Karina Andolenko, born on 20 September 1987 in Kharkiv, is a Russian theatre and film actress trained at the Moscow Art Theatre School under Konstantin Raikin. After graduation, she joined the Satirikon troupe and later the Moscow Provincial Theatre. She has performed numerous stage roles including Sonya in Uncle Vanya and Roxane in Cyrano de Bergerac. Her film debut was in 2008 with a lead role in Roses for Elsa. Andolenko’s notable screen works include the series Spasskaya, Krepostnaya, Thin Ice, Method 2, Doctor Tyrsa, and films such as Lights of the Big City and Circe's Diamonds.
She maintains strict control over her image, agreeing to nude scenes only when artistically necessary and often using a body double, which has earned her respect in the industry. Andolenko keeps her personal life private, neither confirming nor denying rumors about her relationships. She describes her home as a place of solitude, highlighting a strong personal boundary. Her versatility allows her to perform roles ranging from lyrical heroines to tough investigators while preserving a professional reputation.
