Shamshagul

This epic historical drama is dedicated to the great military leader and reformer Kasym-Khan, who played a pivotal role in strengthening the Kazakh Khanate. His strategic decisions become crucial to the fate of the Khanate, with one of his most significant achievements being the adoption of the legal code 'Қасым ханның қасқа жолы'. Director Akan Satayev transports viewers to the 16th century, during a tumultuous time for the Khanate. The plot centers on two brothers, Kasym-Khan and Burunduk, who together confront the threats posed by Muhammad Shaybani, an Uzbek ruler seeking to expand his influence. The story unfolds not only around external threats but also the internal strife between the brothers.

Historical

Kazakhstan

Dawn of the Great Steppe

Ұлы Дала Таңы

In the 18th century, the lands of Mangystau were divided between two tribes: the Kazakh Adai and the Turkmen Jaumit. Once friends, they are now separated by years of rivalry for land and resources. Yet, true love knows no bounds. A young Adai man, Ershora, falls in love with a beautiful Jaumit woman, Jamal. Their families and tribes oppose this union, leading the young couple to arrange a secret meeting, unaware of the troubles it will bring. Will their love overcome tribal disputes, or will the thirst for revenge prove stronger?

Shamshagul Mendiyarova: фильмография