The screen adaptation of the novel "Abai" by Mukhtar Auezov recreates the story of prominent Kazakh poet and philosopher Abay Kunanbayev. The famous Kazakh poet became friends with the Russian exile, scientist Nifont Dolgopolov. Under the influence of their growing friendship, Abai formed some of his academic ideas and principles.
Kalibek Kuanyshbayev
Abai

Kapan Badyrov
Aidar

Serke Kozhamkulov
Kozhamkulov

Yeleubai Umurzakov
Erden

Shaken Aimanov
Sharip
Zhagda Oguzbayev
Abish
Saifullah Telgarayev
Kokpay
Kamal Karmysov
Ospanov
Rakhia Koychubayeva

Oleg Zhakov
Dolgopolov - Nifont Ivanovich
Marat Syzdykov
Narymbet

Amina Umurzakova
Azhar
Sholpan Dzhandarbekova
Magish
Zoya Tadzhitdinova
Karlygash

Dariga Tnalina
Yerkezhan: Abay's young wife (uncredited)