Star of 'Wild Bees' Series: 'Casting Wasn't Based on Talent, but Compatible Zodiac Signs'
Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Actor Dragan Veselić reflects on the first season of the series 'Divlje pčele' (Wild Bees).
- He describes his character Ivica Vukasa as complex and undergoing significant emotional changes.
- Veselić humorously suggests the cast's compatibility stemmed from their zodiac signs, highlighting the positive on-set atmosphere.
The first season of the Croatian series 'Divlje pčele' (Wild Bees) has concluded, leaving viewers in suspense for its continuation. Actor Dragan Veselić, who plays Ivica Vukasa, expressed relief and satisfaction with the team's accomplishments.
Veselić described his character, Ivica Vukasa, as one of the more demanding and interesting roles he has undertaken. He portrays Ivica as a layered individual who navigates numerous changes and emotional challenges throughout the series. A significant focus of the plot involved the complex relationship between Ivica and Ante, whose decisions and conflicts shaped much of the narrative. Veselić believed from the outset that their connection ran deeper than initially apparent, suggesting they were "children of the same mother," a bond that reveals their true natures.
He noted that both characters possess a certain rawness, influenced by their environment and circumstances, which dictates their personalities. Reflecting on the filming of the first season, Veselić emphasized the strong sense of camaraderie and the positive atmosphere among the cast and crew. He humorously theorized that the casting might have been based on compatible zodiac signs rather than solely on talent, which contributed to the excellent chemistry on set.
Veselić praised the cast, comprising both younger and more experienced actors, for their collaborative spirit and the supportive working environment they created. He concluded by stating that the positive energy was palpable from the first day of shooting to the last, contributing to a successful first season.
Pa, predivan.
Originally published by Večernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.