
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.

Ermak
MOVIE • 1997

Trans-Siberian Express
MOVIE • 1977

The End of Ataman
MOVIE • 1970

My Love Is in the Third Year
MOVIE • 1976

The House by the Salt Lake
MOVIE • 2004

Lady Zhibek
MOVIE • 1972

The Old Woman
MOVIE • 2014

My Boy!
MOVIE • 1962

A Taste of Bread
MOVIE • 1979

Wolf Trail
MOVIE • 2010

Shokan Valikhanov
MOVIE • 1985

The Choice
MOVIE • 1975

The Saga of the Ancient Bulgars: The Saga of the Love of Genghis Khan's Daughter
MOVIE • 2005

A Shot or It All Started on Saturday
MOVIE • 1976

Artemisia
MOVIE • 1986

On the Wild Coast of the Irtysh
MOVIE • 1959

Crossroads
MOVIE • 1963

Botagoz
MOVIE • 1958