The premiere of the series The Boy’s Word, created by Zhora Kryzhovnikov, has been a topic of active discussion among viewers and industry observers. Reports from 116.ru noted that Blood on the Asphalt, which had been planned for television, did not go ahead as expected. This stance sparked conversations about the fate of Kryzhovnikov’s project and the state of the channel lineup at the time.
There were shifting details about The Boy’s Word’s air date on NTV. Initially scheduled for January 22, 2024, the program page on the channel’s site later omitted a fixed broadcast date and simply displayed a placeholder reading coming soon. Information from a source pointed to a new potential premiere date suggested by a trailer that bore the date January 29, hinting at possible scheduling changes that kept fans waiting for a concrete confirmation.
Meanwhile, the first episode of the series The Boy’s Promise was released for viewing in online cinemas on November 8, 2023, with the final episode becoming available on December 21. By the close of 2023, director Zhora Kryzhovnikov himself signaled that producers had begun discussions about a second season, signaling a degree of confidence in the project’s future and its reception among audiences and stakeholders alike.
Andrei Zolotarev, who wrote the screenplay for A Boy’s Word, acknowledged the potential for strong audience response, admitting he did not anticipate the project reaching such a sizable scale. This remark reflects the sense of ambition surrounding Kryzhovnikov’s storytelling approach and the expectations that accompanied the series as it entered broader circulation.
In January, Natalya Rudova weighed in on the possibility of appearing in the TV series, suggesting she would be comfortable taking on a role that involved playing a younger male character. Rudova indicated a willingness to participate, noting that she would portray a character described as a “boy” within the narrative, which would add a distinctive dynamic to the ensemble cast.
Rudova further observed that the Russian film industry often places strong emphasis on male-led narratives, and the series The Boy’s Word appears to align with that trend. Her comments underscored the industry’s ongoing interest in masculine archetypes and the ways in which these roles can shape a show’s tone and audience appeal.
Earlier remarks from Borodina had suggested that there was no immediate need for a second season, reflecting a cautious, measured approach to continuing the project. This sentiment indicated a focus on evaluating the first installment’s reception and performance before committing to further installments, a stance that many productions balance in today’s competitive market.