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Creators of 'Aitmatov' film reveal and show the cast

From 24.kg · () Russian

Translated from Russian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The film "Aitmatov," dedicated to the life and work of the renowned writer Chingiz Aitmatov, is set to premiere on October 22.
  • The cast includes Nurislam Nadyrov as a young Aitmatov, Abylai Marat uulu as his father Torekul, and Arina Isakova as his mother Nagima.
  • Notable Russian actors Ravshana Kurkova and Sergey Bezrukov will portray Zinaida and Boris Pasternak, respectively, while the actor playing the adult Chingiz Aitmatov remains undisclosed.

Filmmakers have unveiled the cast for "Aitmatov," a new cinematic tribute to the celebrated writer Chingiz Aitmatov. The film, directed by Kanybek Kalmatov, is scheduled for release on October 22.

Young Nurislam Nadyrov takes on the role of Aitmatov in his childhood, while Abylai Marat uulu portrays the writer's father, Torekul Aitmatov. Arina Isakova stars as the writer's mother, Nagima Aitmatova. The ensemble also features Marat Amiraev as Almaz Karaev and Emil Esenaliev as Kasym Tynystanov.

Adding international flair, prominent Russian actors Ravshana Kurkova and Sergey Bezrukov are set to appear as Zinaida and Boris Pasternak, respectively. However, the identity of the actor portraying the adult Chingiz Aitmatov is being kept under wraps by the production team.

Director Kanybek Kalmatov, a young Kyrgyz filmmaker and cinematographer, secured exclusive rights to adapt Aitmatov's biography for the screen. The agreement was finalized with Eldar Aitmatov, the writer's son. The film aims to explore the life and creative journey of the globally recognized author.

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Originally published by 24.kg in Russian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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