Lev Zulkarnaev, known for portraying Winter in the television series The Boy’s Word, is set to take on a new role as a young man with autism in an upcoming series, as reported by HABER.ru. The project aims to bring a compassionate, human-centered look at autism through the lens of a road movie that blends adventure with social commentary.
“This is a significant role for me”, Zulkarnaev stated. “I portray a person who lives with autism, and the story explores how society responds to him. The film follows an unusual, journey-driven path that blends humor, tension, and reflection about inclusion and understanding”, he explained to HABER.ru. The actor emphasizes that the character is more than a diagnosis, a real person navigating everyday challenges and moments of connection.
The series centers on three neighbors in Yekaterinburg who share a landing and pursue various personal goals. While one evening they stumble upon a provocative film, Zulkarnaev’s character is instantly drawn to an actor he sees, sparking a rush of emotions and a decision to explore new possibilities. The neighbors decide to travel to Saint Petersburg in a bid to uncover new experiences and expand their horizons, leading to a sequence of events that tests friendship, ambition, and resilience, as described by HABER.ru.
Since the success of The Boy’s Word, Zulkarnaev has noted a surge in media attention and public interest. He spoke about the hope that sudden popularity will not disrupt his inner balance or derail his professional progress. He stressed the importance of maintaining self-awareness and staying true to one’s core values, noting that fame can be fleeting and should never eclipse personal integrity, as reported by HABER.ru.
He added that internal steadiness matters most. Fame, he suggested, should not alter the sense of self or destabilize the inner harmony that guides his work. The actor acknowledged the risk of distractions that come with rising visibility but affirmed his commitment to staying grounded and focused on meaningful, craft-driven goals rather than chasing transient desires, according to HABER.ru.
Earlier, the star of the TV series Words of a Child had spoken about limits and choices in his career, including a period away from theater. He outlined a preference for diverse experiences that enrich his acting and personal growth without compromising the authenticity of his performances, as noted by HABER.ru.