Mentor Chulpan Khamatova, People’s Artist of Russia Vadim Keshner died 04/14/2023, 20:25

Kazan Academic Russian Great Drama Theater. Kachalová is saddened by the tragedy. The legendary actor, who is called Chulpan Khamatov’s mentor, has died. Colleagues and appreciative viewers adored him.

“The bright memory of Vadim Valentinovich Keshner will forever remain in the hearts of colleagues, students, viewers, friends, relatives and friends. My sincere condolences to the family and friends,” the theater management said.

The People’s Artist of Russia and Tatarstan played in many performances: he continued on stage until the last one. “He is known and loved by more than one generation of Kazan spectators, he has become one of the legendary figures of the Tatar theater,” the theater summarized.

From early childhood, the master organized performances in the yard for friends. Keshner entered the theater studio at the Kachal Theater in 1958. The actor served in the theater for more than 60 years: he played more than 120 roles. Keshner appeared on stage as Alexander Pushkin in “Only 13 Months”, as Alexander Aduev in “An Ordinary Story” and also as Will in “To Be or Not to Be”.

The actor also engaged in teaching activities. He has been working at the Kazan Theater School since 1977.

Chulpan Khamatova did not react to the death of the mentor. The actress emigrated to Latvia. He is trying to resume his career abroad.

Recently it was revealed that Chulpan tried to get a job in Georgia. But the local theater explained that they did not offer her the job.