Multi-talented artist Amina Zhaman is an international sensation. Her rise to fame is attributed to her own skills and abilities, wether it is directing films, playing life-changing roles, theatre plays, singing or composing music, Amina Zhaman can do it all. After New York City success, director Amina Zhaman returns to stage production in Russia. Her…
Model and Designer Danamarie Gangone talks with NY Elite about her work, her inspirations, passions and current projects. NY Elite: Tell us about your career as designer, make up artist and model. How did you get started? Danamarie Gangone: I started out designing clothes at a very young age. I would cut up old t-shirts…
Egzon Bislimi is a young actor from Macedonia. In the following interview for NY Elite he talks about his new project series “Golden Eagles” (Shqiponjat e Arta) starring Xhelal Fera, Ismail Kasumi, Laura Krliu, directed by the successful filmmaker Hadis Sen. The series is filmed in various locations including Gostivar, Skopie, Tirana, Kukes, Prishtina, Prizren, etc.…
Qëndresë Halili published her diary about her childhood and growing up as a child of war in Kosovo. In this new book “War Diary” she tells stories of a lost childhood. NY Elite: Tell us a little bit about you. Qëndresë Halili: I am Qëndresë. My name is a word that means resistance in Albanian—…
Industrial Chic Meets Modern Fashion Michael Moloi designs intriguing and complex jewelry for artists. Inspired by nature, dance, music and all art forms, successful designer Michael Moloi creates the finest in handcrafted custom made jewelry, accessories, sculptures and furniture.
Ketrin Leka Basile is a finalist for the CEW Beauty Insider Awards, the industry’s highest honor, announced in New York City. CEW Awards celebrates innovative new beauty products. Basile has been nominated for the Indie Fragrance Category. Ketrin Leka Basile has created fragrances that have defined leading brands. With over 13 years of experience she has created…
Born and raised in Nashville Tennessee, southern educate is embedded in the roots of Sam Brooks. Grew up with a tribe met through divine intervention and their intention was to live. Amid a city of musicians their mission was to create organized noise. Instruments no longer toys just boys that enjoyed making music. From late…
Ibër Deari lends his creative direction in many projects, and each year he is sure to bring films and documentaries that wow the audiences world-wide. Winner of Best Director and Best Short at the NYAFW in New York, Ibër Deari and lead actor Mirsad Abazi made appearances at the Red Carpet at the SVA Theatre. Director,…
Dael Dervishi talks with NY Elite about his current projects, his work at Next Generation Leaders (NGL) program of the McCain Institute, and his new non profit initiative “Naturally Transparent Resources”. NY Elite: What are you currently working on? Tell us a little bit more about your company/organization. Dael Dervishi: Since September 2016 I’m part…
Beso Buranaj Hoxha is born in Fier, Albania in 1987. Beso has always been passionate about sports and swam for Longhorn Aquatics and was a water polo player for University of Texas. In 2010 he represented Albania in swimming. Since then he has helped the Sport Federation in Albania find talents from the diaspora and…
By E. Murati A short documentary about the lives of two homeless people in Tirana, Albania. “One. Two. Monologues…” is a film of young talented director Blerina Goce that defies the homelessness. A realistic artistic work by Goce, film goes deeply in the heart of the spectator and has the power making people reflect for a…
Fresh from the 2017 Cannes Film Festival Jamal Hodge is a multi-award winning director and producer of several films, including The Jump, The Kind Ones, and Knockout Game. While The Kind Ones and Knockout came will continue their festival runs in the Fall, you can catch The Jump in its last theatrical screening at The People’s Film Festival SATURDAY,…
Eho took home the “Best Production Award” in New York on May 29, 2017. The 6th Edition of New York Albanian Film Week presented by Enkelejd Mezini and Ermira Babamusta announced the Jury winners at the Award Ceremony held at Producer’s Club Theater. The festival is organized by Mrika Krasniqi and Nil Production. The Jury…
Legendary filmmaker Peter Malota is honored with the Excellence in Arts Award at the 6th Edition of New York Albanian Film Week. The award recognizes Mr. Malota for his creations and contributions to the excellence of the arts. The award is given to outstanding artists who have demonstrated lifetime achievement in art.
One of the most respected Albanian filmmakers Luli Bitri is honored with the Outstanding Artistic Achievement Award at the New York Albanian Film Week Festival that took place on May 26-29 at Sva Theatre and Producers’ Club Theatre.
Director Jotti Ejlli won the Outstanding Artistic Achievement at the 2017 NYAFW. His film “Hije” premiered at the Opening Ceremony of the film festival on May 26, 2017 at the SVA Theatre. Artistic Achievement is a Special Award presented at the 6th edition of New York Albanian Film Week in recognition of a filmmaker’s contribution to cinema.…
Besim Ugzmajli’s documentary “Beyond the Gates” took home the “Best Documentary” Award at the 2017 New York Albanian Film Week Film Festival. The award was announced at the Award Ceremony on Monday, May 29, 2017 held at Producer’s Club Theater, hosted by Ermira Babamusta and Enkelejd Mezini. After the screening of the documentary “Beyond the…
All eyes were on Arta Muçaj during the screening of “Home Sweet Home” directed by Faton Bajraktari, produced by Trim Musliu. Arta stood out from the rest of the actors, along side Best Actor, Donat Qosja. Arta Muçaj is the winner for the 2017 New York Albanian Film Week “Best Actress” Award for her leading role in “Home in…
The 6th edition of New York Albanian Film Week has wrapped up the Award Ceremony at Producer’s Club theatre, where the Jury announced 6 big prizes, including Jury Awards, Festival Awards and Special Prizes. “Home Sweet Home” directed by Faton Bajraktari, produced by Trim Musliu stole the show by taking home three Grand Prizes: Best Film,…
The 6th Edition of New York Albanian Film Week presented by Enkelejd Mezini and Ermira Babamusta announced the Jury winners at the Award Ceremony held at Producer’s Club Theater. Director Ibër Deari was the big winner Monday, May 29, 2017 at the New York Albanian Film Week Award Ceremony. Deari entered the competition with two…
