Irina Maria Bravo Padrós, also known as Irina Bravo, is a talented Catalan-Chilean actress with a wide range of acting experience. She has worked with renowned Spanish directors such as Fernando G. Molina and Albert Pintó, taking on roles that showcase her versatility and depth as an actress.
Born and raised in a family with a strong artistic background, Irina began her journey in the performing arts at a young age. She started dancing and was involved in various artistic activities such as singing, gymnastics, painting, and writing. Her passion for acting led her to pursue a professional career, which motivated her to learn English and accelerate her education. She completed her baccalaureate in the UK in a single year and then enrolled in the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in New York, where she spent over three years honing her craft.
Irina's breakthrough role came when she starred as the title character in the gripping horror short film "Lucy's Tale" (2019),which premiered at the Fantasia International Film Festival and later screened at several other festivals. The film's success led to its release online, where it has been viewed over 6.1 million times.
After gaining experience in Spanish film and television productions, Irina landed her TV breakthrough role as Malena Baldó in the mystery-adventure series "Paraíso" (2021-22). She then joined the reboot of the beloved Spanish sci-fi series "Los Protegidos" (2010-12),"Los Protegidos: ADN" (2022-23),playing the role of Cala, a human/plant hybrid with the ability to control plant life.
Currently residing in Madrid, Spain, Irina is set to appear in the Spanish period drama "Ena", a TV adaptation of Pilar Eyre's novel. The series, directed by Anaïs Pareto and show-run by Javier Olivares, is scheduled to premiere on TVE (National Spanish Television) in 2024.
