Asanali Ashimov
Acting
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.
Movies
The End of Ataman
1970
A Provincial Romance
1981
The Choice
1975
A Shot or It All Started on Saturday
1976
Trans-Siberian Express
1977
The Silver Horn of Ala-Tau
1980
Ermak
1997
The House by the Salt Lake
2004
Shokan Valikhanov
1985
The Falls
1973
My Love Is in the Third Year
1976
The Saga of the Ancient Bulgars: The Saga of the Love of Genghis Khan's Daughter
2005
Lady Zhibek
1972
The Messengers Hurry
1980
On the Wild Coast of the Irtysh
1959
Worrisome Morning
1968
Crossroads
1963
The Traces Go Beyond the Horizon
1965
The Old Woman
2014
Song Calls
1961