date of birth: 11.7.1983

height: 172 cm

eyes: green

hair: light brown

languages: czech, english, german, russian

special skills: skiing, ice skating, football, hokey, basic of magic and micro magic

awards:

2014 theatre Award Thalie, best male actor

2011 theatre award of Alfred Radok, talent of the year

Michal Isteník is a versatile Czech actor renowned for his compelling performances across theatre, television, and film. Born on July 11, 1983, in Rakovník, Czechoslovakia (now the Czech Republic), he graduated from the Janáček Academy of Music and Performing Arts in Brno in 2008. During his studies, he actively participated in various theatre productions and is a founding member of the Theatre BURANTEATR. ​

Isteník gained widespread recognition for his role as Eda in the acclaimed Czech TV series MOST! (2019), where he portrayed a pub owner navigating personal and societal challenges. His television repertoire includes notable performances in series such as Guru (2022), where he played nadpraporčík Mgr. Doležal, and Kukačky (2021), showcasing his range in both dramatic and comedic roles. ​

In cinema, Isteník delivered a standout performance as Standa in Somewhere Over the Chemtrails (2022), a satirical drama that premiered at the Berlinale. His film credits also include roles in Grap3s (2020) and Havel (2020), further establishing his presence in Czech cinema. ​

His theatre work has been equally distinguished. In 2014, he received the prestigious Thalia Award for Best Male Actor for his portrayal of Čičikov in Gogol’s Dead Souls at the Brno City Theater. Earlier, in 2011, he was honored with the Alfred Radok Award as Talent of the Year. ​

Fluent in Czech, English, German, and Russian, Isteník continues to captivate audiences with his dynamic performances across various mediums.​