Nikolai Karachentsov is a legend of Soviet cinema, theater and music. Fans remember him for the films "The Adventure of Electronics", "Dog in the Manger", as well as the play "Juno and Avos". Of course, this is not a complete list of works in which Karachentsov's success shines.
Impressive experience on the set and theatrical stage - allowed Nikolai to take the position of academician of the Russian Academy of Cinematographic Arts "Nika". He lived an incredibly rich creative life, and could well continue to delight fans with his acting on the set and stage, if not for the tragic event that happened to him in 2005.
Childhood and youth of Nikolai Karachentsov
The artist's date of birth is October 27, 1944. He was born in the very heart of the Russian Federation - Moscow. He was lucky to be brought up in a primordially intelligent and creative family.
The head of the family proved himself in the fine arts. He was an Honored Artist of the RSFSR. For a long time, the father of the future idol of millions worked in one of the most prestigious publications in Russia - Ogonyok.
Nikolai's mother, Yanina Evgenievna Brunak, was also not devoid of talents. At one time she held the position of choreographer-director. She managed to work in prestigious Moscow theaters. She maintained not only working, but also friendly relations with many Russian actors.
Karachentsov Jr. showed his creative potential from a young age. Nikolai took part in school productions. Around the same period of time, he became part of the Active team.
Nikolai Karachentsov loved to perform on stage, but after graduating from school, he doubted for a long time what profession he should connect his life with. In the end, the choice fell on the theater university. He had a desire to become a professional actor.
In the 60s of the last century, he became a student at the prestigious Moscow Art Theater School. Nikolai was one of the most successful students of his stream, which allowed him to graduate with honors from an educational institution. He entered the list of 10 most talented graduates of the Moscow Art Theater. Further, according to the distribution, he ended up in Lenkom, to which he devoted most of his life.
Nikolai Karachentsov: creative path
Despite the lack of rich experience, he created amazing and memorable images on stage. His playing style was mesmerizing. Karachentsov - instantly turned into a Moscow theater star. Each performance in which Nikolai played was doomed to success.
With his arrival at "Lenkom" - theatrical life began to beat in full swing. The director, who appreciated the possibilities of Nikolai, realized that in front of him was not just a man, but a real genius. After the debut performance, the young artist got the main role (for that time it was amazing). He played a key role in the production of "Till".
The production of "Till" made an indelible impression on the Moscow public. After watching, I wanted to remember this production. Memories I wanted to keep as long as possible in memory. Everyone who saw the game of Karachentsov drew something spiritual for himself. It seems that at that time "Til" was visited by half of the inhabitants of Moscow.
Nikolai Karachentsov in "Til" tried on the image of a bully. Daring, bold, original - he became a real idol of youth. By the way, the performance of this key role brought him the status of a universal actor. He turned out to be a singer, an acrobat, a musician.
The artist's success was doubled by the production of The Star and Death of Joaquin Murieta. For the first time, a rock opera was staged in the mid-70s of the last century. For a little less than 20 years, the performance was staged in the Moscow theater.
But, of course, Juno and Avos should be included in the list of the most popular theater operas in which Nikolai took part. For a long time, the production remained the hallmark of the theatre. It is not difficult to guess that Karachentsov was in the center of attention.
Success after success, awards, key roles, the love of fans, the recognition of colleagues and directors - Nikolai became the key figure figure of the Lenkom Theater. Throughout his creative career, he played in dozens of performances, musicals, dramas, rock operas. In each role, he felt as organic as possible. The artist was able to perfectly convey the mood and character of his hero.
Music and films with the participation of Nikolai Karachentsov
In the creative biography of Nikolai, it was not without participation in films. For the first time on the set, he appeared at sunset in the 60s. A really serious success came to the artist after he starred in the film "Elder Son". Everyone who took part in the filming of the picture woke up popular. The film is still enjoyed by modern audiences today. It can easily be included in the list of cinematic masterpieces.
Since the mid-70s of the last century, he has become one of the most sought-after and highly paid artists in Russia. He gets roles in various genres. Fans and ordinary spectators loved to watch the game of Nikolai. The actor never took on roles that are not close to him. There were also rumors that he took impressive fees for working on the film.
He was an amazing person who tried himself in different roles. Despite the constant workload and tight tour schedule, Karachentsov loved to sing. He had a good voice. Throughout his life, he developed vocal abilities.
The hallmark of Karachentsov is still a hit for all ages. We are talking about the love ballad "I will never forget you" (with the participation of Anna Bolshova).
He often took part in interesting collaborations. Nikolay felt his partner well. Really duets were born on the stage, from which it was impossible to take your eyes off. Together with Olga Kabo, the singer recorded the compositions "Random Street" and "Scriptwriter", which did not leave fans indifferent.
In 2014, an anniversary concert was held in the theater, to which Karachentsov gave his whole life. Around the same period of time, in the capital's House of Books, those who are not indifferent organized a creative evening for Nikolai. It was dedicated to the release of a double disc, which was called "The Best and Unreleased".
Nikolai Karachentsov: details of the artist's personal life
It was rumored that women fell in love with Nikolai not because of external data, but because of crazy energy and charisma. It was impossible to get past him. Crowds of women fell in love with him. This happened with Lyudmila Porgina (actress of Lenkom). The girl was not stopped by her marital status. At the time of meeting Nikolai, she was officially married.
The woman was not stopped by the presence of her husband. The stormy romance of theater stars grew into something more. In the mid-70s, the couple officially legalized the relationship. By the way, Lyudmila and Nikolai pulled the trail of the strongest married couple in the circle of show business stars.
Nikolai can be attributed to lucky people, since he was lucky even in his personal life. A few years later, a son was born in the family. By the way, Nikolai Karachentsov did not follow in the footsteps of his parents. The man chose the profession of a lawyer for himself.
The couple lived together for over 40 years. During this time, the artist was credited with novels with Soviet singers, young actresses and dancers. But, it still remains a mystery whether this is true or slander. The artist has never commented on such topics. His wife also tried to avoid provocative questions.
After the artist's death, magazines increasingly began to publish articles about the artist's possible novels. For example, in 2021 the singer Азиза said that she had a short relationship with Nikolai. The widow took the information rather skeptically.
According to Aziza, Nikolai began to pay increased attention to her. The singer assured that they had a short relationship that did not develop into something serious.
Accident involving a Russian artist
At the end of February 2005, Nikolai got into a serious traffic accident. The artist was in the country. He was in a hurry to go home to Moscow, because his relatives were taken aback by the sad news about the death of his wife's mother.
He ignored the safety rules by not wearing his seat belts. An icy road and a significant excess of speed led to the fact that Nikolai got into an accident. The artist received a serious head injury.
After a terrible accident, he was taken to the hospital. Doctors immediately performed a craniotomy and brain surgery. Then the actor was transferred to the Sklifosovsky Institute. The actor lay in a vegetative state for about a month, but the efforts of the doctors did their job. He came out of a coma and went on the mend.
In 2007, the artist even visited the stage of the concert "Stars came down from heaven ...". As part of this event, he presented a new disc. His return was welcomed by relatives, friends, fans and show business stars.
Alas, after the accident, he was unable to fully restore his speech. He was undergoing rehabilitation in Israel, with the help of his wife and children, but things were not going well. He could no longer return to acting, which undoubtedly upset not only him, but also his fans.
The artist was treated in the best foreign clinics. A few years later he was awarded the Golden Order of Service to Art. "Fans" wanted to see their favorite actor on the screens. But, starting from this period of time, he appeared only in television programs, accompanied by a loving wife.
At the end of February, now in 2017, the car in which Karachentsov was located again had an accident. The vehicle in which the actor was located crashed with a Gazelle in the suburbs. The car rolled over several times.
Nikolai Karachentsov: the consequences of an accident
The accident did not go unnoticed for the artist. He was diagnosed with a concussion. Nikolai was taken to the clinic and did everything to improve Karachentsov's health.
In November, the artist's wife said that Nikolai was given a disappointing diagnosis. Doctors diagnosed the artist with a tumor in the lung. He underwent a long course of treatment, but unfortunately, the doctors did not observe positive dynamics. Relatives prepared for the worst.
The last years of the artist's life and death
He spent the last years of his life surrounded by his relatives and friends, with whom Nikolai worked closely in the theater and on the set. He was surrounded by due care and attention.
He passed away on October 26, 2018. He was only one day short of his birthday. He passed away in an oncological hospital in the capital of Russia. The son announced the death of the beloved actor of millions. He said that his father died due to kidney failure.
