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Nadya TereshkevichFrench actress of Polish descent
Date of Birth: 24.05.1996
Country:  France |
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Early Life and Dance Training
French actress of Polish descent, Nadia Tereszkiewicz, spent the first half of her life immersed in dance before transitioning to cinema. Born on May 24, 1996, in Versailles, she grew up with a younger sister named Luna. Her parents, Minna and Remi, hailed from Finland and Poland, respectively. Nadia's name was inspired by the titular character played by Nadya Mikhalkova in Nikita Mikhalkov's Oscar-winning drama "Burnt by the Sun."
As a highly energetic child, Tereszkiewicz began channeling her energy into classical and contemporary dance at the tender age of four. This pursuit cultivated her sensitivity and led her to study at the École Supérieure de Danse de Cannes and the National Ballet School of Canada in Toronto.
Transition to Acting
However, by the age of 18, Tereszkiewicz realized her desire to express herself not only through movement but also through words. An avid reader, she enrolled in a literature program at the Lycée Molière, which included attending theater performances—a world previously unfamiliar to her. To cover her rent, she ventured into the world of music videos and short films, portraying dance sequences that ignited an adrenaline rush. Eventually, she formalized her acting training at Cours Florent.
Film Career
Tereszkiewicz's feature film debut came in "The Dancer," a biopic about American dancer Loie Fuller (Stéphanie Sokolinski), whose life is transformed by her encounter with Isadora Duncan (Lily-Rose Depp). The film premiered at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival and garnered six César Award nominations. This experience solidified Tereszkiewicz's decision to pursue acting full-time, leading her to audition for roles that extended beyond choreography.
Her first leading role was in the 2018 drama "Savage," which explored the complex relationship between Nora (Tereszkiewicz) and Lea (Katharina Vajenstejn). Critical acclaim arrived with the 2019 thriller "Beast," in which she portrayed a waitress accused of murder amidst the disappearance of a wealthy Parisian woman in the Alps. Tereszkiewicz's performance in the film won her the Tokyo International Film Festival Best Actress Award and earned her a recognition as a Révélation of the César Awards. Director Dominik Moll praised her talent and their on-set connection.
The producers of "Beast" cast Tereszkiewicz in the lead role of the miniseries "Possessions," which follows a French woman accused of murdering her husband on their wedding day. According to the actress, it was the first time a director had entrusted her with a character so fragile yet possessing such courage and determination.
A turning point in Tereszkiewicz's career arrived in 2022 with the release of "Forever Young," a drama set in a theater school led by a renowned director. As the most promising actress, Nadia received the César Award for Best Actress. However, her triumph was overshadowed by a scandal involving her co-star Sofiane Bennacer, who was accused of rape, leading to the film's limited release.
Personal Life
Nadia Tereszkiewicz shares glimpses of her creative and personal life on her Instagram page. She posts snapshots from red carpets and social events, behind-the-scenes shots from her film projects, and photos with friends and notable colleagues, such as Marion Cotillard.
A teetotaler and non-smoker, Tereszkiewicz prefers order over chaos but delights in dancing the night away in clubs. She dreams of owning a cottage in Finland, where she could spend summers with her future husband.
Recent Projects
In 2023, Tereszkiewicz starred in François Ozon's mystery thriller "My Crime." She portrayed Madeleine, an aspiring actress suspected of murdering producer Monferran (Jean-Christophe Bouvet). However, her lawyer friend Pauline (Rebecca Marder) turns the case into a symbol of women's oppression by men. Soon, renowned actress Odette (Isabelle Huppert) enters the fray, blackmailing the friends and taking credit for the producer's high-profile death.
Based on the play by Georges Berr and Louis Verneuil, the film was discovered by Ozon during lockdown. After screening auditions from 200 actresses, he cast Nadia and Rebecca, sensing their chemistry and recognizing that they both had the "silhouette of women over 30." Ozon encouraged Tereszkiewicz to watch 1930s comedies to capture the spirit of the era and gain insight into what it meant to be a rising star in a time when women did not have the right to vote. The two leading actresses became inseparable after the shoot and now share an agent.
Additionally, Tereszkiewicz returned to Cannes with the biopic "Rosa Lie," about the renowned bearded French artist Clémentine Delait. The film was directed by Stéphanie Di Giusto, who previously directed "The Dancer" and cast Nadia as the protagonist of her next project.
