Acting
Asanali Ashimov
Asanali Ashimov is a legendary Kazakh actor, director, screenwriter, and educator. Born on May 8, 1937, in the Zhambyl region of Kazakhstan, he graduated from the Kurmangazy Kazakh State Conservatory in 1961 with a degree in drama acting. Ashimov gained nationwide fame for his iconic roles in Kazakh cinema, including Kyz-Zhibek (1970) and the End of the Ataman series. He also directed several acclaimed films, such as Legendary Chokan (1985) and Wormwood (1986). Over his career, he has been honored with numerous prestigious awards, including the title of People's Artist of the USSR and Kazakhstan's Hero of Labor. A towering figure in Kazakh culture, Ashimov continues to inspire generations through his work in film, theater, and education.
Filmography
Hostages of War
Film · 2022
Aruah
Film · 2018
The Old Woman
Film · 2014
Who Are You, Mr. Ka?
Film · 2010
The Saga of the Ancient Bulgars: The Saga of the Love of Genghis Khan's Daughter
Film · 2005
The House by the Salt Lake
Film · 2004
Purely Kazakh History
Film · 2001
Ermak
Film · 1997
Manchurian Variant
Film · 1989
Artemisia
Film · 1986
Turksib
Film · 1986
Shokan Valikhanov
Film · 1985
A Provincial Romance
Film · 1981
Серебряный рог Ала-Тау
Film · 1980
The Messengers Hurry
Film · 1980
A Taste of Bread
Film · 1979
Trans-Siberian Express
Film · 1977
A Shot or It All Started on Saturday
Film · 1976
My Love Is in the Third Year
Film · 1976
The Choice
Film · 1975
The Falls
Film · 1973
Lady Zhibek
Film · 1972
The End of the Ataman
Film · 1970
Worrisome Morning
Film · 1968
Wings of Song
Film · 1966
The Traces Go Beyond the Horizon
Film · 1965
Crossroads
Film · 1963
My Boy!
Film · 1962
In One District
Film · 1961
Song Calls
Film · 1961
On the Wild Coast of the Irtysh
Film · 1959
Botagoz
Film · 1958