Ardak Amirkulov: key obituary facts
Is Ardak Amirkulov dead? Yes. Ardak Amirkulov died on August 5, 2026, at age 70.
Cause of death: Ardak Amirkulov's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Ardak Amirkulov known for?
He was a Kazakhstani film director.
More about Ardak Amirkulov
Born: 10 December 1955.
Place of birth: Talas District.
Gender: male.
Education: Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography.
Awards: Order of Honor.
Also known as: Ardaq Ömirqulov.
Ardak Amirkulov, the Kazakh film director known for “The Fall of Otrar,” died on August 5, 2026, aged 70.
Born Ardak Zhamansaryuly Amirkulov on December 10, 1955, in Talas District, he studied at the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography and later worked for Kazakhfilm. He also taught at the Kazakh National Academy of Arts.
Amirkulov received the Order of Honor during his career and was also known as Ardaq Ömirqulov.