A report circulated that Konstantin Meladze, the renowned musician and composer, faced the loss of his residence permit in Russia. The information appeared on the Telegram channel Secular Chronicle and quickly drew attention to his current status in the country.
The narrative suggested that Meladze’s business assets were dissolved as part of the process leading to the cancellation of his residence permit. It was claimed that his intellectual property filings were liquidated on August 15, 2023, with the stated reason being the expiration of the official document that granted him temporary or permanent residence in Russia. The claim has not been independently verified by official records, and sources note that such matters are often handled through complex administrative procedures. [Citation: Secular Chronicle]
Following the escalation of the conflict in Ukraine and the ensuing special operation, Konstantin Meladze and his wife, singer Vera Brezhneva, reportedly departed Russia. Reports indicate that the artist has continued to perform internationally and has released new music abroad. Amid these moves, speculation arose about a possible breakup, yet no formal confirmation or denial has been issued by the couple. [Citation: Secular Chronicle]
In May 2023, Valery Meladze, a prominent singer and Konstantin’s relative in the public eye, publicly refuted rumors that she had left Russia with her brother. The clarification aimed to reassure fans and clarify misinformation circulating at the time. [Citation: Secular Chronicle]
In February 2023, Brezhneva and Meladze put their estate on the market. The property, known as the House of Artists, is located in the Millennium Park cottage settlement in the Moscow region and spans roughly 700 square meters across three stories. The asking price cited was about 299 million rubles. The listing drew interest from media outlets and fans following its appearance on the market. [Citation: Secular Chronicle]
Earlier, model Anastasia Kostenko discussed relocating to the United States, contributing to a broader discussion about geographic moves among Russian public figures during a period of significant political and social upheaval. [Citation: Secular Chronicle]