Liya Akhedzhakova
ActingAbout Liya Akhedzhakova
Liya M. Akhedzhakova (born July 9, 1938, Dnepropetrovsk, Ukrainian SSR) is a Russian theatre and cinema actress. Honored Artist of the RSFSR (1970) and People's Artist of Russia (1994). She became famous for her roles in Eldar Ryazanov's films, especially "Office Romance" (1977), "Garage" (1979), "Irony of Fate" (1975) and "Promised Heaven" (1991). She twice received the Nika Award for Best Supporting Actress for her roles as Aunt Fima in "Promised Heaven" and a Japanese restaurant worker in "Portraying the Victim" in 1992 and 2007, respectively.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Liya Akhedzhakova reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Liya Akhedzhakova's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 52% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Liya Akhedzhakova remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Talisman, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Liya Akhedzhakova Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Liya Akhedzhakova's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Liya Akhedzhakova.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Comet Halley | Yanga Lvovna Artemieva | Average | Similar → |
| 2018 | Leto | Flat's Owner | Hit | Similar → |
| 2017 | A Gentle Creature | Human Rights activist | Average | Similar → |
| 2012 | Mommies | Svetlana Semyonovna | Flop | Similar → |
| 2011 | Ivan Tsarevich & the Grey Wolf | Баба-Яга (озвучка) | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Gogol the Bird | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Four Ages of Love | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2007 | White Lilacs | Anna Sergeevna | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Potapov, to the Board! | Biology Teacher | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2006 | Playing the Victim | Waitress in Japanese restaurant | Average | Similar → |
| 2005 | Казароза | Maja Antonovna | Hit | Similar → |
| 1992 | I Wanted to See Angels | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1991 | Promised Heaven | Fima | Flop | Similar → |
| 1991 | Trap for Bambr | Mouse (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1990 | Pretty Face | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1990 | In the Footsteps of the Bambr | Mouse (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | Sofia Petrovna | Maria Erastovna Kiparisova | Hit | Similar → |
| 1989 | AyAyAy! | - | Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Ferocious Bambr | Mouse (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | An Excuse | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | A Small Favor | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Copper Angel | Росита | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Fairies' Autumn Gift | Fairy of Sadness | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Koe-chto iz Gubernskoy Zhizni | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Talisman | Grandmother | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Alice Through the Looking Glass | The White Queen (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Department | Barvinskaya | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Vacation at Your Own Expense | Irina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Uncle's Dream | Sofya Karpukhina | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Where Did Fomenko Go? | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Eighth World Wonder | Julia Jermolina | Flop | Similar → |
| 1980 | Moscow Does Not Believe in Tears | Club Director Olga Pavlovna | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Say a Word for the Poor Hussar | модистка Лулу | Hit | Similar → |
| 1980 | Hurry to Do Good | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Garage | Елена Павловна Малаева, младший научный сотрудник | Hit | Similar → |
| 1979 | When I Will Become a Giant | Dzhulietta Ashotovna | Average | Similar → |
| 1979 | The Black Wizard's Gift | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | Crane in the Sky | Роза Козодоева | Average | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Pretty Man | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Office Romance | секретарша Верочка | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Zhikharka | Zhikharka (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Two Maples | (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | Secret, for All the World Only | Yelizaveta Nikolayevna | Flop | Similar → |
| 1976 | Twenty Days Without War | Woman with clocks | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | The Irony of Fate, or Enjoy Your Bath! | Tanya, Nadia's friend | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Ivan and Marya | Princess Agrafina | Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Looking for a Man | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1973 | Шапка-невидимка | Pioneer on the bike (voice) | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1971 | Late Child | - | Average | Similar → |
| 1968 | Return | Petrushka | Average | Similar → |
Liya Akhedzhakova - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Liya Akhedzhakova?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Liya Akhedzhakova is "Talisman" with a rating of 9.0/10.
How many movies has Liya Akhedzhakova acted in?
Liya Akhedzhakova has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Liya Akhedzhakova?
Other notable films include "Шапка-невидимка", "Potapov, to the Board!", and "Looking for a Man".