Actress Aneta Krejčíková has returned to the Czech daily series Ulice after a 12-month hiatus, appearing in episode 5197 broadcast on Sept. 29, 2026. The 35-year-old actress, who has played Gábina Hermanová since the show’s launch in September 2005, stated that her return is designed to drive the storyline forward and address an unfolding family crisis with her on-screen partner Jiří Herman, played by Jan Holík, and their household. Alongside her television comeback, Krejčíková confirmed to Blesk that she is currently in a new relationship following her split from the father of her children, Ondřej Rančák, a year and a half ago.
Gábina Hermanová Returns in Episode 5197 to Shift the Ulice Storyline
TV Nova’s long-running soap opera brought Krejčíková’s character back to Prague after writers previously dispatched her to Berlin to build a fashion design career. While her character maintained contact with on-screen son Šimon (Jakub Krause) and partner Herman through visits, the physical absence created a narrative gap that prompted the production team to recall the character. Krejčíková explained to TV Nova that her return serves a technical purpose to prevent the family dynamic from fading into obscurity. Kinobox.cz noted that the actress did not initially expect to return after leaving the show with finalized plans to take a break from daily shooting schedules. The return aims to provide a dramatic counterpoint to the male-led dynamic of Herman and Šimon. According to a TV Nova bonus from Sept. 24, 2026, Gábina arrives to announce a significant matter and make a decision affecting their relationship.
New Relationship Follows Split From Longtime Partner Ondřej Rančák
Away from the set, Krejčíková addressed her personal life by confirming her relationship status to Blesk. Asked if she is seeing anyone, the actress stated that she is in a new relationship and very happy, though she declined to provide further details. The romance follows her separation from Ondřej Rančák, with whom she shares two children and was previously engaged. Blesk reported that despite the breakup, the former couple maintains a cooperative dynamic, continuing to share family trips, holidays, and celebrations with their children. Krejčíková told Blesk she is proud that they can remain a family for their children despite their history.
Balancing Theater, Music Projects, and Post-Summer Fatigue
Krejčíková’s professional schedule extends beyond her intermittent appearances on Ulice. Over the summer, she performed in the Summer Shakespearean Festivals and completed filming for two additional television projects, as detailed by Blesk. She also collaborated musically with musician Ibby Pop, contributing vocals to a track on his album after assisting him with a project about Zuzana Navarová. Following the intense summer tempo, Krejčíková returned to her home theaters for the autumn season while managing physical exhaustion by taking her children on an overseas trip to extend their summer break before classes resumed. She took her daughter, Antonií, to the album launch of Ibby Pop, also known as Jacob Xavier Baro.
Common Questions About Aneta Krejčíková and Her Ulice Comeback
When did Aneta Krejčíková return to Ulice?
Krejčíková officially returned to the screen in episode 5197, which was broadcast by TV Nova on Sept. 29, 2026, after spending 15 months away from the regular daily storyline. This followed a farewell bonus aired on July 1, 2025, where the actress wept while reflecting on two decades with the show.
Why did the character Gábina leave the show originally?
Scenarists wrote Gábina out by sending her to Berlin to pursue a career as a fashion designer, while Krejčíková herself chose to take a 12-month break from daily shooting to step out of her comfort zone and rest.
Will Krejčíková appear in every episode following her comeback?
No, the actress noted that her return is not on a full-time basis, meaning she will appear intermittently on screen depending on how her character’s specific family plotline develops.
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