Samal Yeslyamova
ActingAbout Samal Yeslyamova
Samal Yeslyamova (born September 1, 1984) is a Kazakh actress. Samal later studied at the Russian Institute of Theatre Arts from 2007 to 2011 and she currently lives in Moscow. She made her screen debut in Tulpan (2008), Sergey Dvortsevoy’s drama that premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. The film won many awards including the APSA for Best Feature Film. At the time of filming Tulpan, Samal was only 19 years old and struggled to adjust to household chores and motherly duties required during her month living in a nomadic yurt for the shoot. Ayka is Yeslyamova’s second feature film and at the 2018 Cannes Film Festival she was awarded the prize for Best Actress.
Samal Yeslyamova Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Samal Yeslyamova reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 9 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Samal Yeslyamova's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 33% of Samal Yeslyamova's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Dad Croaked on Saturday, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Samal Yeslyamova Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Samal Yeslyamova's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Samal Yeslyamova has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Capitan Baitasov | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Dad Croaked on Saturday | Venera | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Grand Siege | Mohi | Flop | Similar → |
| 2022 | Three | Dina Sadykova | Average | Similar → |
| 2021 | District Center | Rita | Hit | Similar → |
| 2021 | The Horse Thieves. Roads of Time | Aigul | Flop | Similar → |
| 2020 | Batyrlar | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Ayka | Ayka | Hit | Similar → |
| 2009 | Tulpan | Samal | Average | Similar → |
Samal Yeslyamova - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Samal Yeslyamova?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Samal Yeslyamova is "Dad Croaked on Saturday" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Samal Yeslyamova acted in?
Samal Yeslyamova has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Samal Yeslyamova?
Other notable films include "District Center", "Ayka", and "Tulpan".