In Novosibirsk, employees of a local bar-restaurant filed a criminal complaint with law enforcement after Nikita Kologrivoy, known for the TV series The Boy’s Promise, allegedly caused a disturbance at the workplace. The report is referenced by an online outlet described as Paragraph, which links to the official document.
The events are said to have unfolded on the night of March 19. According to the account, the actor arrived at the restaurant around 3 a.m. and began behaving inappropriately toward portions of the staff, especially the female team members. The account states that Kologrivoy approached a stewardess and sat on her lap. When questioned about this conduct, he allegedly grabbed her by the neck and attempted to persuade her to kiss him, an advance that was rejected and resisted. Allegedly, he then bit the stewardess’s leg, leaving a noticeable hematoma. This description appears in the complaint and is attributed to the staff and the restaurant management. [Citation: Paragraph]
Additionally, employees claim that the actor issued threats of revenge against the entire team, amplifying concerns about safety and order inside the venue. The incident prompted a review of the night’s events and its impact on workers, guests, and the establishment’s reputation. [Citation: Paragraph]
The following day, March 20, Novosibirsk police received a request to monitor Kologrivoy for allegedly creating a riot at one of the city’s restaurants. The regional press service of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs confirmed that the star of The Boy’s Promise faced a statement for what was described as a gross violation of public order in a local establishment. [Citation: Paragraph]
On the same day, Kologrivoy was detained and brought to the Novosibirsk police department for questioning. According to the official documents, Article 20.1 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, which concerns minor hooliganism, was cited. A potential lawsuit under this article could lead to detention for up to 15 days. [Citation: Paragraph]
Earlier, statements from Nikita Kologrivoy’s father and stepmother addressed the incident, offering their reactions to the events at the restaurant. The family responses added another layer to the unfolding situation and prompted discussions about responsibility, accountability, and the pressures associated with public figures in nightlife venues. [Citation: Paragraph]
Legal observers note that incidents of this kind are processed under administrative codes that target disruptions of public order in commercial settings. The case illustrates how such episodes are handled from initial complaints through police actions and the potential for transitional measures while investigations proceed. It also highlights the importance for hospitality employers to maintain safety protocols, clear reporting channels, and appropriate response plans for tense situations involving high-profile guests. [Citation: Paragraph]