Biography
Who is Bojana Novaković?
Early life and education
Bojana Novaković was born in Belgrade, which was then the capital of SFR Yugoslavia, on July 12, 1981. Her parents, Biljana and Radovan Novaković, worked as computer programmers. When she was seven years old, her family moved to Australia. They eventually settled in Sydney, New South Wales, where she grew up.
In her new home, Bojana attended The McDonald College and was the dux of her class in 1998. Later, she continued her training at the National Institute of Dramatic Art. She graduated from this institution in 2002, preparing for her future in the arts.
Acting career highlights
Bojana Novaković established her career with a variety of roles in film and television. In 2003, she starred in the mini-series Marking Time, where she played the role of Randa. This performance earned her an AFI Award for Best Actress in a Leading Role in a Television Drama or Comedy. Her television credits also include the shows Satisfaction, Rake, Shameless, Instinct, and Love Me.
On the big screen, she appeared in many well-known projects. Her filmography includes Blackrock, The Monkey's Mask, Drag Me to Hell, Edge of Darkness, Devil, and The Little Death. She also took on roles in the films I, Tonya and Birds of Prey. These projects show her versatility across different genres, from horror to drama and crime procedurals.
Theatre and independent work
Beyond screen acting, Bojana has an extensive background in theatre. She performed with the Sydney Theatre Company and the Melbourne Theatre Company. Some of her stage credits include These People, Away, Strange Fruit, and The Female of the Species. She also appeared in Romeo and Juliet with the Bell Shakespeare company.
For several years, she managed an independent theatre company called Ride On Theatre alongside co-director Tanya Goldberg. Through this group, she produced and performed in various shows, including a 2004 season of Loveplay. In 2008, she translated, adapted, and directed a production titled Fake Porno in Melbourne, which later toured to Brisbane.
Filmmaking and recent projects
In recent years, Bojana Novaković expanded her creative output into filmmaking. She worked as a screenwriter, director, cinematographer, and co-producer on a feature documentary titled The Forbidden Aunt. The film explores themes of abuse, addiction, and generational trauma affecting women in her home country of Serbia. It focuses on the story of her aunt, Gordana.
Supported by the Adelaide Film Festival Investment Fund, the documentary was produced through Sense Productions. It is scheduled to have its world premiere at the Adelaide Film Festival on October 16, 2026. This project marks a significant new chapter in her career behind the camera.
Birthday and age
Bojana Novaković was born on July 12, 1981, which makes Bojana 45 years old today. That birthday falls under the Cancer sign. Bojana shares the date with 37 other famous people.
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