Lupu Mikaela

About

Mikaela Lupu, born on September 16, 1995, in the Republic of Moldova, moved to Portugal at the age of five with her parents, construction workers who were invited to operate tower cranes. She made her acting debut at 16, becoming known for her role as Teresa Soares in the youth series "Morangos com Açúcar" (TVI, 2011-2012), which marked her launch into the Portuguese film and television industry. Her career includes leading roles in productions such as "A Impostora" (TVI, 2016-2017, as Sofia Fontes), "Vidago Palace" (2017, as Carlota), "Nazaré" (SIC, 2020-2021, as Vânia Costa), and the film "Leviano" (2018, as Júlia Paixão), establishing her as one of the most promising actresses of her generation in Portugal. She has collaborated with TVI, RTP1, SIC, and platforms like OPTO, participating in over 20 projects, including period series co-produced with Spain, short films, and theater. Notable achievements include award nominations and diverse roles, from teenagers with psychological issues to dramatic characters exploring themes such as emigration and jealousy, demonstrating versatility in Portuguese national fiction. She also appeared in "Ao Largo" (RTP1, 2023) and "A Consoada" (TVI, 2021), contributing to the diversification of the Lusitan audiovisual landscape with a focus on contemporary stories. Mikaela Lupu's personal life reflects her Moldovan roots and adaptation to her new homeland, where she feels "at home." She had a public relationship with Portuguese actor Nuno Lopes between 2017 and