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- Khabib Abdulmanapovich Nurmagomedov born 20 September 1988 is a Russian former professional mixed martial artist. He competed in the lightweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he was the longest-reigning UFC Lightweight Champion, having held the title from April 2018 to March 2021. He is widely regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. With 29 wins and no losses, he retired with an undefeated record.
A two-time Combat Sambo World Champion, Nurmagomedov has a background in the disciplines of Sambo, Judo and Wrestling. Nurmagomedov was ranked #1 in the UFC men's pound-for-pound rankings at the time of his retirement, until being removed following his title vacation in March 2021. Fight Matrix ranks him as the #1 lightweight of all time.
Hailing from the Republic of Dagestan in Russia, Nurmagomedov is the first Muslim to win a UFC title. He is the most-followed Russian on Instagram, with more than 33 million followers as of February 2022. He is also a mixed martial arts (MMA) promoter, known for promoting the Eagle Fighting Championship (EFC). Since retirement, he has transitioned to a mixed martial arts coach and corner-man. - Actor
- Producer
Artjom Gilz was born in 1987 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor and producer, known for Without Remorse (2021), 100 Things (2018) and The Final Journey (2017).- Irina Potapenko was born in 1986 in Krim, Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Revanche (2008), Princess (2006) and Anduni - Fremde Heimat (2011).
- Actor
- Director
Aleksey Rozin was born on 4 February 1978 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor and director, known for Loveless (2017), Leviathan (2014) and Nastoyashcheye budushcheye (2020).- Aleksandr Konstantinov was born on 15 August 1980 in Dzhankoi, Ukraine, Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Psikhologini (2017), Derevenshchina (2014) and Vzroslaya doch, ili Test na... (2010).
- Lubomir Mykytiuk was born in the Soviet Union. He is known for North of 60 (1992), The Sum of All Fears (2002) and Left Behind II: Tribulation Force (2002).
- Actor
- Writer
- Producer
Aleksandr Gudkov was born on 24 February 1983 in Stupino, Moscow Oblast, Soviet Union [now Russia]. He is an actor and writer, known for The Marathon of Desires (2020), Little Big Feat. Ruki Vverh!: Slemyatsya patsany (2018) and Cyberpunk 2077 (2020).- Mischa Zverev was born on 22 August 1987 in Moscow, Soviet Union (now: Russia). He has been married to Evgenia Zverev since 2017. They have two children.
- Actor
- Casting Director
Andrey Da! is an actor and casting director with rich and diverse career that spans various countries and entertainment fields. His birthday coincides with Valentine's Day, so Actor Andrey Da! embodies the traits of an Aquarius. He was adopted his unique pseudonym as an homage to a character in the Richard Kelly film Southland Tales (2006) and to simplify his name for better pronunciation, using an exclamation mark to emphasize the positive message of his personal brand-name.
His family background is steeped in the arts. Andrey's roots trace back to relatives involved in theater, music, and dance, including his aunt's association with the 'Russian Academic Youth Theatre' (RAMT), grandmothers to 'Tiflis Imperial Theater' and his great uncles' contributions to philharmonics, circus and unique musical instruments.
Andrey Da! embarked on his journey by attending the ballroom dance school of the famous ballet-master Georgiy Sanadze, inspired by his grandmother's advice. His sister also pursued a dance career and is part of the Dance School in Sydney Australia.
Leaving the Country after its collapse, actor Andrey Da! studied abroad at the School of Theatre, which led him to discover his passion for acting. His diverse language skills in English, Hebrew, Russian, and Georgian reflect his global journey. To support himself during his studies, he even utilized his talents in crafting jewelry. Thus, he also distinguished himself as an anchor and chief jewelry expert for the Diamantaire brand on the Shopping Live TV channel.
Andrey Da! expanded his horizons by collaborating with international filmmakers and stars, participating in projects alongside Gérard Depardieu, Elizabeth Hurley, Kristanna Loken , Sharlto Copley and many more. Beyond his acting accomplishments, Andrey Da! has been often seen in the company of global celebrities like J.J. Abrams, Helen Mirren, Chris Pine, Andy Garcia, Tim Burton, Alice Eve and many others.
Andrey Da! made a name for himself as an actor and casting director, collaborating with various professionals and contributing to a multitude of projects, including popular TV series like The Kitchen (2012), Interny (2010), Sled (2007) and Kamenskaya - 6 (2011). His acting portfolio is featuring roles in notable films such as Sunstroke (2014), Metro (2013), Legend No. 17 (2013), and 8 First Dates (2012). He had the privilege of working alongside renowned directors like Nikita Mikhalkov, Timur Bekmambetov, Rupert Wainwright, Nikolay Lebedev, Philippe Martinez, and Sheldon Lettich.
Andrey Da! continuously hones his craft through workshops, courses, and masterclasses. He remains dedicated to his craft, recognizing that even small roles contribute to the larger picture. His versatile skills and positive attitude continue to make an impact in the entertainment industry.- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Mark Filatov was born in 1990 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor and director, known for Slavik - Auf Staats Nacken (2019), School of Slavik (2021) and Import Export (2020).- Konstantin Frank was born in 1988 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for The Windermere Children (2020), Marnow Murders (2021) and The Queen's Gambit (2020).
- Cinematographer
- Director
- Writer
Mark Soosaar was born on 12 January 1946 in Viljandi, Estonian SSR, Soviet Union [now Estonia]. He is a cinematographer and director, known for Isa, poeg ja püha Toorum (1998), Jõulud Vigalas (1981) and Sadam udus (1987).- Viktor Anatol'yevich But was born on 13 January 1967 in Dushanbe, Tajik SSR, Soviet Union [now Republic of Tajikistan]. He has been married to Alla Vladimirovna But since 1992. They have one child.
- Oleg Tikhomirov is a German actor with Russian origin. After finishing studies of dramatic arts at Berlin University of Arts, he signed with the Volkstheater Munich in 2017. He is known for several national TV productions as well as some appearances in international big budget projects. Oleg Tikhomirov lives and works in Berlin and Munich.
- Director
- Writer
- Cinematographer
Sulev Keedus was born on 21 July 1957 in Tallinn, Estonian SSR, Soviet Union [now Estonia]. He is a director and writer, known for Georgica (1998), Mehetapja/Süütu/Vari (2017) and Letters to Angel (2011).- Evgeniya Burdikhina was born on 18 May 1979 in the Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Night Swallows (2013), Samozanyatyye and Koroleva tantsa (2024).
- Actor
- Additional Crew
Aleksey Fateev was born on 30 November 1974 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Loveless (2017), Metro (2013) and Obratimaya realnost (2022).- Script and Continuity Department
- Additional Crew
Alla Borisova was born on 27 October 1933 in the Soviet Union. Alla is known for Moya zhizn (1973), Belcanto - The Tenors of the 78 Era and Well, Just You Wait! (1969).- Actor
- Stunts
Vitaly Khodin was born on 20 November 1978 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Viktor (2014), Rikoshet (2020) and 99% Alive (2018).- Sholpan Dzhandarbekova was born on 2 January 1923 in aul Milybulak, Semipalatinsk province, Turkestan ASSR, Soviet Union (now Semey province, East Kazakhstan Region, Kazakhstan). She was an actress, known for A Poem About Love (1954), Pesni Abaya (1946) and Daughter of the Steppes (1955). She died on 14 September 2005 in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
- Gulnara Dusmatova was born on 5 November 1964 in Alma-Ata, Kazakh SSR, Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Kniga legend: Tainstvennyy les (2012), Tri dnya prazdnika (1982) and Chelovecheskiy faktor (1985).
- Producer
- Executive
Vladimir Nabatov was born on 9 February 1980 in Moscow, Soviet Union [now Russia]. Vladimir is a producer and executive, known for Leo the Truck (2014).- Writer
- Additional Crew
Melor Sturua was born in 1928 in the Soviet Union. Melor was a writer, known for Bolshoy den Evropy (1976) and Generali da zizilebi (1963). Melor died on 1 June 2021 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.- Nadezhda Antzipovich was born on 7 June 1989 in the Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Vechnoye novoye (2022), Secret Weapon (2019) and Mukhtar. Novyy sled (2017).
- Sati Spivakova was born on 7 January 1962 in Yerevan, Armenian Soviet Socialist Republic, Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Poslednyaya skazka Rity (2012), Anush (1983) and Elita (1997).
- Sergey Gromov was born on 7 May 1981 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Avgusteyshiy posol (2008), Innocent Saturday (2011) and Svyatoe delo (2007).
- Additional Crew
Vladimir Shatalov was born on 8 December 1927 in Petropavlovsk, Kazakh SSR, Soviet Union. He is known for Moon Rainbow (1983), Return from Orbit (1984) and To the Stars by Hard Ways (1981). He was married to Musa Andreevna Ionova. He died on 15 June 2021 in Russia.- Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov was born on 10 December 1962 in Sildi, Dagestan ASSR, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union. He died on 3 July 2020 in Moscow, Russia.
- Writer
- Director
- Actor
Viktor Merezhko was born on 28 July 1937 in Olgenfeld, Rostov Oblast, Soviet Union [now Yuzhny, Russia]. He was a writer and director, known for Khutoryanin (2013), Zdravstvuy i proshchay (1973) and Zhuravl v nebe (1978). He was married to Tamara Vadimovna Merezhko. He died on 30 January 2022 in Saint-Petersburg, Russia.- Nina Lvovna Khrushcheva was born on 1 August 1962 in Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union [now: Moscow, Russia].
- Director
- Writer
- Producer
Vladimir Samsonov was born on 11 August 1936 in the Soviet Union. He was a director and writer, known for Draw Start (1975), Motiv (1984) and Posle togo, kak (1991). He died on 20 February 2024 in Russia.- Director
- Actor
- Writer
Roman Nesterenko was born on 3 August 1965 in the Soviet Union. He is a director and actor, known for The Oath (2020), Schaste vdrug (2019) and Virtualnyy roman (2006).- Aleksey Smolka was born on 6 August 1975 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Under Military Law (2015), Sotka (2018) and Ya z toboyu (2016).
- Valerii Fedorovych Zaluzhnyi was born on 8 July 1973 in Novohrad-Volynskyi, Zhytomyr Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union [now Ukraine].
- Cinematographer
- Writer
- Camera and Electrical Department
Igor Chernykh was born on 12 June 1932 in the Soviet Union. He was a cinematographer and writer, known for The Diamond Arm (1969), Garantiruyu zhizn (1978) and Zabludshiy (1966). He died on 15 July 2020 in Russia.- Mikhail Veller was born on 20 May 1948 in Kamianets-Podilskyi, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union. He is a writer, known for Uzkokoleyka, Pahupidi (1989) and Ballada o bombere (2011).
- Konstantin Ryabinov was born on 20 October 1964 in the Soviet Union. He died on 16 March 2020 in St. Petersburg, Russia.
- Oleksiy Danilov was born on 7 September 1962 in Krasnyi Luch, Luhansk Oblast, Ukrainian SSR, Soviet Union [now Khrustalnyi, Luhansk Oblast, Ukraine].
- Actor
- Director
Oleg Sheremet-Doska was born on 12 October 1961 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor and director, known for Dark Planet (2008), Pyataya strazha (2013) and Slove (2011).- Aleksandra Solovyova was born on 11 April 1932 in Tula, Soviet Union [now Russia]. She was an actress, known for Dom i khozyain (1968) and Putina (1972). She died on 13 October 1996.
- Director
- Writer
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Leida Laius was born on 26 March 1923 in Horoshevo, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union [now Russia]. She was a director and writer, known for Naerata ometi (1985), Libahunt (1968) and Kõrboja peremees (1979). She died on 6 April 1996 in Tallinn, Estonia.- Lyudmila Kupina was born on 9 February 1944 in the Soviet Union. She was an actress, known for Office Romance (1977), Trembita (1968) and Svetlaya rechka Vzdvizhenka (1971). She died on 11 October 2021 in Moscow, Russia.
- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Mikhail Grigorev was born on 4 July 1954 in Leningrad, Soviet Union (now Saint Petersburg, Russia). He is an actor and director, known for Komediya strogogo rezhima (1992), Skazka pro vlyublyonnogo malyara (1987) and The Castle (1994).- Author of the novels "Homo Ludus", "Rimanoa", the "Struggle" saga: "Prisoners of Darkness", "The Path to Power", "The Taste of Power", "Retribution in the Twilight", "Grip of Steel" and the "Abandoned world" saga: "the Awakening", "the Awareness".
Born beneath the stars of Moscow, our protagonist is a writer whose craft is shrouded in the mystique of his native city. From early years, he absorbed the atmosphere of cultural richness and incredible diversity that undoubtedly influenced his creative ascent.
Graduating from the history faculty of a prestigious university, our writer swiftly became a prominent figure among the new generation of literati. His words are not mere lines on paper; they are a kaleidoscope of emotions, highs, and lows, guiding the reader through the thickets of the human soul.
The first literary triumph came with the release of his debut novel, which instantly captivated readers with its depth and sophistication. Since then, each of his works is a journey into a unique world where every word, like an artist's brush, creates vivid images and evokes myriad emotions.
Our writer is not just a wordsmith but a thinker with a unique perspective on the world. His creations serve as a guiding star for those seeking to understand the depths of human existence.
Today, the name of this writer resonates with special reverence in literary circles, and his works continue to captivate and inspire new generations of readers. Born in Moscow, 14.01.1987, he has become the voice of his generation, and his pen is the magical key to the enchanting realm of literature. - Dimitri Bilov was born on 14 October 1967 in the Soviet Union. He is an actor, known for Westfalia (2014), Bad Cop: Kriminell gut (2017) and Rewind: Die zweite Chance (2017).
- Mikhail Smirnov was born on 1 May 1974 in the Soviet Union. He is a composer, known for Poklonnik (2001), Beglyanki (2007) and Platina (2007).
- Actor
- Director
- Writer
Vyacheslav Bogachyov was born on 29 August 1937 in the Soviet Union. He was an actor and director, known for Tyomnye allei (1991), I Remember You (1985) and Polyot s kosmonavtom (1980). He was married to Ella Burova and Z. Kuzmichyova. He died on 14 October 2000 in Moscow, Russia.- Boris Gelfand was born on 24 June 1968 in Minsk, Belarussian SSR, Soviet Union.
- Inna Stepanova was born on 4 May 1973 in the Soviet Union. She is an actress, known for Pogovorim, brat (1979), Pro Krasnuyu Shapochku (1977) and Zadacha s tremya neizvestnymi (1979).
- Vladlen Troshkin was born on 20 February 1930 in Moscow, Soviet Union. He was a director, known for Bolshoy den Evropy (1976). He was married to Nina Krachkovskaya. He died on 22 November 2015 in Moscow, Russia.