Dmitry Nazarov is set to face scrutiny by the Prosecutor General’s Office following a call from social activists affiliated with the Fathers of Russia movement. The report, attributed to the Telegram channel Mash, indicates that the actors’ union and supporters are pressing for consequences.
Activists are calling for banning Nazarov from all performances within Russia and urging him to undertake public service as a form of accountability.
The demands come after Nazarov criticized Russia’s actions abroad, specifically commenting on the country’s military operation in Ukraine and the conduct of the Russian Armed Forces while outside the homeland.
Although Nazarov was previously fined 50,000 rubles for his remarks, the plan remains for him to participate in various events inside Russia. If his statements are deemed to discredit the Russian army within the next year, he could face up to seven years in prison.
Reports suggest a scheduled performance in Smolensk was canceled in light of the ongoing controversy.
In a related development, ballerina Anastasia Volochkova faced scrutiny after a scandal involving the destruction of a wing from a Soviet aircraft. Following investigations by the Investigative Committee and the Ministry of Internal Affairs, she was not held responsible for desecrating symbols of Russian military glory, with authorities noting that the aircraft had been used solely for filming and was not a World War II monument.
Earlier, musician Igor Nikolaev registered the brand “Let’s drink to love.” Here is a broader look at how cultural figures respond to political tensions and the legal framework surrounding public commentary in Russia today, and how performances and brand actions intersect with state narratives. Attribution: Mash Telegram channel and official reporting streams.