Talented Croatian Director (36) Found Dead

A young promising Croatian director has been found dead in his apartment in the capital Zagreb on Thursday at the age of 36.

Nikola Ivanda, who is the son of famous director Branko Ivanda, was found in his flat by his girlfriend. The cause of his death has still yet to be confirmed.

Ivanda was the director of popular Croatian soap operas Zakon ljubavi, Ruza vjetrova, Obicni ljudi, Ponos Ratkajevih and Dolin sunca.

“His death is a huge shock for everyone that knew him. We will remember him as a professional and a friend whose hard work and experience was of immense importance to his colleagues,” said a statement from RTL television.