Yana Yuryevna Gladkikh, professionally known as Yana Gladkikh, is a Russian actress and film director recognized for her work in theater, television series, and cinema, as well as her transition into directing.
She gained notice through roles in projects such as Repetitsii (The Rehearsals, 2013), Moskovskie sumerki, Kulturnaya komediya (2024), and The Departed (2017–2018), while her directing credits include the short film The Babe! (2020), Anna Vice Versa (2018), and contributions to Yolki 10 (2023).
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Yana Yuryevna Gladkikh
- Stage Name: Yana Gladkikh
- Born: 28 February 1991
- Age: 35 years old
- Birthplace: Moscow, Russia
- Nationality: Russian
- Occupation: Actress and Film Director
- Height: 1.75 m
- Parents: Mr. Gladkikh and Mrs. Gladkikh
- Siblings: Unknown
- Spouse: Nikita Efremov (m. 2014–2015), Ivan Shirshov (m. 2018)
- Children: 2
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: $1.5 million
Early Life and Education
Yana Yuryevna Gladkikh was born on February 28, 1991, in Moscow, Russia.
She grew up with her parents, who both graduated from an institute of management; her father, a master of sports in boxing, later focused on agriculture in the Kostroma region, while her mother assisted with the family business and household. She has no publicly known siblings.
She developed an early interest in performing arts and joined the children’s theatre studio of Irina Feofanova.
She pursued professional training at the Moscow Art Theatre School-Studio (Shkola-Studiya MKhAT), graduating in 2011 from the course led by Dmitry Brusnikin and Viktor Ryzhakov. Her ethnicity is Russian, and her religion is unknown publicly.
Career
Yana Gladkikh started her professional path after graduating from MKhAT in 2011, joining the Moscow Art Theatre named after Chekhov, where she performed as a lead actress in numerous productions over the next 12 years.
She made her screen debut in the early 2010s with roles in films and series, including Moskovskie sumerki (2012) as Katya Tsirkun and Repetitsii (The Rehearsals, 2013) as Sasha, which helped her build visibility in Russian television and cinema.
Her theatre background provided a strong foundation in dramatic and character-driven work, allowing her to transition smoothly into on-screen opportunities while continuing stage commitments.
She achieved greater recognition through a variety of supporting and ensemble roles in popular projects like The Departed (2017–2018), Otlichnitsa (2017), Kak bolshie (2016), and others that showcased her range in comedy, drama, and romantic genres.
She began exploring directing around the late 2010s, creating shorts such as Anna Vice Versa (2018) and The Babe! (2020), and contributing to anthology segments in Yolki 10 (2023).
This period marked her growth from primarily an actress to a multifaceted creator, balancing performances with behind-the-camera work and gaining experience in production.
Yana Gladkikh sustains her presence in the industry through recent acting in series like Kulturnaya komediya (2024) and her directing efforts, including her thesis film Dog Sees God during her MFA studies at the American Film Institute Conservatory.
She has relocated to the United States, where she continues to develop sharp, emotional stories that blend humor and depth.
Her dual expertise in acting and directing, along with her extensive theatre tenure, positions her as a versatile talent influencing both Russian and international independent filmmaking.
Social Media
- Instagram Handle: @yanagladkih
- Facebook Handle: Unknown
- Twitter Handle: Unknown
Personal Life
Yana Gladkikh has experienced several chapters in her relationships.
She married actor Nikita Efremov in 2014, but the union ended in divorce by late 2015 after a brief and turbulent period.
She later married Ivan Shirshov in 2018, and they have two children together. She maintains a focus on her family while advancing her career, often relocating between Russia, New York, Boston, and Los Angeles for professional opportunities. She keeps much of her private life away from excessive media attention.
Filmography
- Moskovskie sumerki (2012)
- Repetitsii (The Rehearsals) (2013)
- Kak bolshie (2016)
- The Departed (2017–2018)
- Otlichnitsa (2017)
- Pishcheblok (2021)
- Kulturnaya komediya (2024)
Net Worth
Yana Gladkikh has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million. She builds her income through acting roles in Russian films and series, long-term theatre work at the Moscow Art Theatre, directing projects, and her ongoing pursuits in international filmmaking and education.