Biography of Russian Actor Konstantin Khabensky - Early Life, Career, Awards, and Personal Life

Konstantin Khabensky is a renowned Russian actor, director, and producer, best known for his roles in several popular movies and TV series. Born on January 11, 1972, in Leningrad (now St. Petersburg), Khabensky had a keen interest in acting from a young age. He grew up in a family of doctors, with both his parents being ophthalmologists.

Early Life

His father, Alexander Borisovich Khabensky, was a prominent ophthalmologist, and his mother, Lyudmila Abramovna Khabenskaya, was also an ophthalmologist. Khabensky was raised in a Jewish household.

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After completing his school education, Khabensky enrolled at the Saint Petersburg Academy of Theatre Arts, where he received professional training in acting. He graduated from the academy in 1995, and soon after, began his career in theatre. Khabensky’s stage performances were widely appreciated, and he quickly gained popularity in the theatre circuit.

Acting Career

In 1997, Khabensky made his film debut with the movie "The Parasite” directed by Vladimir Khotinenko. The movie was a commercial success, and Khabensky’s performance was widely appreciated. This was followed by several other successful movies, including "The Return” (2003), which won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival.

Khabensky’s breakthrough role came in 2004, with the release of the movie “Night Watch”, directed by Timur Bekmambetov. The movie was a huge success, both critically and commercially, and Khabensky’s portrayal of the protagonist, Anton Gorodetsky, was widely appreciated. The movie was based on the novel by Sergei Lukyanenko, and Khabensky went on to star in its sequels, “Day Watch” (2006) and “Twilight Watch” (2013).

In addition to his successful movie career, Khabensky has also been actively involved in theatre. He has acted in several plays, including the critically acclaimed “Hamlet” and "The Seagull”. In 2003, he founded his own theatre company, the “School of Modern Drama”, which has produced several successful plays.

In 2010, Khabensky made his directorial debut with the movie “Sobytie” (The Event), which he also wrote and produced. The movie was well received by critics, and Khabensky won the Best Director award at the Kinotavr Film Festival.

Campaigns and Causes

In addition to his acting and directing career, Khabensky has also been actively involved in humanitarian work. He is a Goodwill Ambassador of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and has been actively involved in several social and humanitarian causes.

In 2010, he participated in a campaign against AIDS, and in 2011, he helped launch the “Stop the Violence” campaign, aimed at raising awareness about domestic violence.

Awards and International projects

Over the years, Khabensky has won several awards for his performances, including the Nika Award for Best Actor for his role in "The Major” (2013), and the Golden Eagle Award for Best Actor for his role in “Duhless” (2012). He has also been honored with the Order of Friendship of Russia, in recognition of his contribution to the arts and humanitarian work.

Khabensky is known for his versatility as an actor, and his ability to portray a wide range of characters. He has acted in several genres, including drama, comedy, and action. He is also known for his intense and powerful performances, and his ability to bring depth and complexity to his roles.

In recent years, Khabensky has expanded his career to include international projects. In 2017, he starred in the British TV series “McMafia”, and in 2019, he starred in the American movie "The Courier”, alongside Benedict Cumberbatch.

Personal Life

Khabensky is married to Olga Litvin, who is also an actress. The couple got married in 2000 and have two children together, a son named Ivan and a daughter named Nina.

Despite his busy career, Khabensky is a family man and spends quality time with his wife and children whenever possible. In an interview, he once mentioned that his family is his main priority, and he tries to balance his professional and personal life as much as possible.

In his free time, Khabensky enjoys reading, listening to music, and playing the guitar. He is also a fan of sports, particularly football, and supports the Russian national team.

Overall, Khabensky leads a low-key personal life and prefers to keep his private life away from the public eye. He remains focused on his career and continues to be one of the most talented and versatile actors in Russia.