Igor Mešin (58) is one of the most favorite Croatian television presenters and actors. He is best known to a wider audience as the face of the popular show “Supertalent” and roles in comedy series like “Our Little Clinic”. In his long and fruitful career, he acted in more than 30 movies and about fifteen TV series, and he also achieved an enviable number of theater roles. In addition to being an actor, Mešin is also a theater director, and he is equally respected as Host of the most watched television shows in Croatia. This biography follows his journey from his youthful dreams to the status of one of the most recognizable faces of Croatian television.
Early life and education
Igor Mešin was born July 8, 1967 in Zagreb, where he grew up in an ordinary working-class family. His father was a mechanic, and his mother was a merchant, and Igor grew up as a ‘typical Zagreb child’. Even as a boy, he felt a strong desire to become an actor, even though there were no artists in the family. After finishing primary and secondary school in his native Zagreb, he tried to enroll Academy of Dramatic Arts. Interestingly, he was received only from third attempt, after being rejected twice. In the meantime, he did not give up on his dreams – he gained acting experience in the drama studio of the Zagreb theater ZKM, and in order to support himself, he did various jobs (he was a waiter and even a cleaner), not considering any job unworthy. This persistence and modesty marked his beginnings and prepared him for a successful acting career.
acting career
Theater and first roles
After graduating in acting, Mešin began his professional career in theater. He got his first permanent engagement at the Croatian National Theater in Varaždin, but 1994. He returns to Zagreb and becomes a member of the city theater ensemble “Comedy”. In comedy, he plays a number of notable roles, especially in plays of a comedic and musical genre. He acted in hit plays like “King is naked”, “Three Gross Opera”, comedy “Down to the end” and in popular musicals such as “Chicago” and “Monty Python’s Spamalot”. Thanks to his versatile talent, he equally successfully interprets dramatic, comic and musical roles on the theater boards. The Komedija theater is still Mešin’s home theater, where he regularly performs in various plays and musicals.
Film and television
In parallel with his theater career, Igor Mešin also builds a rich oeuvre on film and television. He made his debut on the screen very early – already in the mid-1980s he appeared in the film “promised land” (1986) as a teenager. During the 1990s and 2000s, he played roles in domestic films of various genres, among others in dramas “four order” (1999) and “Holding” (2001), and in comedies “Three Men Melita Žganjer” (1998) and “last will” (2001). Although film roles were often secondary, he became famous on television with characters that the audience loved.
The widest audience remembers him mostly for his roles in comedy series. in the cult series “Our Little Clinic” (2004–2007) played entertainment paramedic Mila Cara, while in the family series “Rest, you deserve it” embodied the character of Nena Kosmički. He also acted in popular sitcoms “Crazy House” and “Stipe away”, and he also tried his hand at the Croatian version of ‘Marriage Water’ where he played the main role (Ivica Kumarica). Thanks to these television roles, Mešin gained the status of a recognizable face and favorite entertainer of the TV audience. His natural comedy talent and charm contributed to the great viewership of the projects in which he appeared.
TV hosting and Supertalent
In addition to acting, Igor Mešin also built an extremely successful career as a television leader. Thanks to charisma and relaxed humor, he quickly conquered the audience and became one of the protective faces of entertaining TV formats. Back in the late 2000s, he began to excel in leadership, and 2009. He got a chance to host a new talent show at the time “Supertalent” – Croatian version of global format Got Talent. from the first season Supertalent, which was broadcast in 2009, Mešin was the main host of the show. just through Supertalent It has gained immense popularity and status as a favorite face of the small screen. His cheerfulness and ability to casually communicate with competitors and audiences contributed to making this show one of the most watched in the country.
Over the years, Igor Mešin hosted a number of famous TV shows of various genres. Below are highlighted The most important television shows which Mešin led in his career:
- Supertalent – competitive talent show (Nova TV, 2009 – today)
- your face sounds familiar – Fun music show (Nova TV, 2014 – 2017. manager; 2020 member of the jury)
- Masterchef Croatia – culinary reality show (Nova TV, 2011 – 2012.)
- Don’t forget the lyrics – Music game show (HRT/Nova TV, 2008 – 2009.)
- beauties and geniuses – reality show of pairings (Nova TV, 2019)
- Dancing with the stars – Dance show (Nova TV, 2023 – today)
As Head of Supertalent Croatia, Igor Mešin established himself among the most recognizable TV people. In addition to Supertalent, he successfully managed other formats on Nova TV, such as a singing competition “Your face sounds familiar”, culinary show “MasterChef”, and fun dance spectacle “Dancing with the Stars”. A charming approach, spontaneity and the ability to improvise in live broadcasts made him an ideal host for big TV events. Many remember him as a music quiz host “Don’t forget the lyrics”, while on the show “Beauties and geniuses” (a combination of models and scientists) showed a sense of humor in unusual situations. It is interesting to mention that Mešin also tried his hand at the ‘other side’ of the culinary show – he participated as a competitor in the celebrity edition Masterchef, where he demonstrated his culinary skills.
Today, Igor Mešin is one of the most experienced Croatian TV presenters. Almost every major entertainment project on commercial television is associated with his name, which testifies to the trust he enjoys among the producers and the popularity of the audience. His presence on the scene often guarantees good viewership and top-notch entertainment.
private life
Although he is constantly present in the media through his work, Igor Mešin has his private life Keep away from scandals and reflectors. He has been happily married to his wife for many years Antonina Mešin, a child defectologist by profession. They have been together since her high school days – they met while Igor was enrolling in the Academy, and they got married after seven years of relationship. spouses have son of Rok, born around 2001, who is 24 years old today. Igor often points out that family support is extremely important to him and that his wife and son follow him in what he does whenever they have the opportunity. Despite being a public figure, Mešin lives a fairly ordinary family life and successfully protects his privacy from excessive media attention.
In rare reviews of the family, he reveals some details with a touch of humor – he said that he loves at home cook, while the wife is in charge of cleaning after cooking. This kind of ‘ordinary’ family rhythm helps him to remain grounded despite the fame he has. Colleagues and friends describe him as a modest and immediate man, which explains why there are no stains in his long career and why the audience greatly appreciates him as a person, not only as an entertainer.
Interests and recognitions
Igor Mešin is a versatile personality whose career is not limited to acting in front of cameras and running shows. We bring a few interesting facts and achievements from his life:
- Theater director: In addition to acting, Mešin is also successful in directing. He has directed several plays in his home comedy, including Hit-Music “Monty Python’s Spamalot”, for which he received Croatian Theater Award in 2014 for the best direction of the musical. With this, he confirmed that he does just as well behind the stage as a director.
- Cartoon Synchronization: You may have heard his voice in cartoons – Igor Mešin lends his voice to numerous animated heroes. For example, in Croatian dubbing cartoon series “Scooby Doo” He embodied the character of a silly puppy scrappy-doo, and participated in the synchronizations of animated films such as “Iron Man” and “Asterix in America”. This lesser-known dimension of his career shows the breadth of talent at his disposal.
- Singing talent: Mešin also proved that He has a talent for singing. He participated in HRT’s show in 2008 “Stars sing”, where he tested his strength in singing performances in a pair with singer Jelena Radan. Although singing is not his primary profession, he won the sympathy of the audience with his performances and showed that neither the microphone nor the stage are strange to him.
- Awards and recognitions: During his career, he received several professional recognitions. In addition to the aforementioned award for directing, he is also a proud winner of numerous praises for his acting work. Criticism praised him for his roles in theater and television, and in 2014 he received Croatian Theater Award as a director, which is one of the highest honors in the local theater. His work on television has also been highlighted several times – for example, the show ‘Your face sounds familiar’ won high viewership ratings in his tenure mandate, and he is often cited as a format success factor. “Supertalent” on Nova TV.
Conclusion
Igor Mešin With his dedicated work and various talents, he achieved an exceptional career in the Croatian entertainment industry. from a guy with a big dream who had to knock on the door of the academy three times, has grown into Renowned actor, successful theater director and television presenter who is loved by audiences of all generations. His life story is an example of how persistence and versatility can reach peaks in several different fields. Today, he is rightly called one of the most popular and versatile people from the domestic scene.
Igor Mešin continues to actively create – either on theater boards, in front of the cameras or in the role of a presenter – while maintaining his recognizable charm and professionalism. His contribution to Croatian culture and television is already significant, and we are eagerly awaiting new projects and roles in which we will watch him. If you were inspired by his story, continue to follow his performances and share your favorite memories of Igor’s roles – because there is no doubt that this one will make our favorite presenter and actor to entertain with his talent and energy for a long time.
