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.
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- 1937-05-08 · Байкадам, СССР (Казахстан)
Known for
- Hostages of War (2022) — Akazhan's father
- The End of the Ataman (1970) — Chadiarov
- Trans-Siberian Express (1977) — "Fun Fan" (Fan Yu Chun \ Chagarov) (voiced by Aleksandr Kalyagin)
- A Taste of Bread (1979) — Aikenov
- Crossroads (1963) — Iskander
- A Shot or It All Started on Saturday (1976) — Professor, Doctor of Sciences
- Ermak (1997)
- Lady Zhibek (1972) — Bekezhan
- My Love Is in the Third Year (1976)
- Manchurian Variant (1989) — Исидзима, он же советский разведчик Чадьяров
- Who Are You, Mr. Ka? (2010) — Mr. Ka
- In One District (1961) — Dyusen Bektasov
- The Traces Go Beyond the Horizon (1965) — Turar
- Turksib (1986)
- The Messengers Hurry (1980) — Karazhal
- Song Calls (1961)