Bastian Pastewka Reflects on Decades-Long Partnership with Anke Engelke

The comedian explains how their enduring friendship thrives without romantic involvement, despite their on-screen chemistry.

Bastian Pastewka and Anke Engelke have collaborated on comedy projects since 1996, showcasing a unique and enduring comedic chemistry.
The duo is well-known for their satirical portrayals, including their roles as 'Wolfgang and Anneliese' parodying German folk music.
In 2024, they starred as a long-separated couple in the Amazon Prime series 'Perfekt Verpasst,' a fictional dynamic unrelated to their real-life friendship.
Pastewka attributes their successful partnership to a shared sense of humor and 'automatic fun,' emphasizing the value of friendship over romance.
He reiterated in interviews that their connection is rooted in mutual respect and creative synergy rather than personal romantic feelings.