Xhuliano Ujka

Born Xhuliano Ujka in Shengjin, Albania, to Liza Ujka, a doctor, and Gjovalin Ujka, a professor of mathematics and physics. His love for performing began at a young age and when he turned 13 he launched his career as an international photo model and professional dancer. When he was 17, he wrote, directed and starred in his first autobiographical film (Vrasesi I heshtur: Silent Killer, 2010), receiving an honorary award in Albania. That same year, Xhuliano left for Italy on his own to study medicine at the Universita Degli Studi di Verona. After winning a talent-based scholarship, he put his studies on hold to pursue his acting career in Hollywood.