The EFP European Film Promotion has announced the 10 emerging acting talents selected for the 29th edition of European Shooting Stars.
As part of the initiative, supported by Creative Europe’s MEDIA Programme of the European Union, the 10 winners will be presented to the film industry, the international press and the public during the 76th Berlin International Film Festival, running from 12-22 February 2026.
“This is a truly remarkable group of talents, selected by our jury from an exceptionally strong field of nominees,” says Tina Hajon, the programme director of European Shooting Stars.
“They represent some of the most exciting new voices Europe has to offer. We are deeply grateful to the jury for their dedication and for recognising the potential of these actors at such a crucial moment in their artistic journey.
“European Shooting Stars remains an essential platform for highlighting the diversity of European storytelling, while giving emerging talents the international visibility they need to grow and flourish on a global stage.”
This year’s Shooting Stars were selected by an international jury consisting of Danish actress Danica Ćurčić and Bosnian film director and Academy Award winner Danis Tanović. Portuguese casting director Jo Monteiro, Belgian producer Jacques-Henri Bronckart, and British-Sudanese critic and writer Leila Latif completed the line-up.
The jury highlighted the 10 actors’ strong work, their artistic range and their clear potential to succeed on an international level.
Each selection was based on standout performances in the films and drama series submitted for consideration.
The European Shooting Stars 2026 are: Fatlume Bunjaku (Albania), Lucas Englander (Austria), Violet Braeckman (Belgium), Salif Cissé (France), Enno Trebs (Germany), Danielle Galligan (Ireland), Tecla Insolia (Italy), Joes Brauers (The Netherlands), Sofia Tjelta Sydness (Norway) and Cleo Diára (Portugal).
The selected talents will take part in a four-day programme during the Berlinale, featuring networking sessions, industry meetings and press events, as well as a memorable red-carpet moment and the greeting of the group at the Berlinale Palast.
This programme is designed to enhance their international visibility, connect them with key decision-makers and highlight their potential at a pivotal stage in their emerging careers.
More information is available on the EFP website.
