Molodezhka is a series about guys who challenged fate: to get into the Russian national hockey team. Of course, they went through all the thorns to fly straight to the stars. It can't be any other way!
Thanks to the professional acting of the actors, every viewer was able to feel all the feelings that they experienced. Everyone lived the role of their character, tried to convey the nuances in the game - they succeeded!
It’s not for nothing that this TV project was loved by everyone: from young to old. And no one could forgive themselves if they missed even one episode.
Let's get to know our actors better and learn more from first-hand accounts.
Denis Nikiforov
He played the coach of the "Bears" team - one of the main roles, Sergei Petrovich Makeev.
At the very first filming and interview, the actor behaves simply, without hiding anything, just like his hero:
“I didn’t set goals or objectives. Just playing! A person broken in life, but in whom “that” fire has not yet died out. I wanted to instill in the guys’ souls a certain goal, what they want!”
While filming, the actor gave birth to twins, which made Denis immensely happy. He had long dreamed of having children and always said that it was symbolic.
Very fateful! Nikiforov has been fond of hockey since childhood and always supported Dynamo. And he even told a story that when he was little and he and his father went to a match, but there were no tickets left, he began to cry. A man approached them and handed the boy 2 tickets to the game. And a few years later this boy played such a role in hockey itself.
The series has come to an end. Everyone cried, but they were tears of happiness. Nikiforov commented on his feelings very briefly, but clearly and sincerely:
“Everything for me is family, people with whom we fought shoulder to shoulder for 6 years!”
Makar Zaporozhsky from Molodezhka started in Legend No. 17
Makar Zaporozhsky, star of the second season of the series “Molodezhka,” met with a correspondent from “Vokrug TV” and admitted that on his way to cinema he had to lie.
Dima Shchukin (Makar Zaporozhsky) did not know how to skate
Makar Zaporozhsky noted that in the second season of Molodezhka he had a slightly easier time playing the role of goalkeeper than in the first. It turns out that before Makar Zaporozhsky began acting in the sports saga, he did not know how to skate at all.
Makar Zaporozhsky took to the ice with the firm intention of learning to skate only when he received an invitation to casting in the “hockey” film “Legend No. 17.”
In view of the prospects, Makar Zaporozhsky signed up for the section and began going to training. He did not pass the casting for the film “Legend No. 17”, but during the audition for the first season of the series “Molodezhka” Makar Shchukin skated quite confidently.
In the series “Molodezhka” the actors train constantly
Makar Zaporozhsky said that in the first season of Molodezhka, the actors trained three times a week. Classes lasted an hour and a half on the ice and then an hour and a half in the gym.
At first it was very difficult for everyone to get used to this load, since even a few movements in full hockey equipment made the artists’ legs very tired. But then the guys got used to it and rode on set with real pleasure.
Makar Zaporozhsky's wife is not jealous of his fans
Makar Zaporozhsky’s wife’s name is Katya and they met her at the entrance exams to the institute in 2007. After four years of close relationship, Makar Zaporozhsky proposed to Katya and since then they have lived as a strong and friendly family.
Makar Zaporozhsky believes that Katya is not jealous of his fans, because she understands perfectly well what popularity is. The Zaporozhye family couple tries to spend all holidays and birthdays together.
Makar Zaporozhsky considers himself a romantic, like Dima Shchukin
In the second season of Molodezhka, the scriptwriters subjected Dima Shchukin to all sorts of tests that will show the fortitude of this Bears team player. However, Dima Shchukin’s character will remain romantic and dreamy, thanks to which he became the hero of girls’ dreams.
Makar Zaporozhsky calls himself an introvert, just like his hero Dima Shchukin. Introverts are known to be introverted and self-absorbed. In a conflict situation, they will not make trouble and become hysterical, but will try to settle the matter peacefully.
Ekaterina Klimova
She played Victoria Kashtanova, the director of the Bears team. She joined the filming only in the last season. TV viewers were very interested in her person, because this woman in the cinema “drew attention” to Makeev.
The actress herself will attract the attention of anyone:
“She’s just incredibly beautiful!” - Nikiforov spoke out.
In Molodezhka, Makeev and Kashtanova begin a romance that lasts throughout the last season.
This couple has known each other for a long time. This is not the first time they have worked on a film set.
Makar Zaporozhye today
Among the later works of Makar Zaporozhsky, such films as “22 Minutes”, “Dark World: Balance” and the acclaimed TV series “Molodezhka” stand out.
In each of these films, our today's hero plays a central role. As for new roles and acting plans, it is quite difficult to say anything definite in this regard. Currently, Makar Zaporozhsky continues to star in new episodes of the television series “Molodezhka”, where he plays a goalkeeper named Dmitry Shchukin.
Now Makar Zaporozhsky is the star of the TV series “Molodezhka”
As the actor himself admits, the atmosphere on the set remains soulful and homely. Most recently, all the actors of the project took part in the opening of the ice skating rink at the Arc de Triomphe. Our today's hero also took part in the festive ceremony. The series “Molodezhka” also starred such actors as Denis Nikiforov, Alexander Sokolovsky, Ivan Zhvakin and others.
Fedor Bondarchuk
This talented director also tried himself as an actor. In “Molodezhka” he played Oleg Ivanovich Kalinin, an oligarch who rose to fame in the 90s. During this time he managed to open his own business. In the series he acted as a sponsor of the Bears. He loved his team very much and tried to attend their games as much as possible.
In an interview about the series, Bondarchuk was asked what is unique about Molodezhka:
“It’s all on the surface! There are very few such simple films where reality is taken as a basis. And if we get ahead of ourselves, let’s consider what fate will happen abroad. Much better".
A very interesting question came from the journalist: “Do you think Molodezhka will stimulate players at the Olympics?” Fedor answered:
“I think she will primarily guide teenagers. Be involved in it."
Fyodor Bondarchuk (Oleg Ivanovich Kalinin)
Oligarch Oleg Ivanovich Kalinin is played by world-famous actor and director Fyodor Bondarchuk. His acting career began back in 1986, when Fyodor played his first role as the prince of the same name.
Later, while studying at VGIK, Bondarchuk continued to play in the films of his teachers. Fyodor Bondarchuk shot his first video in 1990 and continued to engage in musical productions, and already in 1993 he received the Ovation Award directly from the hands of his own father.
Nikolay Dobrynin
This actor always smiles and, probably, this is why we, the audience, fell in love with him - his simplicity. Dobrynin played Nikolai Semenovich, the father of goalkeeper Senya Bakin.
“I think that the fathers saw themselves in my hero: a man who would do anything for his child. Who shares all the difficulties and finds solutions. Believes in the prospects of the future. I’m probably the same kind of father in real life.” - Nikolai shared.
If not for a character like Bakin Sr., then we would not have felt the whole reality of life: that there are parents who are more happy for your success than you are; sometimes they disgrace you, but in a kind way - after all, they wanted what was best. And they will always be there to lend a hand at the most needed moment!
Vladimir Zaitsev
Vadim Yuryevich Kazantsev is the sports director of the Bears club (in the first parts). By the last season, he had risen to general manager of the Metalist hockey club.
In the movie, Zaitsev plays the role of a cunning manipulist, quite insidious. But what does the actor himself think?
“My hero is wonderful! I loved him more than I love myself. As for his temperament, without conflicts nothing is ever interesting. He is real, alive, just like me. And the motivation for his actions is much higher than it might seem at first glance: you don’t need to look at the cover, it’s better to flip through the pages.”
Igor Ogurtsov now
In February 2021, Igor managed to become a hockey player for several hours, not only on screen, but also in life. The actor, together with the stars of Russian show business (Makar Zaporozhsky, Ilya Korobko and others), as well as the players of the Sibir HC (Nikita Korotkov and Andrei Ermakov), took part in a hockey match on the court in the courtyard of the Central Hotel.
The game was played according to the classic scheme - 4 on 4 without goalkeepers. The teams played 2 periods of 10 minutes. After the competition, a photo session was organized with all participants of the event. Many fans wanted to see Igor and the Sibir team hockey players who reached the KHL playoffs.
In the fall of 2021, a new detective series “Spasskaya” started on the Rossiya-1 TV channel. In it, Igor Ogurtsov played the role of a young Interior Ministry lieutenant named Arseny Kaplin. The guy is inexperienced, so he often finds himself in ridiculous situations. But if in general things are going well for him in his service, then in his personal life it is a complete disaster.
The plot of the film revolves around Major Anna Spasskaya (Karina Andolenko), who organically combines natural beauty and a sharp mind. Despite her young age, the woman unravels even the most complex cases. In her personal life, everything is fine - she is married to lawyer Oleg Spassky (Roman Mayakin).
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Igor Ogurtsov and Vlad Kanopka
One day, a new employee is transferred to Anna’s department - operative Andrei Ilyin (Ilya Noskov). The brutal and risky man infuriates all his colleagues, but gradually finds a common language with Spasskaya and, in tandem with her, takes on investigations.
Especially for the premiere of the new series, Ogurtsov conducted an online broadcast on the Rossiya-1 TV channel. The actor answered questions from fans and shared how the filming of the project went.
The artist’s filmography was also supplemented by the film “St. Andrew’s Flag.” He played the role of Vadim. In the story, Vice Admiral Grigory Chernobaevsky, after many years of faithful service in the Baltic Fleet, resigns. He will have to face life on land, which is fraught with many dangers and difficulties.
Currently in production is the series “Coal” with the participation of Ogurtsov. The social drama tells about a miner's family that finds itself in a difficult life situation.
Maxim Shchegolev
Alexander Tochilin took on the role of a hockey player from the Vityaz club, who has exactly the same injury as Makeev - his knee. Because of this I had to leave the sport. Few people can cope with such physical and mental pain - the hero began to drink a lot. After some time, this forgotten character is remembered and offered a job as a second coach along with a “colleague with an injury.” This is where the fun begins!
A little about the facts
Each film brings new interesting events and facts:
- During the casting, the producers were looking for actors trained to play hockey. But such an idea had to be abandoned.
- During the work, a lot of modern equipment and television cranes were used. One of the cameramen had to film on skates.
- Along with the preparation, the production process of Molodezhka took about a year. The actors hardly rested.
- During filming, actor Sergei Makeev (Denis Nikiforov) gave birth to twin girls.
- The Molodezhka actors were dressed in real sports uniforms, which made the task much more difficult. Her weight is about 20 kg.
- The actors were taught to play hockey by professional coaches, as well as stunt coordinators. The most difficult stunts were performed by stunt doubles.
- The scenes on ice were filmed at the Sports Palace in Podolsk. Real players from the local Vityaz team played as the Bears' opponents.
- Vyacheslav Fetisov, who became a Russian sports star, believes that this movie is about real hockey. And Alexander Ovechkin wrote to director Fyodor Bondarchuk that it was a bomb.
Vladislav Kanopka
Right forward for the Bears. The guy himself is quite capricious, but let's listen to the words of Kislyak himself:
“He’s a pretentious guy, everything is great in life: a rich father, drives a cool car, talks to girls, generally carefree!” - Vlad commented.
“The character is not very close to me. I didn’t do what my character did: I try to live honestly, not build tricks behind the backs of others, unlike him.”
Igor Ogurtsov
Ogurtsov got a very serious role - the team goalkeeper. You immediately imagine an angry bully who constantly frowns and drives everyone away. But the hero from the series “Molodezhka” is the opposite. His character and appearance show us a clumsy, funny person. He has a cheerful father who walks with his son almost by the hand and achieves results.
The team of friends often makes fun of Senya Bakin, but they understand perfectly well that without such a talented hockey player there is nowhere!
Andrey Kislyak (Vlad Kanopka). Forward #24
- Role Description
The hero of the Molodezhka series played not only for the Bears team, but also for the Ice Kings. The attacker's whole life was divided into before and after due to loss of vision . After losing his sight, his wife Yana leaves Kisly.
- Biography
Born 09/05/1987. A native of Belarus, after graduating from school he decided to try his luck in Moscow and successfully entered the Gerasimov University. The young actor has a lot of fans, which is not surprising. Vlad has more than a dozen roles, including a role in the TV series Molodezhka.
Ivan Mulin
Anton Antipov is a hockey club player. He has a hot-tempered, obnoxious character, which is why he often gets involved in some stories that do not concern him!
“I can’t say that Antipov is a fool, beating everyone right and left, no!” Mulin says with a laugh, “he does it on purpose. Something pleasant appears in life: love, friends, and all this changes him. Anton is becoming kinder. He is decisive, unlike me - I would rather remain silent!”
These words can be perplexing, because the way Mulin played, one gets the impression of the man himself that he can handle mountains and is generally fearless. Appearances are deceptive!
Ivan Zhvakin
Alexander Kostrov played one of the main roles: a member of the Bears club.
In the series, the parents did not support Zhvakin’s hobby: hockey. His father wanted him to follow in his footsteps - to teach mathematics at a university. But perseverance and the desire to do what he loved did not allow Ivan to make a fatal mistake.
And now, when the actor is asked what advice he would give to children starting out in any business, he answers with a smile:
“Fortitude, let the world bend, and not you under it, patience, determination. Go to the end!
Makar Zaporozhye
Makar Zaporozhsky played one of the main roles. His character is a hockey player named Dima Shchukin. Makar considers himself an introvert, which adds to his similarity with the on-screen hero.
Also in one interview, the actor admitted that before filming began, he was not good at skating on ice. To learn how to skate, all the actors trained several times a week.
Evgeniy Kulik
This hero came only in the 3rd season, and here is his opinion about the entire series:
“These two years will be remembered as the best. The guys created a friendly family. My character tries to fit in and be on the same level with them. In short, he is friendly, tries to help and support in every possible way. As for the game, I can’t say that I know it even a little,” Zhenya answers honestly.
Kulik was asked if there would be a long-awaited continuation of the series, and he answered with a laugh:
“If it happens, the name should change to “Newlywed,” because everyone already has children and loans. Everyone has grown up!”
Mikhail Gavrilov
He played a very important role - center forward Zhenya Tsarev.
You can’t say much about him: a guy of few words with a difficult character. Appeared in season 3. In the movie, he begins a relationship with a girl who is older than him, which causes the couple to break up.
Mikhail played his role perfectly! Many TV viewers voted for him to continue starring in the series, which is what happened.
Alexander Naumov (Roman Kunitsyn)
Alexander Naumov played Vlad Kunitsyn's father, Roman, who forbids his son to have fun and enter into relationships with girls. Roman raises his son in strictness and keeps him away from any entertainment, trying to raise him as a hockey player of the highest category.
The actor had a passion for football since his school days, but at the same time devoted his time to the drama club with great pleasure. After graduating from school, Naumov submitted documents to the Gorky Theater School.
The actor became famous for his role in the cult film “Brother-2”, where he played the head of security Khakin. Later, the high-profile TV series “Truckers”, the film “Code of Honor”, and the multi-part film “Emergency”. Today the actor is truly recognizable and distinguished by his temperamental roles in films.
Sophie Shutkina
Nastya Gvardetskaya is a girl cheerleader who, immediately upon arrival, wants to attract all the attention to herself and become a leader. She is trying to become successful in her business, but her methods are not always honest and correct, but for Nastya herself this seems to be in the order of things. But the obstacle is Marina, who simply won’t budge.
Sophia danced professionally from an early age, which played a significant role.
In the series, Nastya develops feelings for Dima Shchukin, and later she tries to use him for her own purposes.
“Whoever loses leaves!” - Shutkina said.
Semyon Bakin (Ilya Ogurtsov). Goalkeeper of the Bears
- Role Description
The hero of Molodezhka is a constant sleepyhead, with fascinating dreams. Happy in family life with his wife, Rita Novikova, who is preparing to become a mother. One of the kindest characters .
Semyon first received the role from American director Terry Hughes in 2003. When did the guy finish school? he has already been a participant in a dozen films.
- Biography
Born in the town of Kalinets near Moscow on November 3, 1992. Ilya's dad is actor Alexey Ogurtsov. Despite his good success in cinema, Ilya did not see a future in the profession of an actor and sought to earn a living in ordinary professions. But after persistent persuasion from his parents, he finally submitted and entered VGIK, and there Ogurtsov realized how much he liked his forced choice. Despite the large number of roles, the actor’s greatest popularity came from his role in the TV series Molodezhka.
Stanislav Pekhovsky
Vladislav Kunitsyn is a winger. Young, promising, but there is a conflict with his father, who is trying to rise in his own eyes at the expense of his son.
“When I came to the casting, I began to tell some interesting details directly related to hockey. The image of Kunitsyn formed in my head - he became interesting to me.”
Stanislav practiced this sport for 7 years at the Omsk Avangard, but was injured and forced to leave the sport. But fate turned to me this way and gave me such a chance to return to my native, familiar stream again.
The actors of the series are memorable personalities, each in their own way. “Molodezhka” is something like a tree: there are a bunch of branches - destinies and moments in the life of each hero; They are connected by a trunk - hockey, a common goal and desires. Thanks to these talented people for their work! We saw what real adult life means!
