In Ulan-Ude, the cancellation of a Kristina Orbakaite concert prompted questions from the music community and fans alike. Alexander Kachan, who serves as concert director for the celebrated singer, expressed confusion about the decision. In an interview with the online publication Paragraf, Kachan conveyed a sense of bewilderment regarding the sudden turn of events surrounding the March 13 performance titled “Again!” in Ulan-Ude. The announcement left many wondering what exactly led to the abrupt change in plans and whether there were new considerations at play for the artist’s tour schedule in the region.
According to Kachan, there seemed to be a mismatch between Orbakaite’s prior appearances on federal television during New Year’s programs and the reasons cited for canceling the Ulan-Ude concert. He noted that the basis for the cancellation remained unclear, and he urged clarification on why this decision was unfolding at that particular time and in that locale, given the artist’s recent public exposure. This sentiment of uncertainty was shared by fans who had anticipated the live event and sought an explanation from the organizers and local authorities. (Citation: Paragraf)
Earlier, on January 19, the Ministry of Sports and Youth Policy of Buryatia announced the cancellation of the Orbakaite concert. The decision followed complaints from activists who advocated for intercepting or altering the artist’s participation in the republic’s cultural life. Two days prior, a local public organization, comprised of war veterans, workers, members of the armed forces, and law enforcement personnel, called on the Minister of Culture of Buryatia, Soelma Dagaeva, to cancel Kristina Orbakaite’s tour in the region. The organization asserted that Orbakaite’s financing of the Armed Forces of Ukraine was the reason behind the concert cancellations, framing the issue within broader political tensions. (Citation: Paragraf)
Raising the profile of public sentiment, Zhambal-Zhamso Zhanaev, head of the Martial Brotherhood organization, commented that the people of Buryatia are deeply patriotic and tend to regard artists who oppose Russia with caution or disapproval. His remarks underscored a broader climate in which cultural events can become focal points for regional political discourse and public allegiance, particularly when allegations touch on sensitive national matters. (Citation: Paragraf)
Meanwhile, Orbakaite’s personal life also drew attention, with a recent romantic photograph featuring her husband, who is seven years younger than she is, adding another dimension to media interest surrounding the artist during this period of discussion and review. (Citation: Paragraf)