Vanida Karun is a German voice actress, on-screen actress, and audiobook narrator known for her work in German-language dubbing of international productions. She was born on October 9, 1979, in Cuxhaven, Germany, and grew up in Bangkok and Bremen. Her career as a performer began with formal training at the Schule für Schauspiel Hamburg, followed by further studies in speech science at the University of Münster.

Within the context of anime and animation dubbing, Karun is recognized for providing the German voice for the character Barbara in the series Grimgar, Ashes and Illusions. This fantasy anime, which focuses on a group of characters who must survive in a unfamiliar world, features Karun taking on the role originally performed in Japanese by Mamiko Noto.

Beyond this specific anime credit, Karun has built a substantial career in the German dubbing industry. Her extensive list of German dubbing roles includes providing voices for a wide range of characters in international films and television series. These include Sophie Rundle as Ada Shelby in Peaky Blinders, Hope Davis in Synecdoche, New York, and Rebecca Wisocky in Funny Money. Her voice work spans multiple genres and formats, demonstrating versatility across drama, comedy, and action productions.

Karun is also a highly prolific audiobook narrator, having lent her voice to over one hundred and reportedly more than two hundred published audiobooks. Her work in this area includes narrating titles by well-known authors such as Camilla Läckberg and Nora Roberts. In recognition of her vocal skills, she has also worked as a voice coach and trainer, supporting authors, executives, and other voice actors in developing their speaking abilities.

Her career extends to live-action performance as well. On screen, she has appeared in German television productions such as Tatort and Die Rettungsflieger, as well as the film Von Mädchen und Pferden. She is also a regular ensemble member of the Bühne für Menschenrechte and has performed at major open-air theaters, including the Karl-May-Festspiele in Bad Segeberg, where she notably played the role of Nscho Tschi. Her range of professional activities and diverse credits across voice acting, stage, and screen establish her as an experienced performer within the German media industry.