A new project about Vladimir Zhirinovsky has stirred casting talk as the team weighs the lead role for the biography. The production team suggests that a performer named Kologrivy could still be the central figure if the casting proves right and if the LDPR party does not block Zhirinovsky’s participation amid the recent controversy. [Citation: Industry reporting]
According to the director, the decision hinges on the casting process. If Kologrivy attends auditions, a decision will be made about whether his presence aligns with the film’s vision. The casting outcome will reflect not only the actor’s skill but how well the public profile fits the biographical approach. [Citation: Casting briefing]
Meanwhile, party spokespeople have indicated that now might not be the best moment to address such questions publicly. They emphasize that discussions should wait until a clearer state of affairs emerges. [Citation: Party communication]
Earlier reports from the production team stated that Kologrivy remained a candidate for the role even after a postponement tied to legal matters. The director has reiterated that the actor continues to be a contender as filming schedules are adjusted. [Citation: Production notes]
In other recent developments, a court in the region approved a detainment request for seven days for Nikita Kologrivoy over an incident in a social venue. The prosecutor’s office argued the sentence should be longer, seeking a 15-day detention instead. [Citation: Legal briefings]
Separately, the third season of a popular series has faced an unspecified delay, affecting production timelines across the board. [Citation: Industry timing]