**Tedy Ursuleanu** is a Romanian actor and one of the most recognizable and appreciated faces of the Romanian New Wave. He is known for his ability to play complex and nuanced characters, often distinguished by an intense stage presence and measured but powerful acting.

He has collaborated frequently with the movement's leading directors, including Cristi Puiu and Cristian Mungiu.

His most iconic roles include those in acclaimed films such as Cristi Puiu's *The Death of Mr. Lăzărescu* (2005), where he embodies medical bureaucracy with raw realism, and Cristian Mungiu's *4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days* (2007), winner of the Palme d'Or at Cannes.

Other notable performances include his role in Cristi Puiu's *Malmkrog* (2020). His filmography is a pillar of contemporary Romanian arthouse cinema, helping to define its style and depth through characters who are often silent but extremely incisive.