Home    About   
Actors
    Journal    Contact    Login        

 
Home  About  Adults  Kids  Journal  Contact  Login

Tomika Whiu

Actor


Ethnicity Māori
Iwi Ngapuhi, Ngāti Ranginui, Ngai Te Rangi, Ngāti Maniapoto
Height 6' 2" / 189cm
Eye Colour Brown
Hair Colour White
Location Bay of Plenty

Tomika Whiu


Tomika Whiu is a remarkable actor, fluent in Te Reo Māori.  He brings an authentic and powerful perspective to his roles, showcasing the beauty of his indigenous language and culture on the big screen.  A proud Māori Immersion and High School teacher, Tomika is an advocate for diversity and representation in the industry, actively supporting local initiatives and inspiring aspiring actors, especially those from indigenous backgrounds, to embrace their heritage and contribute their unique voices to the world of cinema. On screen, with his undeniable charisma and emotional depth, he seamlessly transitions between intense dramas and comedic characters.



 

  Resume

Year
Production
Part
Production Company
Director

FEATURE FILM

2024
Ka Whawahai Tonu
Hitiri Te Paerata
Akeake Productions, Transmission Films
Mike Jonathan
2023
The Convert
Aorangi
Jump Film & Television, Brouhaha Entertainment
Lee Tamahori

TELEVISION

2022
Kairākau Season 2
Tionga ( Lead )
Velvet Stone Media
Mulitple
2015
Kairākau
Tohuteiki ( Lead )
Māori TV
Various

THEATRE

2023
In The Heights
Kevin Rosario ( Lead )
Stage Right Theatre
Jason Te Mete
2011
Ministry of Arts and Theatre
Paretoi ( Lead )
Travelling Theatre | Te Matatini Society Inc
Jim Moriarty

  Skills