yugoslavian films and TV shows. He eventually transitioned to directing and producing, making his directorial debut in 1995 with the film "Bolji život", which was based on a popular Serbian TV series. Bajić went on to direct and produce several other TV series and films, including "Selo gori, a baba se češlja" and "Ranjeni orao".
In addition to his work in film and television, Bajić is also a prominent figure in Serbian theater. He founded the National Theater of Leskovac in 1992, and has since produced and directed numerous plays there.
Bajić is highly regarded in Serbia for his contributions to Serbian culture and his advocacy for Serbian national interests. He has been vocal about his love for his country and his belief in the importance of preserving Serbian traditions and identity.
Bajić has won several awards throughout his career for his work in film, television and theater. He won the Best Director award at the 2007 LiberPress International Film Festival for "Selo gori, a baba se češlja". He has also been recognized for his humanitarian work, including his efforts to rebuild the city of Leskovac after the devastating floods of 2014. Bajić is known for his conservative political views and has been a vocal supporter of the Serbian Progressive Party. He has even been involved in politics himself, serving as the Deputy Director of the Serbian Ministry of Culture and Information from 2012-2013. Despite his controversial views, Bajić is widely respected in Serbia for his contributions to the arts and his dedication to his country.
Branko Jerinic
Branko Jerinic (July 9, 1953 Kragujevac-) otherwise known as Branislav Jerinic is a Serbian actor. He has one child, Pavle Jerinic.
Jerinic studied acting at the Faculty of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade and graduated in 1977. He began his acting career soon after, performing in numerous theater productions in Serbia. He later transitioned into film and television, appearing in over 50 movies and TV shows throughout his career.
Some of his notable roles include the film "Who's Singin' Over There?" (1980), which won the Golden Lion award at the Venice Film Festival, and the TV series "The Brothers Karamazov" (2008), in which he played the role of Fyodor Karamazov.
Jerinic is also involved in activism and has been an outspoken critic of the Serbian government. He was a supporter of the 1990s anti-government protests and has been involved in various human rights organizations throughout his career.
In addition to his successful acting career, Branko Jerinic has also directed several theater productions in Serbia. He directed the plays "Tartuffe", "The Bald Soprano", and "Plasticine", among others. He is known for his intense performances and portrayal of complex characters in both theater and film. Jerinic has won numerous awards for his performances, including the Best Actor award at the Film Festival in Nis for his role in the film "Landscape No. 2" (2008). He continues to act and direct in both film and theater and is regarded as one of the most respected actors in Serbia.
Radovan Markovic
Radovan Markovic (January 15, 1953 Podujevo-) also known as Radovan Raja Markovic, Raja Markovic, Radovan Markovic-Raja or Raja is a Serbian actor and production designer.
Markovic began his career in the theater, performing in various plays throughout the 1970s and 1980s before transitioning to film and television. He has appeared in over 50 films and TV series, including "Three Palms for Two Punks and a Babe," "The Powder Keg," and "The White Suit."
Markovic is also known for his work as a production designer, having worked on the sets of several Serbian films such as "The Professional" and "The Meeting Point". Additionally, he has written and directed his own short films, including "Kosovo: A Story of Suspended Identities" and "For My Son's Sake".
Markovic has won several awards for his acting, production design, and directing, including a Best Production Design award at the 2012 Belgrade International Film Festival and a Best Actor award at the 2005 FEST International Film Festival. He continues to work in the Serbian film and theater industry to this day.
Markovic was born in Podujevo, which is now in Kosovo but was a part of Serbia at the time of his birth. He graduated from the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade in 1978 and began his acting career shortly after. In addition to his work in film, television, and theater, Markovic is also a professor at his alma mater, teaching acting to future generations of Serbian performers. He is known for his versatility as an actor, able to play both dramatic and comedic roles with ease. In recent years, Markovic has been involved in a number of humanitarian efforts, using his platform as a successful actor to advocate for causes such as refugees and victims of war. He remains a highly respected figure in Serbian culture and entertainment.
Bogdan Diklić
Bogdan Diklić (August 1, 1953 Bjelovar-) also known as Bogdan Diklic or Bogdan Dikliæ is a Serbian actor.
He is considered one of the greatest actors of his generation in the Serbian film industry. Diklić began his career in the 1970s and quickly gained popularity through his performances in films and television shows. Some of his most notable roles include the lead role in the film "The Fourth Man" and a supporting role in the critically acclaimed Yugoslav war film "When Father Was Away on Business". In addition to his acting career, Diklić has also worked as a theater director and producer, and has received numerous awards throughout his career. He is currently still active in the entertainment industry and continues to captivate audiences with his performances.
Diklić was born in Bjelovar, in the present-day Republic of Croatia, but grew up in Belgrade, Serbia. He graduated from the Academy of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade in 1976, and shortly after began his acting career. In the 1980s, Diklić was considered one of the most prominent actors in Yugoslavia, appearing many films, stage productions, and television series. He gained widespread international recognition for his role in the Academy Award-winning film "When Father Was Away on Business", directed by Emir Kusturica.
Diklić has also dabbled in politics and was a candidate for president of Serbia in the 2004 election, but he withdrew his candidacy before the election. He has never shied away from sharing his opinions on important issues and has spoken out in support of causes such as the fight against corruption and the protection of freedom of speech.
Over the years, Diklić has been honored with many awards for his contribution to the arts, including the prestigious Yugoslav October Award for the Best Actor in 1985. In 2003, he was given the Order of Karađorđe's Star, one of the highest state decorations of Serbia. Diklić is not only a talented actor but also a mentor to many young actors in Serbia. He is highly respected both in his country and internationally and continues to inspire others with his work.