She is perhaps best known for her standout performance in the 2011 film Burning Man, which earned her a prestigious Film Critics Circle of Australia Award. Additionally, she gained recognition for her role as Randa in the acclaimed Australian miniseries Marking Time, a performance that won her an Australian Film Institute Award. Beyond these achievements, she has also appeared in international and local productions, including the American series Shameless and the popular Australian show Rake.
Before rising to prominence in the entertainment industry, she attended the renowned McDonald College in Sydney, Australia. She later pursued higher education, earning a bachelor’s degree in drama from the National Institute of Dramatic Art, commonly known as NIDA. Early in her career, she made appearances in several well-known Australian television series, such as Heartbreak High, Big Sky, and All Saints, laying the foundation for her future success.
Her story begins in Belgrade, Serbia, where she was born into a family with deep roots in the region. However, much of her upbringing took place in Australia, where she developed her craft and eventually launched her acting career. Interestingly, she is not the only talented performer in her family—her sister, Valentina, also carved out a notable acting career, particularly recognized for her portrayal of Natasha Williams on the long-running soap opera Neighbours.
She was not only a talented screen actress but also a dedicated stage performer, actively showcasing her skills in productions with both the Sydney and Melbourne Theatre Companies. Along the way, she took bold steps to shape her artistic vision by founding a dynamic performance troupe known as Ride On Theatre. Her passion for storytelling truly came alive through these ventures, where she brought people together and created memorable experiences. She believed in the power of live performance, and that belief fueled her work with Ride On Theatre, helping it grow into a respected name in the industry. Throughout her career, she remained committed to pushing creative boundaries, whether on stage or in front of the camera.