Biography of the Kazakh actor

Family: spouse: Myra Aymanov Divorce, two children, Bagdat Ashimova is one career child: actor, director, screenwriter Biography: Asanali Ashimov, an outstanding Kazakhstani actor, director and teacher, was born on May 8 of the year in the village of Baikadam, Zhambyl region. He began his acting career after graduating from the theater and art institute in Almaty in the year.

Ashimov played key roles in films such as the end of the chieftain, where he first appeared in the image of a Chekist Chadyarov. This image became a hallmark for him and was developed in the subsequent films “Trans -Siberian Express” and “Manchu option” Ashimov also established himself as a talented director and screenwriter. In the year, he made his debut as a director of the film “The Year of the Dragon”, telling about the Uyghur uprising of the 19th century.

In the year, he shot the film “The Legendary Chokan”, dedicated to the Kazakh scientist and traveler Chokan Valikhanov, where his son Saga spoke in the main role. In addition to acting and directorial activities, Ashimov taught at the Kazakh National Academy of Arts, passing his experience to young artists. In the year, Ashimov was awarded the title Her of Labor of Kazakhstan.

Asanali Ashimov left a significant heritage in Kazakhstan and Soviet culture, which is confirmed by numerous awards and honorary titles, as well as the monument erected in his honor. His name is also immortalized in the Asanali Prize, awarded to the best actors, directors and scriptwriters of Kazakhstan. In his personal life, Asanali Ashimov also left a noticeable mark.

He was married four times, his first wife was the opera singer Mayra Aimanova, the daughter of the famous Kazakh director Shaken Aimanov. This marriage lasted 35 years, until the death of Mayra in the year. It is interesting that Ashimov recalled his first meeting with Mayra as an accident, when he was still a “ingenuous rustic boy”, trying to win the heart of Myra’s girlfriend. Their marriage, despite rumors, turned out to be strong and long.

Ashimov actively participated in the social and cultural life of Kazakhstan, engaged not only in film production, but also by pedagogical activity. He taught at the Kazakh National Academy of Arts, where many students were able to draw from his experience. His creative path left a significant mark in Kazakhstani art, which is confirmed not only by national and international awards, but also by the respect and recognition of colleagues and the general public.

Ashimov’s departure from theatrical activity in the year was due to several reasons, including the departure of many of his long -standing friends and colleagues, which influenced his decision to leave the theater scene. This decision emphasizes his deep connection with the theater and the significance of personal relations in his life and career. Ashimov’s significance in the history of Kazakh cinema and theater is difficult to overestimate.

He left behind a legacy not only through his films and theatrical work, but also through the inspiration that he passed on to the next generations of actors and directors in Kazakhstan.