Ravshana Bakhramovna Kurkova, a renowned Russian cinema and theatre actress, has had a distinguished career spanning over two decades, with a filmography boasting more than thirty productions since 2003.
Born in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, to a family deeply rooted in the acting profession, Ravshana's parents, Bakhram Matchanov and Rano Kubaeva, are both accomplished Uzbek actors, producers, and directors. Her early foray into acting began at the tender age of 12, when she played the role of Nigora, the daughter, in the philosophical art house drama "The Mystery of Ferns" (1992),directed by Rashid Malikov and produced by "Uzbekfilm" studio.
Ravshana's academic background is equally impressive, having graduated from one of the most prestigious music schools in Central Asia. Her parents later transferred her to a Tashkent lyceum, a branch of the University of London, where she completed her secondary education.
In the late 1990s, Ravshana relocated to Moscow, where she enrolled in the philological faculty of the Moscow State Pedagogical University. After earning her diploma, she worked as an editor on a television talk show.
Ravshana's acting skills were honed under the guidance of Tatyana Pyshnova, a professor at the Mikhail Shchepkin Higher Theatre School. Her theatre credits include leading roles in plays by Ivan Vyrypaev, such as "Unbearably Long Embraces" and "Illusions", both performed at the Moscow theatre "Praktika" ("Practice").
Ravshana Kurkova's multifaceted career has solidified her position as a prominent figure in the Russian entertainment industry, with a range of film and theatre credits that showcase her exceptional talent and dedication to her craft.
