Julian Kostov
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Julian Kostov

Julian Kostov is a Bulgarian actor, filmmaker, and talent manager who has garnered recognition for his diverse roles in both film and television. Born on August 25, 1989, in Varna, Bulgaria, Kostov initially excelled in sports, becoming a national swimming champion. However, inspired by Heath Ledger's performance in The Dark Knight, he transitioned to acting, moving to the UK to pursue his passion.Kostov began his acting career in British and Bulgarian productions, with early appearances in series like 24: Live Another Day and films such as Ben-Hur and London Has Fallen. He gained wider attention for his recurring role as Fedyor Kaminsky in the Netflix fantasy series Shadow and Bone (2021). Other notable television credits include roles in A Discovery of Witches, Berlin Station, and Treadstone. In 2023, he gained significant recognition for his portrayal of the iconic villain Vladimir Makarov in the video game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III.More recently, Kostov appeared in the third season of the acclaimed HBO series The White Lotus (2025) and has a role in the upcoming action comedy film Fight or Flight (2025). Beyond acting, Kostov is also a producer and co-founded a talent management agency, JupiterLights Media, demonstrating his commitment to fostering talent, particularly from the Balkans, within the international entertainment industry.

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