Ilona Chevakova is a versatile Finnish actress with Russian roots, based in Helsinki, Finland, with over 20 years of experience in film, television, theatre, and voice work. Fluent in Finnish, English and Russian, she trained in London for four years, specializing in acting and musical theatre, which honed her skills in acting, singing, and dance.

Ilona is best known internationally for her role as Ingrith in the acclaimed series The Last Kingdom, the Netflix hit that topped charts in 89 countries, following her recurring role in the feature film Seven Kings Must Die.

In Finland, she became widely recognized for her performance as Sabrina Mustavaara in the long-running TV drama Secret Lives. Her screen credits also showcase her versatility across genres — from thrillers and crime dramas to comedies and period pieces — including Bordertown, Deadwind, Maria Kallio, Pahan väri, Syke, and Arctic Circle.