Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Birthdate
1937-05-08 (Age: 89)
Place of Birth
Байкадам, СССР (Казахстан)
Asanali Ashimov
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 (32)
Hostages of War
2022
Aruah
2018
The Old Woman
2014
Who Are You, Mr. Ka?
2010
The Saga of the Ancient Bulgars: The Saga of the Love of Genghis Khan's Daughter
2005
The House by the Salt Lake
2004
Purely Kazakh History
2001
Ermak
1997
Manchurian Variant
1989
Turksib
1986
Artemisia
1986
Shokan Valikhanov
1985
A Provincial Romance
1981
The Messengers Hurry
1980
