The screen adaptation of the novel "Abai" by Mukhtar Auezov recreates the story of prominent Kazakh poet and philosopher Abay Kunanbayev. The famous Kazakh poet became friends with the Russian exile, scientist Nifont Dolgopolov. Under the influence of their growing friendship, Abai formed some of his academic ideas and principles.
as Abai
as Aidar
as Kozhamkulov
as Erden
as Sharip
as Abish
as Kokpay
as Ospanov
as Dolgopolov - Nifont Ivanovich
as Narymbet
as Azhar
as Magish
as Karlygash
as Yerkezhan: Abay's young wife (uncredited)
as Oraz (uncredited)
as (uncredited)
