In a recent episode of his eponymous program, TV presenter Vladimir Solovyov raised the possibility of Garik Kharlamov being sent to the front. The remarks came as the journalist pushed back against a comedian’s joke about the country’s current state, as reported by mk.ru.
A clip circulated on social media showing Kharlamov performing alongside Dmitry Malikov, singing about domestically produced cars that are described as being assembled from Chinese components and allegedly priced around 100 rubles. The lyrics also claim that Russians face restrictions entering a number of unspecified countries. The video closes with a question that hints at a forthcoming plan: “Tell us, you have some kind of plan, right?”
Solovyov praised Kharlamov’s talent but argued that the entertainer does not grasp the reality unfolding in the country. “Garik, do you know that the country is at war? Do you know what is happening here?” the host pressed, suggesting there is a need for a clearer understanding of national circumstances.
Solovyov continued by proposing a provocative scenario that would expose the public to a broader view of global events: “For example, I will take all of you and send you to the front as a propaganda brigade, so you can gain a general understanding of what’s happening in the world.”
Earlier, Nikolai Kartozia, who served as general director of the TV channel and as producer and former director of the NTV prime program, clarified the reasons behind the closure of the Bulldog Show featuring Kharlamov, which aired on NTV in 2010, addressing longstanding questions about the program’s fate. The exchange underscores ongoing tensions around media commentary, national sentiment, and the responsibilities of public figures when discussing sensitive topics.
In another film reference, Kharlamov appeared in a discussion related to the film Viy, where a collaboration with Leonid Kuravlev sparked dialogue about potential missteps in the production process, illustrating how offhand remarks and cinematic moments can become flashpoints in public discourse. These incidents collectively illuminate the tightrope that public entertainers walk when addressing political and social concerns in contemporary Russia, especially in an environment where state media narratives and celebrity voices intertwine to shape public perception. (Source: mk.ru)”}