Veronika Žilková, a celebrated Czech thespian, made her entry into the world on October 16th, 1961, in the Czech Republic, a nation renowned for its rich cultural heritage and storied history. Throughout her illustrious acting career, Žilková has had the privilege of taking on a diverse array of roles, each one showcasing her remarkable talent and versatility as a performer. Among her most memorable and iconic performances is that of Božena Horáková in the 2000 Czech film, Little Otik, also known as Otesánek, a cinematic masterpiece that has garnered widespread critical acclaim and cemented Žilková's status as a leading figure in the world of Czech cinema.
Žilková's extraordinary aptitude for acting was formally acknowledged in the year 1997, when she was bestowed the esteemed Czech Lion Award, a prestigious honor that recognized her exceptional talent as the best supporting actress, specifically for her remarkable performance in the captivating film "Zapomenuté světlo", also known as "Forgotten Light".