Global Talent Directory

Comedians from Bulgaria

The comedian directory of Bulgaria — profiles, bios, photos, and social links for comedians from Bulgaria.

31 comedians

Dimitar Donski

Dimitar Donsky is a popular Bulgarian stand-up comedian, screenwriter and internet creator known for his direct, self-deprecating and often provocative humor. After studying at Southern Illinois University in the USA for many years, he took his first steps on the stand-up stage there. Upon returning to Bulgaria, Donsky quickly established himself as a recognizable name in contemporary Bulgarian comedy scene. He creates authorial one-man shows and regularly participates in joint comedic evenings with other popular comedians. His distinctive style, which humorously describes as "Sensitive Villager," has brought him great popularity and numerous followers online. Among his most popular projects is the solo show “Daring & Shame” ( "Дързост и срамота" ), with which he tours the country presenting his characteristic view of everyday life, society and human absurdities. In 2026, Donsky attracted additional attention through his participation in the television program „Cherry on Top“ ( „Черешката на тортата” ) on NOVA.

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Dimitar Ivanov – The Captain

Dimitar Ivanov – Kapitanа is a Bulgarian ventriloquist, stand-up comedian, actor and playwright. He was born on June 22, 1985 in Dimitrovgrad. In 2008 he graduated from NATFIZ "Kraste Sarafov" with a degree in “Puppet Theatre Acting”. In 2011 he won the award for main male role at the International Puppet Theater Festival „Pierrot“ for his authorial performance „Tales From The Barrel“, and since 2012 has been part of the troupe of Sofia National Puppet Theatre. In 2019, he participated in the casting for "Slavi's Show" with a sketch featuring the puppet Bay Tanio, which marked the beginning of his professional development as a ventriloquist. After specialized training abroad, Kapitanа and Bay Tanyo began touring with their first joint stand-up show „It Was 100% Me“, visited by 20 Bulgarian cities. In 2020 he presented his second show "Model Home", which went on national tour in 24 cities and introduced the new character Isteria Petrova. Kapitanа has established himself as a popular name in Bulgarian stand-up comedy, with much of his popularity also coming from social networks. In 2021 he participated in the first National Stand-Up Comedy Awards "Golden Microphone", where he won the audience award and received recognition in the other two categories – guild’s and jury's.

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Dimitar Tudzharov – Shkumbata

Dimitar Tudzharov – Shkumbata is one of the most recognizable Bulgarian comedians and joke tellers. He was born in 1954 in Petrich, and curiously, his professional path began far from the stage – he graduated in automation and telemechanics, and years later also earned a master's degree in rhetoric. Shkumbata gained widespread popularity already during socialism with his jokes and satirical stories, through which he commented with a wink on politics, power, and the absurdities of everyday life. After the changes, he continued to be one of the popular names of Bulgarian humor. He is the author of numerous humorous programs, one-man shows, books, and audio editions, among them "Laughter Until Tears," "It's Hard, But There's No Way Around It!" and "Life Demands Sacrifices, But It Won't Be Us." He has his own radio and television segments and performs comedy shows for Bulgarian audiences in various countries around the world. With his distinctive way of storytelling, improvisation, and ability to find the funny in politics and everyday life, Shkumbata has become one of the emblematic names of Bulgarian jokes and stage humor.

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Georgi Kyuchukov

Georgi Kyuchukov is a Bulgarian stand-up comedian known for his original comedy shows and distinctive storytelling style. He was born in 1985 in Yambol, but later moved to Sofia where he studied tourism and worked in the trade sector. He started doing stand-up comedy in 2016 when he participated in an amateur tournament and won first place despite having never performed on stage before that point. Following his success, he joined Inside Joke Stand Up Comedy and gradually became one of the recognizable names in Bulgarian stand-up scene. Kyuchukov develops his own "Kyuchekov Komedi Show," with which he performs at clubs and cultural spaces throughout the country. Among his original shows are “Sam muzh po praznikite” (Single Man During Holidays) and “Ne, mersi!” (No Thanks!), and his comedy often draws on personal stories, everyday situations, and observations about Bulgarian life. In 2021 he won the grand prize "Golden Microphone" for best stand-up comedian at the first national awards for stand-up comedy in Bulgaria. Besides performing, Kyuchukov actively contributes to the development of the stand-up scene in Bulgaria and participates in charity initiatives. In 2022 he was an honorary member of the jury of the second edition of "Golden Mic Awards," after winning the grand prize the previous year. In recent years, he has continued presenting original comedy shows in various cities across the country including joint performances with other popular Bulgarian comedians.

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Hristo Garbov

Hristo Gurbov is a Bulgarian theatre and film actor, known for his numerous comedic roles in the theater, cinema, and television. He was born on September 23, 1957, in Varna. After briefly studying at the Higher Electromechanical Institute of Technology in Varna, he graduated with honors in acting for dramatic theatre from NATFA "Kristyo Sarafov" in 1983. He worked in theatres in Haskovo and Lovech, and since 1987 has been part of the troupe of the Satirical Theatre “Aleko Konstantinov” in Sofia. Gurbov has many memorable theatre roles including Truffaldino in "The Servant of Two Masters," Cyrano in "Cyrano de Bergerac", Pierre Mignardet in "Dinner for Fools" and Ivan Antonov in "Roman Bath." For his performances in the play “Once Again Backwards” by Michael Frayn, he received an Askeer Award in 1998. He has also appeared in popular Bulgarian films such as "Arrhythmia," "Rhapsody in White", "The Blueberry Hill" and "Journey to Jerusalem". Gurbov gained widespread popularity with his television appearances too. He was part of the cult show “Ulichata” by Teddy Moskov, participated in “Velika Bulgaria” (Great Bulgaria) and “Komitsite,” and over the years has appeared in various TV shows and films. In 1991 he received a Sofia Award for the film "Silence." In 2024, he participates in the eleventh season of "Like Two Drops of Water," where he showcases his comedic talent to a new television audience.

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Ivan Dinev - The Mouth

Ivan Dinev , better known for his stage name Mouth , is a Bulgarian rapper, musician, artist and TV player known for its distinctive humor, stage presence and provocative style. Born in 1977 in the village of Troyanovo, Stara Zagora, he is also a champion of Bulgaria's break dance in 1992. The mouth began his music career as co-founder of the rap group Wide popularity brings him both his own songs and a number of hit duets with performers such as Rushi Vidinliev, Romanian and Enchev and Sophi Marinova. Over the years, it has been characterized by a satirical approach, a comedy image and a tendency towards unusual stage appearances. Fine. With music, Mouth develops an actor's career as participates in television productions and various entertainment formats. The combination of music, humor and eccentric stage behavior turns him into one of the recognizable faces of Bulgarian popular culture.

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Kamen Vodenicharov

Kamen Vodenicharov is a Bulgarian actor, singer, television host, director, screenwriter, comedian and producer. He was born on May 13, 1966. He graduated in puppetry acting from NATFA (National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts) in 1990 and participated in the student movement at the end of the 80s. In the early 90s he was among the creators of Student Program "Ku-ku", and in 1995, together with Toncho Tokmachiev and Slavi Trifonov, created “Kaneto”. Over the years Vodenicharov has had a diverse television career. Between 1998 and 2010 he headed the music channel MM, hosted the first season of "Survivor BG" and the show "Sunday with..." on BNT (Bulgarian National Television). From 2007 to 2018 he was screenwriter and director of “Showoto na Kanalata” ("The Show of Kaneto"), and later presented the program “Vecheta na Ku-Ku bend”. From September 2024 until June 2026, he is hosting the quiz show "Last One Wins" on BNT 1. As an actor Vodenicharov participates in film, television and dubbing. Among his roles as a voice actor are Stuart Little in “Stuart Little” and “Stuart Little 2”, Lem in “Planet 51,” and Alfred Pennyworth in "The Lego Batman Movie." In 2018 he was screenwriter and director of “105 Minuti Sofia," and in 2023, starred in the film "Price of Power". He is also an author of musical projects and has a long-standing presence in Bulgarian television and entertainment industry.

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Krustyu Lafazanov

Krusty Lafazanov is a Bulgarian theatre and film actor, known for his appearances in "The Street", “Saturday Late Afternoon”, “Laughter in the Hall” and “Komitets”. He was born on July 18, 1961 in Varna. In 1985 he graduated with a degree in puppetry acting from NATFA Krastyo Sarafov under Elena Vladova. He began his professional career in theatre and between 1991–1992 played at Teddy Moskov’s “La Strada” Theatre, where he partnered with Maya Novoselska. Since 1993 he has been part of the troupe of The National Theater "Ivan Vazov". Lafazanov is also known as a dubbing actor. He voices Shrek in the Bulgarian versions of "Shrek", “Shrek 2”, “Shrek Third” and “Shrek’s Swamp Christmas”. He holds awards, including an Askeer for emerging star in 1991.

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Lyubomir Neykov

Lyubomir Neykov is a Bulgarian actor, comedian and television producer. He was born on February 7, 1972 in Cherven Bryag. He graduated from NATFIZ (National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts) in 1998 with a degree in puppetry acting. He's known for his appearances in "Hushovi," “The Slavi Show,” and "Komikite" ("Comedians"), where he became one of the popular faces of Bulgarian television comedy. In 2006, together with Evtim Miloshev, he founded the production company "Dream Team Productions." The company is behind successful productions such as “The Comedians” and “Stolicheni v poveche.” Neykov has numerous theatrical and television roles and is known for his comedic portrayals of famous personalities.

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Ruslan Maynov

Ruslan Maynov is a Bulgarian actor, comedian and singer of Bessarabian-Bulgarian origin. He was born on November 15, 1976 in Izmail, present-day Ukraine. He has lived in Bulgaria since 1994, and graduated from NATFIZ (National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts) with a degree in Acting in 1998. He is popular due to his appearances in "Hushovi", “The Slavi Show”, "Gospodari na efira" ("Masters of the Airwaves") and "Komitsite". He has numerous theatrical roles and has released five musical albums. He also participates in television formats such as "Masked Singer" and "Like Two Drops of Water," as well as in the Bulgarian dubbing of the animated film “Horton”.

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Toncho Tokmakchiev

Toncho Tokmachiev is a Bulgarian actor, comedian and television host. He was born on May 2nd, 1963 in Burgas. He's the son of artist Nenko Tokmatchiev. Graduated acting at NATFA "Kristyo Sarafov" in the class of Nikolina Georgieva. Became popular with his appearances in “Ku-ku”, “Kaneto,” “The Street” and “Showtime.” Has numerous theatrical and television roles, and since 2024 he has been hosting "Evening Show" on BNT 1. In 2023, he played the main role of Prime Minister Stefanov in the film "The Price of Power." Tokmatchiev is also known as a long-time supporter of CSKA (a Bulgarian football club).

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Zdrava Kamenova

Zdrava Kamenova is a Bulgarian actress, playwright, writer and voice actress, known for her work in theater, television and dubbing. She was born on June 26, 1979 in Sofia and graduated from the National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts "Krastyo Sarafov" with a degree in "Acting for Puppet Theater" in 2002. She has a long career as a voice actress, with appearances in productions such as "The Simpsons", "Sorceresses", "Team Goofy", "Ed, Edd and Eddie", "Violetta" and "Star Wars: The Clone Wars". Between 2006 and 2014 he was also one of the dubbing directors at bTV. As a playwright, she began writing plays around 2001 and in 2007 she won first prize in the New Bulgarian Drama competition for "My Father". In 2012 she received "Icarus" for best dramaturgical text for "Praechidno", co-written with Gergana Dimitrova. Among her famous plays are "Cinderella Ltd", "Help, I have two children!", "Woman is a Strange Animal", "Welcome to Bulgaria" and "Home for Sheep and Dreams". Kamenova also works as a translator of dubbing films, and since 2022 she has her own column in the show "Na Kafe" on NOVA.

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