During a chat with a representative from the online cinema Wink RIA News, a question about a potential second season of The Boy’s Word, Zhora Kryzhovnikov’s popular series set in Kazan during the 1980s, remained unanswered. The show follows a tangled world of youth groups, where the struggle for identity and loyalty runs deep and the streets remember every decision. There’s blood on the asphalt, a stark reminder of the series’ brutal honesty and raw atmosphere that has kept fans hooked.
Wink reportedly wants viewers to wait for the final episode, which is slated to premiere by the end of 2023. The streaming platform has not confirmed future installments, and the exact fate of the story remains in the air as creators weigh the arc’s culmination and the emotional impact they want to leave on audiences.
Wink’s press office noted that the adjustments in the last episodes came from the director’s personal choice. A spokesperson emphasized that Kryzhovnikov aimed to craft an ending that would feel cooler, sharper, and more emotionally resonant, pushing the emotional core of the narrative to a higher plane and inviting viewers to revisit the series’ most pivotal moments with fresh eyes.
In related remarks, actress Yulia Peresild expressed sincere appreciation for her colleague’s work, highlighting the strong collaboration with his daughter Anna, who portrays Aigul in The Boy’s Word. Peresild described the project as a complex, dramatic undertaking in which every scene requires precise, mature handling. She credited Kryzhovnikov with guiding the cast with sensitivity and discipline, noting that his leadership helped actors reach a deeper level of performance.
Media observers have also reflected on industry dynamics around Russian television and artistic risk. A former founder of the band Pink Floyd once suggested that performing on Russian television carries unique pressures and risks for performers. The comment underscores a broader conversation about creative autonomy, censorship, and the evolving landscape for artists working in regional productions that gain national attention.