Ivelina Koleva is a renowned Bulgarian folk singer celebrated for her powerful voice and captivating stage presence. She has released numerous albums and performed extensively across Bulgaria and internationally.
Some of her notable works include “Mome Neveno” and “Добруджа на хляб мирише” (“Dobrudzha na hlyab mirishe”), which showcase her deep connection to Bulgarian folk traditions.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Ivelina Koleva
- Stage Name: Ivelina Koleva
- Born: 21 January 1981
- Age: 45 years old
- Birthplace: Dobrich, Bulgaria
- Nationality: Bulgarian
- Occupation: Musical artist
- Height: Unknown
- Parents: Yanka Ivanova and Kolyo Ivanov
- Siblings: Preslava
- Spouse: Vladimir
- Children: Victoria
- Relationship: Married
- Net Worth: Unknown
Early Life And Education
Ivelina Koleva was born on January 21, 1981, in Dobrich, Bulgaria. She is the daughter of Yanka Toncheva, a seamstress, and Kolyo Tonchev, a former race car driver.
Ivelina has a sister, Preslava, who is a well-known Bulgarian singer. She graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Informatics from the Technical University of Sofia in 2009. Ivelina is of Bulgarian ethnicity, and while her religious beliefs are not publicly known.
Career
Ivelina Koleva began her musical career at a young age and has since built an extensive repertoire of around 40 songs, 37 of which are solo performances.
Known for her original compositions, Koleva has collaborated with various artists, including her sister, and gained significant recognition in the Bulgarian music scene. In 2015, she won the prestigious “Folklore Performer of the Year” award. Her career has also taken her internationally, with a solo tour in the USA and Canada in 2019.
Koleva has released numerous albums and performed extensively both in Bulgaria and abroad, including notable works such as “Mome Neveno” and “Добруджа на хляб мирише” (“Dobrudzha na hlyab mirishe”).
Although she is well-regarded for her contributions to Bulgarian folk music, she is often recognized as the sister of the famous Bulgarian singer Preslava.
Her sibling, Preslava, is a prominent Bulgarian singer widely regarded as one of the leading figures in Bulgarian modern music. Since her debut in 2004, she has earned over 60 awards, solidifying her status as one of the most successful and influential artists in the Bulgarian music industry.
Social Media
Instagram handle: @ivelina_koleva_
Personal Life
Ivelina Koleva is currently in a relationship with a businessman named Vladimir. The couple has a daughter, Victoria, who was born in 2010. While details about their relationship remain largely private, their family life is known to be a significant part of Ivelina’s personal world.
Discography
Singles:
- “Mari mome” (2024)
- “Razbolyala se e Irina” (2023)
- “Staro vino” (2023)
- “Pesen za Tsar Ivaylo” (2022)
- “Ozhenil sa e…” (2021)
Net Worth
Ivelina Koleva has not publicly disclosed any information about her net worth or financial status, so it remains unknown.
However, her sister, Preslava, a well-known figure in Bulgarian pop-folk music, has an estimated net worth ranging from 1.5 million to 2.2 million Bulgarian leva (approximately $800,000 to $1.2 million).