The second installment of the documentary series about Mikhail Gorshenev, the frontman of the punk rock group Korol i Shut and best known by the nickname Gorshok, is set to premiere on July 19 in an online cinema platform. The project continues the biographical exploration that tracks the life, art, and enduring influence of the late musician.
The biopic centers on the life of Gorshenev, a pivotal figure in Russian punk history, whose leadership helped shape a generation of fans and fellow artists. Producers describe the film as a two‑part cinematic experience that blends themes of love, loyalty, and the power of music to unify people across diverse backgrounds.
The concluding segment of the project aligns with the anniversary of Gorshenev’s passing. The musician was found deceased in a country residence near Saint Petersburg at the age of 39. Investigations indicated that the cause of death involved a combination of heart complications and external factors related to substance use. The circumstances surrounding the event have left a lasting imprint on fans and the music community alike.
The debut portion of the project, titled Mikhail Gorshenev. The Legend of The King and the Jester, was released on April 24 to audiences eager to learn more about the artist’s journey and his creative legacy.
In 2023, a television series titled The King and the Jester came to audiences in a format that blends a punk saga with a fantastical take on the band’s lore. It chronicles the story of the group Korol i Shut and its leaders Gorshenev and Andrey Knyazev, also known as Knyaz. The series introduces a parallel fantasy thread that mirrors the band’s own lyric mythology, weaving music, myth, and reality into a shared narrative. The principal roles were portrayed by Konstantin Plotnikov and Vlad Konoplev, who brought to life the characters of Pot and the Prince respectively.
Earlier, Zoidova, a performer associated with the feature film about Gorshenev, spoke publicly about the personal experiences connected to a relationship strain tied to an intimate scene in the drama, underscoring how the artist’s life and art intersected in ways that resonated with audiences.