Croatian dancer, model, host and actress Marija Debelic admits she is in love. Ever wonder who has finally captured the heart of the talented beauty?
“I am in love with the Philippines and everything about this country,” says Marija, who has been in Manila for almost five years now.
Marija chose the Philippines to be her second home, over the many places she’s been to like Slovenia, Serbia, Macedonia, Austria, Germany, Switzerland, France, USA, United Arab Emirates, Macau, China, and Thailand. Since 2009, she has been traveling the world as a professional dancer, emcee and model.
“I feel so at home in the Philippines. I love that it’s always summer. I am in love with the tropical weather. My best friends are here, my work is here, and my life is here,” adds Marija, who has been everywhere – from Ilocos Norte, Pagudpud to Davao in Mindanao.
The lead actress of Boy Tokwa opposite Jose Manalo is excited to do three movies this year for the Philippine market and Netflix.
“I am very excited. And I can’t wait to start shooting them all. All three are unique projects,” beams Marija who starred in the ABS-CBN drama Be My Lady, played a minor role in Art of Ligaw with Epy Quizon, was billed in the movie Beauty and the Bestie with Vice Ganda and Coco Martin, and has done over 20 TV commercials in the country.
Marija is also passionate about music, and has released her fist single “Syanel” with Brazilian actress-model Daiana Menezes, who is also based here in the Philippines.
In an interview, the cum laude in Economics and Business Management graduate, shares that she left a family business back in Croatia to find other opportunities overseas.
“Our family has a small accounting company run by my dad, but that’s not something that I see myself doing. I definitely would like to go further in show business. My dream is to be a TV host, do more movies and produce new songs,” says Marija.
Marija believes that once your mind is healthy, everything around you can be healthy. She has been a vegetarian for 13 years now, make sure she exercises three times a week, and hydrates and sleeps enough. She eats up to five small meals a day and is always active. She does not follow a particular health regimen but thinks that everyone should follow what best suits their character and lifestyle.
Catch Marija via Facebook: Marija Debelic, or be one of her thousands of followers on Instagram:@marijadebelic. She’s also on Spotify: Marija Debelic.
