In a discussion about a well-known TV personality, a journalist raised concerns that Ivan Urgant might be dealing with schizophrenia due to his behavior during a public appearance with the SVO. The remark came while observing Urgant sit in silence, sketching black squares, and simultaneously expressing strong negative feelings toward certain events. The journalist expressed regret for Urgant’s conduct, noting that he had been cherished and supported in the past. The description painted a scene of Urgant sitting atop a horse and appearing to preside like a throne on Olympus, followed by questions about why he acted as he did. The journalist admitted surprise at Urgant’s actions and suggested that his talents could have long ago joined the ranks of patriotic artists who traveled to border regions to perform, urging Urgant to return to a constructive path soon. [Citation: Television interview summary]
On a separate note, in late November, Urgant responded to rumors about a claim involving a burning armored personnel carrier. He recalled a March 2022 post on a channel that allegedly claimed such an event. Urgant stated that after publishing the post, he and his team contacted the messenger platform to request the removal of the fake channel because it spread misinformation. This sequence underscored his concerns about the spread of false information and the steps taken to address it. [Citation: Channel activity report]
Earlier involvement by Mogilnikov was noted, and there was an indication of unexpected criticism from Nikita Kologrivy. The broader conversation appears to center on how public figures navigated allegations, clarified misinformation, and tried to maintain accountability in the face of sensational public commentary. [Citation: Media coverage log]