Biography
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
all 31
Movies 31
Director 3
Writer 1
Screenplay 1
Hostages of War (2022)
Wolf Trail (2010)
The Saga of the Ancient Bulgars: The Saga of the Love of Genghis Khan's Daughter (2005)
Manchurian Variant (1989)
Artemisia (1986)
A Taste of Bread (1979)
Trans-Siberian Express (1977)
A Shot or It All Started on Saturday (1976)
Lady Zhibek (1972)
The End of Ataman (1970)
Crossroads (1963)
In One Area (1961)
On the Wild Coast of the Irtysh (1959)
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Known ForActing
GenderMale
Birthday1937-05-08 (87 years old)
Birth PlaceJaiylma, Kazakhstan
CitizenshipsSoviet Union, Kazakhstan
Also Known AsАсанали Ашимов
AwardsPeople's Artist of Kazakh SSR, Medal for Contribution to National Security, medal "for 20 years of Kazakhstan's independence", commemorative medal for the ten years of independence of the Republic of Kazakhstan, medal "10 years of the Constitution of Kazakhstan", Astana Medal, Hero of Labour of Kazakhstan, Medal "10 years of Astana", Order of Kurmet, Order of Fatherland, Medal for the 20th anniversary of the Constitution of Kazakhstan, Dostyk Order of grade I, Order of Parasat, USSR State Prize, Medal "Veteran of Labour", People's Artist of the USSR
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