Yuri Stoyanov, a celebrated People’s Artist of Russia, finds relaxation in carpentry. He revealed this during a feature with Channel Five [Channel Five].
In his own workshop, the actor closes the door and spends time shaping wood. He talks about cutting, assembling sofas, chairs, and tables, letting his mind rest completely. He describes the moment as a holiday for the soul, a break from thought and routine.
Stoyanov jokes that the only real concern during these sessions is keeping fingers intact. He notes that many pieces end up as gifts for friends, with only a single table remaining in his home as a personal keepsake.
Recently, the craftsman turned his attention to knife making. He explains that these are not wooden toys but real, certified blades that comply with strict GOST standards. He notes that a knife, by those rules, is not a combat weapon but a well-made tool suitable as a thoughtful gift.
In a broader conversation, Stoyanov expressed contrition for some of his film work in the past. He also shared a longtime dream realized when he acted in a film alongside his friend and former classmate Viktor Sukhorukov. The duo starred in the project Five Percent, marking a notable moment in his acting career [Channel Five].
Earlier reports mentioned artists Mark Eidelstein and Yura Borisov appearing in Sean Baker’s film Anora, underscoring the ongoing connections among actors in contemporary cinema and the evolving landscape of their collaborations [Channel Five].