Early life and education
Vesna Trivalić was born 13. March 1965. in Belgrade, at the time in Serbia, SFR Yugoslavia. She grew up with her older brother and met early on with different forms of art: she listened to classical and jazz music, learned to play the guitar and attended concerts with her brother in Belgrade’s Kolarč endowment. She was engaged in painting with friends from the Academy of Fine Arts, and she also trained in volleyball and ran. After graduating from high school, she earned technician for microbiological chemistry And she was thinking about studying chemistry, but she wanted to buy time to go out, so she started an acting course at Aleksandar Saša Volić. Professor Volić recognized her talent and after talking with her parents, he advised her to continue acting. Trivalić changed her mind because of this and enrolled in 1984. Faculty of Dramatic Arts in Belgrade. She studied in a professor’s class Dr Vladimir jevtović together with students like Dragan Bjelogrlić, Milorad Mandić Manda, Srđan Todorović and Dragan Petrović Pelt. Because of the exceptional talent of all participants, their generation was called “Twelve Magnificent”, since they later became successful and famous actors. The popular nickname “Turbo class” was also confirmed by Professor Jevtović, pointing out that the entire class has achieved great careers.
the beginning of a career
Vesna Trivalić achieved her first film and television roles in the mid-1980s. Among the early titles are films “Spadier One Life”, “It happened on this day” and “Already seen”, after which in 1987 she played Buce in Drama “Octobarfest” director Dragan Kresoja. The film showed the life of a young man who fantasizes about going to the Munich Oktoberfest, and the cast included Svetislav Goncić, Zoran Cvijanović and Žarko Laušević, while the Trivalić portrayed the character of Buca. For this role, she won Golden Arena For the best supporting actress at the festival in Pula, which confirmed her talent at the beginning of her career.
During the early 1990s, Trivalić appeared in popular films “We are not angels” and “Tito i ja”, and viewers noticed her in the series as well “Better life” in which she played Ljiljana Popović (information about secondary roles originates from later biographies). However, the most popular was her television comedy “Open Door” (RTS, 1994–1995). In the series, she interpreted Katarina “Cakan” Anđelić, a postmodern sculptor who lives with her children, a brother and his daughter and tries to prevent the return of her ex-husband. The character of Cakane, her vivid monologues and irony have acquired a cult status, and replicas from the series are still quoted today. Trivalić 2013–2014. returned to the role below “Open doors”2”.
expanding career
After “Open Door”, the actress has played numerous film, television and theater roles:
- “Family Treasure” (1998–2002) – a humorous series in which she played the bisen “Bisu” Gavrilović. The series was extremely popular in Serbia, and its character as a comedy neighbor gained great popularity.
- “Life is a miracle” (2004).
- “Love, habit, panic” (2005–2006), “herd” (2016), “stamped in racketeering” (2018–2019), “Shadows over the Balkans” (2019–2020) and “Dug sea” (2019–2023) – series in which she performed as an episodic or lead actress, showing the range from comedy to drama.
- Theater – From the first performances in the play “Totovi” in the theater Atelje 212, she participated in numerous plays, including “Sort” from the Canaries”, “Mrs. Minister”, “Auditor” and “People’s Prophet”. For performance in comedy “Canarian soup” She received an award Golden turkey at the “Days of Comedy” festival in Jagodina (this information is stated by theater portals).
- voice and advertising roles – Trivalić is known for her ability to change her voice and has been shooting commercials for years; Her advertisement for Jat Airways, and the actress was the face of the Esensa product.
Prizes and awards
Vesna Trivalić received a number of awards during her career:
- Golden Arena for Best Supporting Actress – The Pula Film Festival awarded her the role of Buca in the film “Octobarfest”.
- Mija Aleksić – being an actor (2021) – At the “Days of Mia Aleksić” festival in Gornji Milanovac, she received an award for her overall contribution to acting; The previous laureates nominated her.
- Golden cloth – The “Mediterranean Film Festival” in Trebinje in 2022 awarded her an award for her exceptional contribution to Euro-Mediterranean film, together with Branimiron Popović.
- Theater awards – According to theater portals, she is the winner of “Zlatnog ćuran” for her role in comedy “Canarian soup”, and she shared the award “She and he” (1992) with Dragan Bjelogrlić for the partner game in the series “Better Life”.
In addition to these awards, the actress has been nominated for numerous television awards. On 30. Sarajevo Film Festival (2024) She was nominated for Heart of Sarajevo in the category Best actress in a drama series for a role in the series “skin”.
private life and life abroad
Trivalić rarely exposes his private life to the public and is known for not participating in television shows. According to his own statements, he avoids media attention because he is uncomfortable in front of the cameras when he is not acting.
husband and family
the actress 2001. years married to Nenad Pandurović. Unlike rumors of plastic surgery, their godfather, specialist in general surgery Dr. a lawyer who has been working in the aviation industry all his life. The couple has a son Nikola and They lived in Dubai for 17 years. Trivalić emphasized in the interview that she moved because of her husband’s job and that she wanted to be dedicated to her family. During her stay in the Emirates, she worked less and did not want to miss a single moment of her sons growing up. In the middle of 2024, the family returned to Serbia permanently so that Nikola could start his studies; The actress then stated that she still loves Serbia and sees every arrival as a vacation.
Recent projects and public life
After returning to Serbia, Trivalić again devoted herself to acting. In 2025, she played in a crime series “12 words” and described the role as psychologically demanding: due to legal topics, she consulted psychotherapist Maju Colić in order to understand the psychology of the characters; She pointed out that working with director Jelena and playwright Danijela Milovanović helped understand communication and subtle dialogues. In the interview, she emphasized that during her 38-year career, she usually presents the character in the first episode, but this time everything is hidden behind the official language of the series.
At the end of 2025, it was announced that Trivalić will perform in a romantic comedy “Wedding” director Igor Šeregi. The film follows two families from Zagreb and Belgrade whose children are planning a secret wedding, and the cast includes Dragan Bjelogrlić, Rene Bitorajac and Vesna Trivalić. The premiere is scheduled for January 2026.
The public and social networks
Trivalić does not have a prominent profile on social networks, and she usually does not keep official accounts alone. In the conversations, he points out that he does not like media performances and prefers to focus his energy on artistic work and family. Because of this, little is known about her private life, which further increases the interest of the audience. Cult roles such as Cakana, long-term absence from Serbia and rare interviews led to increased internet searches. Fans of the actress’ career often look for information about her age, her husband, son, the reasons for her stay in Dubai and her financial condition or height. Most of this data is not publicly available, which further reinforces curiosity.
FAQ
How old is Vesna Trivalić?
She was born on March 13 March 1965. in Belgrade, so she turned 60 Year 13 March 2025.
Who is the husband of Vesna Trivalić?
Her husband is Nenad Pandurović, a lawyer working in the aviation industry; He is not a plastic surgeon, as some media speculated.
Does Vesna Trivalić have children?
Yes, he has a son Nikola.
Why did the actress live in Dubai?
She lived in Dubai because her husband worked in the aviation industry; She wanted to be with him and her son. After 17 years, she returned to Serbia.
What is the most famous role of Vesna Trivalić?
The most famous role Katarina “Cakane” Anđelić in the cult series “Open Door”. Replicas from the series are still quoted today, and the character has become a symbol of wit and an emancipated woman.
Is she famous for anything other than acting?
In addition to acting roles, Trivalić is known for voice transformations and advertisements for jat airways. He also engages in humanitarian work and supports projects related to the dignity of the elderly.
What is the height of Vesna Trivalić or her wealth?
The height and financial situation of the actress has not been made public. Reliable sources do not provide such information, so they cannot be confirmed. Since Trivalić is not a person who shares private information, it is important to respect her privacy.
Conclusion
Vesna Trivalić is one of the most popular and talented actresses of the former Yugoslavia. From an early interest in music and painting, through the turbo class of the Faculty of Dramatic Arts to cult roles in films and series, she left a deep mark on regional culture. After a long stay abroad, she returned to the Serbian scene and continues to conquer the audience with her authentic interpretation and warmth. Considering her return, she also acts as new projects, theater and television fans can eagerly watch what they will prepare next.
Cover photo: Aleksandar Letić, CC BY-SA 3.0, Via Wikimedia Commons