Nato Murvanidze Biography: TV Shows & Movies, Net Worth, Height, Age, Awards, Spouse

Nato Murvanidze is a multifaceted Georgian actress celebrated for her compelling presence across both theater and film.

Raised in an artistically inclined family, she first made her mark on Tbilisi’s vibrant theater stage before transitioning to cinema, where her emotionally nuanced performances earned wide recognition.

Her acclaimed lead role in Scary Mother garnered international attention and the Asia Pacific Screen Award for Best Performance by an Actress, solidifying her status as one of Georgia’s most distinguished figures in contemporary drama.

Profile

• Full Name: Nato Murvanidze
• Stage Name: Nato Murvanidze
• Born: 18, February 1970
• Age: 55 years old
• Birthplace: Tbilisi, Georgian SSR, Soviet Union
• Nationality: Georgian
• Occupation: Actress
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Muraz Murvanidze and Maka Makharadze
• Siblings: Anuka Murvanidze
• Spouse: Niko Tavadze
• Children: Datha Tavadze, Manu Tavadze
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Nato Murvanidze was born on February 18, 1970, in Tbilisi, Georgian SSR, into a prominent artistic family. Her father, Muraz  Murvanidze, was a renowned painter and scenographer, while her mother, Maka Makharadze, worked as a ballerina, choreographer, and actress. She has one sister, Anuka Murvanidze, a makeup artist specializing in theater and film.

Murvanidze graduated from the Shota Rustaveli Theatre and Film University in 1991 with a degree in acting for drama theater and cinema. She is of Georgian ethnicity, and details about her religion remain private.

Career

Nato Murvanidze launched her career straight out of university, debuting in Nana Janelidze’s film Iavnana (Lullaby) in 1994, where her nuanced portrayal earned early praise and the Iakob Gogebashvili Prize.

She quickly joined the Kote Marjanishvili State Drama Theatre in 1993, becoming a staple in productions directed by legends like Robert Sturua and Temur Chkheidze.

Her stage work included standout roles in classics such as Antigone, Three Sisters, and Salome, securing theater society awards for best female performance along the way.

The late 2000s marked her growing film presence with roles in Tbilisuri Love Story (2009) and collaborations with directors like Zaza Urushadze. International breakthroughs came later, including appearances in Dutch-Georgian projects, but her defining moment arrived in 2017 with Ana Urushadze’s Scary Mother. Playing Manana, a repressed writer unraveling her family’s expectations, Murvanidze delivered a tour-de-force performance that swept festivals, winning the Heart of Sarajevo and the Asia Pacific Screen Award for Best Actress.

Nato Murvanidze balances ongoing theater commitments at Marjanishvili with selective film roles that highlight her depth in psychological dramas.

She has contributed to shorts like Black Sea (2021) and maintains influence through family ties in the industry—her husband and children also work in acting and direction.

Her body of work, blending Georgian tradition with modern introspection, continues to inspire emerging artists and earn spots in international festivals.

Social Media

• Nato Murvanidze does not have a verified social media account.

Personal Life

Nato Murvanidze is married to Niko Tavadze, an accomplished actor, director, and artistic leader at the Royal District Theatre.

Their connection began during university entrance exams in the late 1980s, where an impromptu etude performance revealed a creative chemistry that blossomed into a lifelong partnership rooted in trust and artistic passion.

The couple shares two children, son Datha and daughter Manu, both of whom have embraced careers in the creative arts.

Murvanidze remains devoted to keeping her family life grounded and private, often attributing her strength and artistic perseverance to the legacy of her parents.

Filmography

• Iavnana (Lullaby) (1994)
• Tbilisuri Love Story (2009)
• The Confession (2017)
• Scary Mother (2017)
• Black Sea (2021)

Net Worth

Nato Murvanidze has an estimated net worth of $1 million. Her earnings come mainly from decades of theater salaries at Marjanishvili Theatre, film roles in Georgian and international productions, festival award prizes, and occasional directing or teaching gigs in the arts community.