Teuta Krasniqi Biography: Movies, Husband, Tv Shows, Age, Instagram, Net Worth, Ethnicity

Teuta Krasniqi is a Kosovo-Albanian actress, television presenter, and producer known for her acclaimed portrayal of Saranda in the hit sitcom Kafeneja Jonë.

Over two decades, she has become one of Kosovo’s most respected actresses, balancing performances in film, television, and theatre.

Profile

• Full name: Teuta Krasniqi
• Date of birth: July 27, 1982
• Age: 43 years old
• Gender: Female
• Place of birth: Gjakovë (Gjakova), Kosovo (then SFR Yugoslavia)
• Nationality: Kosovan Albanian
• Profession: Actress, TV Presenter, Producer
• Height: 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in)
• Weight: 58 kg (128 lbs)
• Eye color: Brown
• Hair color: Light Brown / Blonde
• Parents: Father – Fadil Krasniqi, Mother – Shpresa Krasniqi
• Siblings: One brother
• Spouse: Formerly married to Alban Skenderaj (Albanian singer-songwriter; divorced 2014)
• Children: One daughter, Kaia Skenderaj (born 2012)
• Relationship status: Divorced
• Religion: Islam
• Ethnicity: Albanian
• Net worth: $1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Teuta Krasniqi, now at the age of 43, was born on July 27, 1982, in Gjakova, Kosovo, and raised in Mitrovica, where she completed her early education. Her parents are Fadil Krasniqi and Shpresa Krasniqi.

She later moved to Pristina to attend the University of Pristina – Faculty of Arts, specializing in Acting and Production.

Her early years were influenced by the cultural and political shifts in the Balkans during the 1990s.

Personal Life

Teuta Krasniqi was previously married to renowned Albanian musician Alban Skenderaj. The couple married in 2009 and welcomed their daughter Kaia in 2012 before amicably divorcing in 2014.

Following her divorce, Teuta focused on raising her daughter and expanding her artistic career. She has remained single since, emphasizing independence and creative freedom.

Career

Teuta Krasniqi’s professional journey began in the early 2000s with roles in Kosovo National Theatre productions and various television dramas.

Her breakout role as Saranda in Kafeneja Jonë (2004–2009) made her a household name across Kosovo and Albanian-speaking audiences worldwide.

Her nuanced performances have since spanned genres, from comedy to drama and art-house cinema. Teuta has appeared in films including:

• Distant Angels (2017)
• A Pristina Story (2018)
• Bear Hug (2025) – a Kosovo-Albania co-production in which she also served as associate producer.

In addition to acting, she has worked as a TV presenter for several Kosovan entertainment programs and has produced short films and television projects promoting local talent.

Teuta has also been an advocate for women in film and the growth of Kosovo’s cultural industry, frequently participating in festivals such as PriFest (Prishtina International Film Festival) and Dokufest.

Awards

• Best Actress Award, Prishtina International Film Festival (2018) – for A Pristina Story
• Cultural Achievement Recognition, Ministry of Culture of Kosovo (2022)
• Viewers’ Choice Actress of the Year, Klan Kosova Entertainment Awards (2019)

Net Worth

Teuta Krasniqi’s estimated net worth is $1.5 million USD. Accrued from film and television acting, theatre productions, TV hosting and brand sponsorships etc.

Social Media

• Instagram: @teutakrasniqi

Filmography

• Kafeneja Jonë (2004–2009)
• Distant Angels (2017)
• A Pristina Story (2018)
• Bear Hug (2025)
• The Night of Tribades (2019)