Kazakhstan Made a Debut at ASEAN Film Festival with a Screening of the Historical Film “Tomiris”

Hong Kong, August 16, 2025 – With the support of the Consulate General of the Republic of Kazakhstan in the Hong Kong and Macao SARs of the PRC, Kazakhstan took part for the first time in the annual ASEAN Film Festival, presenting the historical film “Tomiris”. The event drew consular corps, members of the Kazakh diaspora and Hong Kong film enthusiasts, strengthening cultural ties between Central and Southeast Asia.

In his welcoming speech, Consul General of Kazakhstan, Bauyrzhan Dosmanbetov, emphasized the importance of this debut, underscoring “Tomiris” as a landmark entry representing Kazakhstan’s cinematic achievement. He noted that the film transcends artistic merit, reflecting the spirit, history and cultural legacy of the Kazakh people and the Great Steppe. The Consul General further highlighted that this participation advances cultural diplomacy between Kazakhstan and Southeast Asian nations through shared appreciation of storytelling.

The screening of “Tomiris” sparked considerable interest and admiration among the ASEAN Film Festival attendees. Captivated by the film’s epic scale and narrative depth, the audience gained a profound appreciation for Kazakhstan’s cinematic craftsmanship, marking a resonant debut for Kazakh cinema at the ASEAN Film Festival.