Luisa recalls the night everything shifted with startling clarity. The concert she had just attended left her buzzing with a restless excitement that clung to her long after she turned out the lights. She picked up her phone and began a long, almost compulsive hunt for videos that could replay those melodies. She hopped from one performance to another, chasing orchestras she would forget within hours, until a headline grabbed her attention: The best singer in the world. The nickname pulled her in, and she found herself listening with a growing, reluctant devotion. The artist was Dimash Kudaibergen, born in Aktobe in 1994, Kazakhstan’s brightest newcomer, a prodigy whose remarkable voice was just beginning to travel beyond his homeland. That morning Luisa vowed to stand behind him from afar. What she could not see then was that her growing admiration would pull her into an unexpected journey that would intertwine with her own life on a larger stage, as she and others began imagining a future where Dimash would perform in Madrid.
“The depth of his singing captured me completely”, she would later say. She spent countless afternoons diving into his recordings, chasing a sense of revelation that seemed to widen with every listen. There was a sting of shame in not being able to share the tide of feeling with anyone at the time, much of the commentary she found online came in Russian and Kazakh. Then one day a Spanish comment appeared, and without thinking she replied. It belonged to a Latin American fan who ran a Madrid-based fan club on the opposite side of the Atlantic. After exchanging messages, she learned there was a Spanish-speaking page, and Luisa quickly connected with management. Since then she has helped build the community alongside María José, Esther, Carmen, Laura, and Cristina. The team is drawn from different corners of the country, united by a shared love for Dimaş: they even launched a Facebook page with 14,000 members. The aim is clear: help Dimash reach Spain so his voice can be heard in concert halls here someday. The group remains hopeful even without an formal invitation, trusting in the magic of a future engagement.
Dimash rose to fame thanks to the television program I am a Singer, which captivated audiences in China in 2017. DIMASH UNIVERSE
Dimash first came into the spotlight on I Am a Singer, a show that electrified audiences across Asia in early 2017. By then he was already a respected figure in Kazakhstan, but his name had little resonance beyond his borders. The excitement surrounding the first episode quickly elevated him into an icon of the region. Critics and fans alike marvel at his extraordinary range and mastery, a five-octave bridge that lets him transition with ease from a resonant baritone to a soaring soprano. That versatility became his signature, contributing to a string of successes that included two albums and major tours that carried him to the United States, Germany, China, Russia, Dubai, and the Czech Republic. Spain remained a notable exception in his map of reach, even as interest grew.
Among the Spanish-speaking fans, a group of dedicated supporters has coined affectionate nicknames to express their bond with the artist. The movement is a family in many ways, a network of fans who remind each other that Dimash values every show of support. They describe a group that feels equally global in reach, with Chinese fans among the youngest and European fans among the most steadfast. The core group in Spain identifies with a tradition of educators and musicians, highlighting a lineage that includes Luisa as well as other collaborators who bring a broad background in classical and contemporary singing. Their shared memories trace back to Luisa’s upbringing, rooted in a family that valued arts and culture, a pair of famous Kazakh musicians who would routinely appear across the republic and instill a lifelong love of music.
12 days in Astana
Dimash’s artistic journey began early, with his first stage appearance at the age of two and his first piano lessons at five. A year later he claimed the Aynalayin competition, and soon he was composing. His early years framed a central idea: blend traditional sounds with modern pop. A versatile voice and a restless curiosity propelled him to triumph at festivals in Ukraine, Kyrgyzstan, and Belarus, and he began singing in languages as diverse as Arabic, Serbian, and Japanese. He experimented with traditional Kazakh instruments such as the kobyz, the duduk, and the dombra, weaving them into contemporary compositions. He earned more than fifty-five awards, including a national honor that recognized Kazakhstan’s most influential people on the occasion of the country’s thirtieth anniversary of independence. His devotion to homeland values shines through his performances, and he even received a commemorative medal from Pope Francis at a global congress on world religions, underscoring how Dimash transcends cultural and religious boundaries.
Luisa first saw Dimash perform in 2018, during a concert in London, marking her first trip outside Spain. The following year she journeyed to Astana to experience his art firsthand. The pilgrimage grew into a group of travelers who now organize tours together. Today, a vibrant community gathers to share stories from Riga to Düsseldorf and from Yerevan to Antalya, swapping impressions, planning meetups, and hosting auditions that spawn new merchandise and organizational efforts. The network continues to expand, driven by a shared passion and a determination to see Dimash perform for a larger audience.
Embassy support
Luisa describes the fan club as a family with annual Madrid gatherings where ideas for the next season are discussed, songs are sung, meals are shared, and dances are danced. On their latest get-together at a hotel near Atocha, a secretary from the Kazakh embassy attended and engaged in exhibitions and film screenings. The long-term goal is to establish courses to learn Kazakh in Spain, a project that could bridge two culturally distinct regions. Plans also include translating more Kazakh literature into Spanish, a challenge that demonstrates the group’s commitment to cultural exchange. While Dimash is not always easy to book locally, both sides remain optimistic about creating pathways for collaboration and education. The club has even sent gifts across the Atlantic, including a Kazakh bakery’s cake delivered to Dimash when he was in Los Angeles, so his family could share in a taste of home.
In recent months, the club has projected images on Times Square screens as a celebratory service for its anniversary. The encounter is not merely about fandom; it is a public assertion of connection and gratitude. Contributions come from members who support the club with voluntary gifts, ensuring there is no fixed fee to join. Thousands of fans access the community through a growing network that expands every month, a platform for sharing experiences, data, and impressions with colleagues in other countries. The chorus of voices describes Dimash as a force of nature, a rare talent who seems almost otherworldly to many listeners. Some fans compare his presence to that of Messi in football, a compliment paid to someone whose skill and artistry command attention. The club’s dialogues and gatherings reflect a shared sense of wonder and admiration for a performer who keeps challenging boundaries with every performance.