Altynbek Maksutov

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Altynbek Maksutov is a renowned Kyrgyz artist who has established himself in the field of theater as both an actor and a director. He is also recognized as a political figure in Kyrgyzstan. In 2019, he was awarded the title of People's Artist of the Kyrgyz Republic.

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Biography

Altynbek Maksutov is an actor, director, and political figure in Kyrgyzstan. He graduated from the Kurenkeev Special Musical College, where he studied acting, theatre, and film directing. Between 1993 and 2013, he progressed from an actor of the 2nd category to a leading master of the stage and stage director. From 2013 to 2014, he served as the chief director. Subsequently, he worked as the Minister of Culture, Information and Tourism, and from October 7, 2022, to February 21, 2025, he held the position of Minister of Culture, Information, Sport and Youth Policy of the Kyrgyz Republic.

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Career

1993 — 2013
actor of the 2nd category, actor of the 1st category, actor of the highest category, leading stage master, stage director
2013 — 2014
chief director
11.10.2014 — 27.07.2016
Minister of Culture, Information and Tourism
3.10.2022 — 7.10.2022
Acting Minister of Culture, Information, Sports and Youth Policy
of the Kyrgyz Republic
7.10.2022 — 21.02.2025
Minister of Culture, Information, Sports and Youth Policy
of the Kyrgyz Republic