Hedda Gundersen Gullikstad, 26, has secured multiple new roles across the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK) following a sudden breakthrough on TikTok, according to reports by TV 2. The creator initially landed work through talent workshops while unemployed, before a viral video featuring Swedish pop star Zara Larsson catapulted her to national recognition.
TikTok Breakthrough and the Zara Larsson Viral Clip
Gullikstad first gained widespread attention after appearing as the host of NRK’s humor and sketch initiative on TikTok, titled “Neste Stopp,” according to TV 2. Shorty after, she received a job offer. “I didn’t have a job then either, so it was seriously perfect,” Gullikstad told TV 2.
While early viewers responded well to her style, momentum accelerated sharply when she published a video dressed as Zara Larsson, shouting the lyric “Summer isn’t over yet” from the song “Midnight Sun” amid an Oslo snowstorm, as reported by TV 2. The clip surpassed 630,000 views after Larsson herself commented on and reshared the video. Despite initial anxiety about audience reception, Gullikstad focused on creating content she personally enjoyed.
Transition to New NRK Roles and Micro-Drama
Although Gullikstad rotated out of “Neste Stopp” after a few months—with Nathan “Nate” Kahungu taking over the role—audience demand for her return remained high, according to TV 2. Kahungu acknowledged the challenge of succeeding her, telling TV 2 at an NRK autumn launch event that it was “very difficult to jump after Wirkola.” Gullikstad stated that she felt deeply moved by the public response, noting that audiences appreciated her rare and unpolished approach.
At the same autumn launch, NRK revealed that Gullikstad holds the lead role in the network’s first micro-drama, “21 dager,” a series consisting of short vertical episodes distributed on TikTok and NRK TV, according to TV 2. In addition to starring in the drama, Gullikstad now writes for and works as a permanent reporter on the humor program “Humoretaten” for the current season.
Did you know? NRK’s “21 dager” marks the broadcaster’s first foray into micro-drama, utilizing short mobile-format episodes published directly to social media platforms like TikTok alongside the main streaming service.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Hedda Gundersen Gullikstad?
Hedda Gundersen Gullikstad is a 26-year-old Norwegian program host, writer, and actor who gained prominence through NRK’s TikTok humor projects.
How did Gullikstad achieve her breakthrough?
According to TV 2, her breakthrough came after hosting NRK’s TikTok project “Neste Stopp” and going viral with a video imitating pop star Zara Larsson in an Oslo snowstorm.
What projects is Gullikstad involved in now?
Gullikstad stars in NRK’s micro-drama “21 dager” and works as a permanent reporter and writer for “Humoretaten,” as reported by TV 2.
Who replaced Gullikstad on “Neste Stopp”?
Nathan “Nate” Kahungu took over hosting duties on “Neste Stopp” following Gullikstad’s departure, according to TV 2.
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