In Kazakhstan, plans for several Maxim Galkin performances were disrupted, with reports stating the comedian is labeled a foreign agent in Russia. The disruptions were covered by Life, which reported the cancellations and the reasons behind them.
One show was slated for October 8 at the Central Concert Hall in Astana. The organizer cited technical maintenance on water systems as the reason for the cancellation, noting work would run from October 4 through October 10. The event was officially scrubbed to ensure the venue could operate safely and up to standard once repairs were completed.
Another engagement listed for October 9 at the Palace of the Republic in Almaty faced a similar fate. The concert hall management announced closure on October 1 due to a stage mechanics emergency and indicated that repairs would take roughly two weeks. This timeline effectively canceled the performance while repairs were underway and the venue prepared for a safer return to events.
Earlier, on August 28, news emerged about a Tallinn show planned for September 15, 2023. That event was also canceled, though the official reason was not disclosed at the time. The situation left fans without a planned appearance in the Baltic capital for that month.
On August 30, Galkin responded to the cancellations with humor, addressing the barrage of flattering comments claiming that his presence abroad was no longer desired. He countered the rumor mill by announcing a renewed set of performances in Estonia, sharing plans for three concerts in February 2024. The cities listed were Tallinn, Tartu, and Jõhvi, with performances scheduled to run from February 16 to 18. This announced itinerary aimed to reassure fans that live shows would resume despite earlier postponements.
In related music industry chatter, other figures have spoken about public perception and professional relationships. Notably, Victor Drobysh commented on public statements made by Natasha Koroleva, adding an extra layer to the ongoing conversations surrounding artists and media narratives.