Nurtas Adambay
Directing
Biography
Nurtas Adambay (born 14 December 1981; Dzhambul) is a Kazakh actor, screenwriter, director, and producer. He is a key figure in the country’s film industry, known for his work in both commercial comedy and gritty drama. He first gained popularity through KVN and the sketch show Nasha Kazasha. For many years, he was primarily known as a comedic talent, especially after the success of the series "Escape from Village" (Pobeg iz Aula). His most recognizable project is the "Kelinka Sabina" film franchise, which became one of the most successful domestic releases in the history of Kazakhstan's modern cinema. Nurtas later expanded his career into serious dramatic filmmaking. He wrote, directed, and starred in the crime drama "Taraz" (2016), which was screened at several international festivals and received awards at genre-specific film events in the US. In 2018, he wrote and directed the psychological thriller "Lift", further proving his range behind the camera. Through his own company, Nurtas Production, he continues to develop a wide variety of projects, balancing mainstream hits with auteur-driven cinema.
Known For
“Whatever falls from heaven, you may keep.” So goes the unwritten law of the Kazakh steppes. A law avidly adhered to by the inhabitants of a small village, who collect the space debris that falls downrange from the nearby Baikonur space station. The last two youthful members of the village are the radio operator Iskander, known as Gagarin, and the spirited Nazira. While Nazira finds it increasing difficult to conceal her love for Iskander by means of her unconventional behaviour, Iskander is evidently not only crazy about Baikonur and the vastness of outer space, but also deeply smitten with the beautiful French astronaut Julie Mahé, whose journey to the stars he wistfully follows on television.
Baikonur
Azamat agrees to kidnap his best friend's fiancé Alia, before their marriage, in accordance to a Kazakh tradition. But when Azamat's family mistakenly believes that Alia is his wife-to-be, he's forced to marry his best friend's bride.
Wedding for Three
A rich oligarch is setting a two million dollar prize contest looking for a perfect girl who will give a birth to his grandson.
Kayrat Champion
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Кzландия
Once upon in a time in Taraz, a bunch of friends goes to night club and find themselves in a tricky situation after conflict with son of local mobster.
Taraz
The beloved wife and daughter-in-law Sabina faces new challenges.
Kelinka Sabina 2
An elderly security guard and a young businessman find themselves locked in an elevator for three days. During this time, everyone will try to prove the correctness of their life principles.
The Elevator
Since childhood, Sabina dreamed of becoming a real star, and now, finally, her dream gets a chance to come true. But what price will she have to pay for it?
Kelinka Sabina 3
Timur pretends to be his friend's fiancé in order to save her from her father's wrath.
I Am the Groom
Sabina is a spoiled daughter of rich parents from Almaty. Her entire life is night clubs and expensive clothes. The young lady's lifelong dream is to marry an Arabian sheikh and move from Kazakhstan to Dubai, to live in the Jumeirah Beach. However, once upon a time Sabina's life dramatically changes, so she becomes the wife of shepherd Zhanibek and a typical Kazakh daughter-in-law. Now her new dream is escape from the village.
Kelinka Sabina
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Наша KZаша
A story about five best friends who left their village to make a fortune in big city.
Escape from Village
A young major named Azamat, accustomed to a comfortable city life, by coincidence, is sent to work as an akim in a remote village.
Akim
A story about young struggling talent from province who dreams about a career of singer and madly in love with famous artist.
Cocktail for the Star
The story is about matchmakers from Astana and Shymkent, whose children decided to get married. The first — Jeannette and Tolik — thought their daughter would marry the minister's son, the second — that their son would bring home a daughter-in-law who knows all the customs and traditions. Preparing for a wedding can turn into a serious war between matchmakers.