Asanali Ashimov - Actor Profile

Asanali Ashimov

Acting
31Total Films
8.1 Highest Rated
Born: May 8, 1937
Birth Place: Байкадам, СССР (Казахстан)

About 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.

Best Asanali Ashimov Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Asanali Ashimov's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Asanali Ashimov.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Hostages of War Akazhan's father Super Hit Similar →
2018 Aruah - Flop Similar →
2014 The Old Woman - Flop Similar →
2010 Wolf Trail - Flop Similar →
2005 The Saga of the Ancient Bulgars: The Saga of the Love of Genghis Khan's Daughter Genghis Khan Flop Similar →
2004 The House by the Salt Lake - Flop Similar →
2001 Purely Kazakh History - Flop Similar →
1997 Ermak - Average Similar →
1989 Manchurian Variant Исидзима, он же советский разведчик Чадьяров Super Hit Similar →
1986 Turksib - Flop Similar →
1986 Artemisia - Flop Similar →
1985 Shokan Valikhanov - Flop Similar →
1981 A Provincial Romance - Flop Similar →
1980 The Messengers Hurry - Flop Similar →
1980 The Silver Horn of Ala-Tau - Flop Similar →
1977 Trans-Siberian Express "Fun Fan" (Fan Yu Chun \ Chagarov) (voiced by Aleksandr Kalyagin) Average Similar →
1976 A Shot or It All Started on Saturday Professor, Doctor of Sciences Hit Similar →
1976 My Love Is in the Third Year - Average Similar →
1975 The Choice - Flop Similar →
1973 The Falls - Flop Similar →
1972 Lady Zhibek Bekezhan Super Hit Similar →
1970 The End of Ataman Chadiarov Flop Similar →
1968 Worrisome Morning - Flop Similar →
1966 Wings of Song - Flop Similar →
1965 The Traces Go Beyond the Horizon Turar Flop Similar →
1963 Crossroads Iskander Flop Similar →
1962 My Boy! - Flop Similar →
1961 Song Calls - Flop Similar →
1961 In One Area Dyusen Bektasov Flop Similar →
1959 On the Wild Coast of the Irtysh Zhanay Uralov Flop Similar →
1958 Botagoz - Flop Similar →

Asanali Ashimov - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Asanali Ashimov?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Asanali Ashimov is "Hostages of War" with a rating of 8.1/10.

How many movies has Asanali Ashimov acted in?

Asanali Ashimov has been featured in at least 31 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Asanali Ashimov?

Other notable films include "Lady Zhibek", "Manchurian Variant", and "A Shot or It All Started on Saturday".