Most people recognize Kasper Antonsen from the series Rådebank, which took Norway by storm when it appeared on the screen in 2020. Antonsen is also the son of comedian Atle Antonsen (53).
After three seasons of robbery, speed and excitement, the actor is ready for new challenges in the TV 2 series Krypto Kings.
EXCITED: Antonsen always looks forward to seeing if he can deliver in the big stages. Photo: Paal Krokan Mathisen/TV 2
Krypto Kings is about two friends who discover that the confirmation money they invested in cryptocurrency has grown by 1.6 billion.
When money is no longer an issue, we get to see the boys buy a giant luxury villa, private jet, charter a yacht, and throw crazy parties. The money eventually causes problems, and we see the boys have to find out who they are without all the money.
GOOD FRIENDS: The four main characters became good friends during the filming. Photo: Paal Krokan Mathisen/TV 2
Recognizes himself in the role
“Lars” is the character that Antonsen plays in the new series. He himself can recognize a lot of himself in the role.
– Like “Lars”, I was an insecure lump of fun who didn’t quite know how to behave when I was younger. There are probably many who will recognize themselves in the character.
Antonsen reveals that if he himself had received so much money, he would probably have saved a lot in funds. Nevertheless, there are also other benefits that he would indulge in.
– I would probably have bought a house, a boat, traveled around a bit, and taken all my friends to town and treated them to lots of drinks.
His own boss
Antonsen sets high standards for himself, and is excited about whether the series will be well received.
– I am my strictest boss, but I try to be generous with myself and the work I have done, says Antonsen, but he reveals a challenge after the TV success:
– After Rådebank, I felt the pressure to perform at a higher level. Eventually I realized that it is still allowed to do smaller things after such a success.
Big dreams
Antonsen had his big breakthrough in the series Rådebank. He didn’t expect the series to become as big as it did.
– I was lucky. It was probably the best entry into an acting career I could have had.
Ever since Antonsen went to primary school, he has felt at home in the acting industry. When he was in sixth grade, he started theater school.
– Although I have faced adversity in my career, I have always been clear about my goals and dreams. In the future, I hope to get a role in a major feature film where I can prove that I can deliver serious drama roles.
BIG CHANGES: In the series, the lives of the characters are turned upside down. Photo: Paal Krokan Mathisen/TV 2
In conclusion, Antonsen tells what to expect from the series:
– People can expect large sums, but also the journey of insecure young boys where you see how money changes them. Then we’ll see if they end up in some stupid situations.
Crypto Kings premiered on TV 2 Play February 10th.
