The Cord
Кіндік
Synopsis
Kuanysh, who is about to enroll at an American university, is the pride of his single mother, Dinara. Divorced when Kuanysh was young, Dinara has devoted herself to caring for her son, but as a teenager he has a world his mother is not privy to. One day, Kuanysh goes to a club with his friends and becomes involved in an assault incident, which turns into a homicide when the victim dies during the investigation. The wealthy and influential parents of Kuanysh’s friends attempt to make him the culprit, and now Dinara must protect her son by her own means.
Release History & Theatrical Window
Busan International Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Darkhan Tulegenov
- Screenplay & Story
- Anel Sartayeva, Perizat Myrzakhmet, Luiza Zaripova, Kair Akira, Altynbek Krykbaev
- Original Score
- Abai Akbaev
- Original Title
- Кіндік
- Country of Origin
- Kazakhstan
- Spoken Languages
- Kazakh, Russian, English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Salem Entertainment
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Aigerim Mustafa
Dinara
Tolkyn Nurbekova
Sara
Assel Akbarova
Asel
Ansar Bolatbekuly
Kuanysh
Damir Amangel’din
Sanzhar
Dana Amirkul
Leila
Olzhas Abay
Mukhtar
Kadirgali Kobentay
Nurlan
Zhanat Ospanov
Tair
Nyshanbek Zhubanaev
Marat
Daniyar Sagitzhanov
Arman
Alikhan Lepesbaev
Ruslan
Sultanbek Anarbekov
Kanat
Zhanat Tynbaev
Damir
Maksat Sabitbek
Investigator's Assistant
Dastan Kushekbayev
Public Defender
Bereke Berdenov
Syrym
Adil Kapash
Arsen
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Darkhan Tulegenov
Anel Sartayeva, Perizat Myrzakhmet, Luiza Zaripova, Kair Akira, Altynbek Krykbaev
Abai Akbaev
Satbek Bakyt
Yerkin Sagindykov, Almatbek Amangeldy
Igor Tsay, Kuat Sadykov, Rustem Omarov, Anel Sartayeva, Elya Iskakova
Department Leadership Roster
Darkhan Tulegenov
Director
Igor Tsay
Producer
Kuat Sadykov
Producer
Rustem Omarov
Producer
Anel Sartayeva
Producer
Anel Sartayeva
Writer
Perizat Myrzakhmet
Writer
Luiza Zaripova
Writer
Satbek Bakyt
Director of Photography
Kazybek Tabylganov
Production Design
Yerkin Sagindykov
Editor
Almatbek Amangeldy
Editor
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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BIFF2026 Trailer | 탯줄 The Cord | 비전 - 아시아
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-09-01
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Cord
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Cord about?
Kuanysh, who is about to enroll at an American university, is the pride of his single mother, Dinara. Divorced when Kuanysh was young, Dinara has devoted herself to caring for her son, but as a teenager he has a world his mother is not privy to. One day, Kuanysh goes to a club with his friends and becomes involved in an assault incident, which turns into a homicide when the victim dies during the investigation. The wealthy and influential parents of Kuanysh’s friends attempt to make him the culprit, and now Dinara must protect her son by her own means.
Who directed The Cord?
The Cord was directed by Darkhan Tulegenov.
Who stars in The Cord?
The principal cast of The Cord includes Aigerim Mustafa, Tolkyn Nurbekova, Assel Akbarova, Ansar Bolatbekuly, Damir Amangel’din.
When was The Cord released and how long is it?
The Cord was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for The Cord?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Cord was composed by Abai Akbaev.