Conversations with Venezia Katabian

Today we’d like to introduce you to Venezia Katabian.

Hi Venezia, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, maybe you can briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today?
I was born and raised in Argentina in a very creative household — my mom is a writer and my dad a singer — so I grew up surrounded by stories and music. From a really young age, I felt this deep pull toward performance. I started singing, dancing, and acting as a child, and that passion only grew stronger over time.

I trained seriously in musical theatre and acting throughout my teenage years, and eventually started working on TV in Argentina. One of the major early projects I was part of was a show called Melody, La Chica del Metro, which ended up streaming internationally. That experience gave me the confidence to realize I wanted to take my career further.

A few years ago, I made the move to New York to continue studying and working, and eventually created and produced my own play, Coffee at 7?, which was a really personal piece inspired by a real connection. It ended up being featured in podcasts and even got the support of the Argentinian Embassy. That process showed me I could create my own work, and I’ve been doing that ever since — writing, acting, and producing stories that feel honest and human.

Now I’m based between LA and New York, working in both English and Spanish, and continuing to grow as a performer and storyteller. I’m especially drawn to characters that sit at the intersection of vulnerability and strength, and to telling immigrant and female-centered stories that feel raw, awkward, and real.

Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
It definitely hasn’t been a smooth road. Moving countries is always a huge shift, but doing it alone — leaving behind my family, my home, and a long-term relationship — was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. I came to the U.S. with so much hope and ambition, but I also faced the reality of the visa process, financial pressure, and the emotional toll of building a life from scratch in a completely different culture.

There were moments when I deeply doubted myself — not just as an artist, but as a person. I went through really difficult mental health struggles, especially in those first years, and doing that far from home made it even more intense. But those challenges also shaped me. They forced me to grow, to find strength in my vulnerability, and to trust my voice.

Every time I thought of giving up, I came back to the reason I started — to tell stories that feel true. And that kept me going.

As you know, we’re big fans of you and your work. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about what you do?
I’m an actress, model, and singer who naturally evolved into writing and creating my own work. I started performing at a very young age, but over time I realized I didn’t just want to be in stories — I wanted to tell them.

One of my most recognized roles is India in the Amazon Prime Video series Melody: La Chica del Metro, which introduced me to a wide audience and showed me the power of storytelling through television. From there, I began creating my own work — like Coffee at 7, a play I wrote and performed in, inspired by a real-life connection that deeply impacted me. It was raw, intimate, and ended up getting featured by the Argentinian embassy in New York, which was a beautiful full-circle moment.

I’ve also acted in music videos and short films like I Don’t Want to Fall and Voices from the Past — where I played Tatiana, a role that challenged me emotionally and creatively. More recently, I’ve stepped into the modeling world and worked as an actress in the latest Falling in Reverse music video, which was an incredible, high-energy experience.

What I’m most proud of is that everything I do comes from an honest place. Whether I’m acting, singing, modeling, or creating something from scratch — I’m always trying to make people feel something. I think that’s what sets me apart.

We love surprises, fun facts and unexpected stories. Is there something you can share that might surprise us?
Something people are often surprised to learn about me is that I also speak fluent French, and it’s a dream of mine to work on a French-language project one day. I love working in different languages because each one unlocks a different side of me.

People sometimes assume I’m super confident because of the modeling or the way I carry myself, but the truth is I’ve dealt with huge insecurities. I had to fight through a lot of self-doubt and inner noise to even begin believing in myself — and I still do. That’s why creating and performing feels so important to me. It’s where I find my real voice.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almaveneziaa?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qr
• Youtube: https://youtu.be/_zpOp6-QCXg?si=2DeQxnQZfwEIn0ty