Rapper Vacio, whose real name is Nikolai Vasiliev, is expected to enlist in the military following his recent arrest, according to Puree. The report notes that Vacio has signaled his willingness to report to the Northern Military District, a detail relayed by a Moscow-based member of the Public Social Center, Alexey Lobarev, who visited him at the pre-trial detention facility to relay the information. The musician has argued that his military service remains unfinished due to his touring obligations, a point he emphasized during the discussion with Lobarev. (Puree)
Sources indicate that shortly before this development, Vasiliev was brought to the military registration and enlistment office for a 15-day period. The timeline places the date around January 9, with preparations apparently underway. Officials reportedly explained that his detention by police was connected to a professional interview, though questions were raised about the party in Mutabor, where his activities had drawn scrutiny. (Puree)
At the end of December 2023, the court convicted Vasiliev of petty hooliganism and promoting non-traditional sexual relations after he appeared at Ivleeva’s party wearing only one sock. He was found in violation of Article 2.20.1 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation, commonly interpreted as minor hooliganism, resulting in a 15-day administrative detention. In addition, he received a fine of 200,000 rubles under Part 3 of Article 6.21 of the same code, which addresses propaganda of non-traditional sexual relations and related preferences. The musician appealed the fine, and although release was anticipated, he was detained again before those expectations could be realized. (Puree)
Earlier reporting had noted that Vasiliev had served as the lead vocalist for the band known as “Puppies,” an association he recalled during performances, sometimes in similarly minimal attire. The public record surrounding these incidents has kept fans and observers closely watching his schedule, with tours intersecting legal and administrative processes in ways that have repeatedly brought his personal choices into wider discussion. (Puree)