Mugalim
Synopsis
Zhandos, a music teacher, lives in the small town of Balkhash and dreams of moving to a big city. He is loved by his students, and the school turns a blind eye to his side jobs. When a patron nostalgic for his hometown arrives, Zhandos is given the chance to leave and must decide what matters more: the art within him, or himself within art.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
San Sebastián International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ayana Nurdinova
- Original Title
- Mugalim
- Spoken Languages
- Kazakh, Russian
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ayana Nurdinova
Аружан Досымқожа
Department Leadership Roster
Ayana Nurdinova
Director
Аружан Досымқожа
Producer
More Like Mugalim
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mugalim
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Mugalim about?
Zhandos, a music teacher, lives in the small town of Balkhash and dreams of moving to a big city. He is loved by his students, and the school turns a blind eye to his side jobs. When a patron nostalgic for his hometown arrives, Zhandos is given the chance to leave and must decide what matters more: the art within him, or himself within art.
Who directed Mugalim?
Mugalim was directed by Ayana Nurdinova.
Who stars in Mugalim?
The principal cast of Mugalim includes Olzhas Dalelkhan, Rustem Zhaniyamanov, Shynar Zhanysbekova, Мадина Есманова, Bakhitzhan Alpeisov.
When was Mugalim released and how long is it?
Mugalim was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.