The Norwegian TV series "Shame" was a great success not only in the country, but also won worldwide recognition. The actors who starred in it became famous. Among them, who talentedly played in the third season of the main character of Isak Waltersen - Tarja Mu.
The multi-part television project shows the life of modern teenagers in Norway. Viewers see online everything that happens to the characters: they worry about their failures, rejoice at their successes. The seasons are the individual stories of the characters in the project. Tarjei Sandvik Mu took part in the project from the very beginning. However, Isak Waltersen did not immediately become the main character.
Takeoff start
The biography of the future star of European cinema began in 1999. The child was born in Oslo on May 24 in a creative family. The boy's grandfather Torgils Mu was a famous artist. From an early age, the grandson dreamed of becoming the same as his beloved relative. In an interview, Tarja admitted that to this day he considers his grandfather his idol.
The boy studied at the most prestigious school in the capital, Hartwig Nissen. It was in it that the casting took place, and then the shooting of the series "Shame" that made the boy famous. The student took part in the audition hoping to play Jonas. However, having beaten more than a thousand contestants, he got the role of Waltersen.
The project was developed by Julia Andem. She decided to break the stereotypes prevailing in modern society. According to her plan, the hero of the new season is a young man who is experiencing difficulties in determining his own orientation. He is worried about this, trying to build a relationship with Even suffering from bipolar disorder.
The premiere of the third season caused the greatest resonance. The extraordinary plot captivated the viewers not only of Scandinavia, but of the whole world. A discussion began on social networks. The press constantly wrote about the series' successful attempts to break stereotypes. The performer admitted that those who were hostile to the hero in the course of the action began to change their attitude to the problem, realizing that the entire division into black and white is impossible.
All young artists received recognition after the completion of the project. And Mu was awarded the Gullruten National Television Award for Best Actor. The name of the young man was included in the list of the most famous graduates of "Hartwig Nissen". The performer himself did not believe in his own success for a very long time.
Success
After a triumphant show, Tarjei continued his artistic career. He not only acted in films, but also played in the theater. The young actor took part in the performances of the troupe, which positions itself as an anti-theater, that is, the performances were conducted with the negation of all dramatic canons.
Tarjei starred in the Norwegian version of the musical Grease, the story of the relationship between a greedy hooligan and an excellent student that transforms both characters. During the performance, Mu proved that he is not only a talented performer, but also a gifted dancer and vocalist.
In 2018, the artist's new work was completed. He played the main character in the film "En affære". The plot told about the relationship between high school student Markus and his gymnastics teacher Anita. The age role was superbly played by the Norwegian celebrity Andrea Brain Hovig. Tarja called the picture his incredible luck and vivid role.
The young artist said that he really likes to play ambiguous images, as well as portray forbidden feelings on the screen. He said that there is no harmony between the characters due to constant contradictions. The film makes all viewers feel and think. It is impossible to call the picture erotic. The young actor appeared before the fans noticeably matured.
Off screen
Mu does not talk about his personal life anywhere. That topic, in his opinion, should remain closed. Fans know that the artist himself, unlike the TV hero who made him famous, prefers traditional relationships. He has many friends. There are probably girls.
True, the young man admitted that he was not ready for novels, especially for serious long-term relationships. His main passion is creativity, acting. His film career is still at the very beginning, and after the triumph, the performer is aimed only at continuing to work. The rising star's immediate plans include replenishment of the film portfolio.
If in childhood Mu loved to play football, which even as an adult did not leave his hobby. In his free time, he never misses the chance to kick the ball or attends matches. He also plans to work on improving his knowledge of the English language.
Tarja communicates with fans online in social networks. He regularly posts new pictures on his Instagram page. He said that he plans to continue his education at the acting school in London. If the applicant fails to become her student, he plans to further improve his acting skills at home, in Oslo.
New plans
The celebrity collaborates with the Swedish agency "Agentfirman". Terjei presented the Best Actress Award at the Amandaprisen National Film Festival and announced the Nordic Council Film Prize nominees.
In 2019, the young performer played Nicholas in the miniseries Skitten Snø, a story of loyalty, honor, true friendship and fear. Events are taking place in Oslo. The characteristics of different ethnic and cultural traditions help to become stronger four heroines who decided to stick together.
The artist starred in the Christmas TV project "Snøfall", a kind fairy tale about the girl Selma. The picture is shown on national television. The last work of the celebrity was the series "Gledelig Jul", which is scheduled to premiere in 2020. Peter became the hero of Mu in the film.
