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description: "🎬 Nazar Zadneпровsky on filming \"Mad Christmas,\" the acting dynasty, and his mother's illness. The actor admitted that the \"Mad Wedding\" franchise is his calling card, while his relationship with Horbunov is complicated financially. 👨‍👦 Nazar's son, Misha, may continue the family dynasty, becoming the fifth generation of artists. 🏥 The actor's mother is seriously ill, and Nazar is forced to combine work with caring for her. 🚫 Zadneпровsky refused to comment on the situation with actress Elena Velikanova, citing a lack of knowledge of the details."
date: 2026-08-12T09:34:00.000Z
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Shooting has begun in Kyiv on the new Ukrainian comedy "Skazhene Rizdvo" (Mad Christmas), which will serve as a sequel to the popular "Skazhene Vesillya" (Mad Wedding) franchise. One of the main characters, Nazar Zadneпровsky, has returned to the cast. In an exclusive interview with Wave RBC.UA, the actor discussed his long-term collaboration with director Yuri Horbunov, his plans for his son's future, and a difficult period related to his mother's illness.

### Creative Symbiosis and Financial Matters

Nazar Zadneпровsky admitted that the "Skazhene Vesillya" cinematic universe has become a sort of calling card for him. "Not every actor in Ukraine, even a People's Artist, has a comedy trilogy. And now it will already be the fourth film," the actor noted. He emphasized that he is happy to have this project and to work with Yuri Nikolayevich Horbunov.

Responding to a question about the evolution of his working relationship with the director, Zadneпровsky noted that creatively they understand each other "literally with half a word." However, when it comes to Horbunov's role as a producer, the situation changes. "We understand each other especially well when talking about the fee. Therefore, to avoid losing our friendship, we often have to turn a blind eye and say: 'Let it be as it is.' Financial matters are financial matters. The main thing is that there is creativity," the actor shared.

### Legacy and Career Choice for His Son

Nazar Zadneпровsky discusses the future of his son with special warmth. Contrary to the stereotype that parents strive for stability for their children, the actor does not hide his desire to see his son in a creative environment. "I am proud that I am the fourth generation of actors. And I want them to be proud that they are the fifth," he stated.

Zadneпровsky reminded that his great-grandfather was the Deputy Minister of Culture in the USSR, rector of a theater institute, and a director. "Misha (his son) can continue the dynasty in a different form. Not everyone can be bankers or oligarchs. There are families of painters, singers, and ballet dancers. The world would simply be uninteresting if everyone walked around with bags of money," the actor philosophized.

Currently, the actor's son is interested in producing and administration, which Zadneпровsky considers an excellent start. He hopes his son will have two higher education degrees and will definitely try himself in cinema.

### Personal Drama: Mother's Illness

Separately in the interview, the actor touched upon the topic of his mother's health. "No changes. Not very good," he answered laconically. Currently, Nazar Zadneпровsky is forced to combine active work with caring for a loved one. "I have a lot of work right now, so I specifically contacted an agency, and a nurse helps with my mom. When the nurse needs to go home, I return to my mom. I can do everything because for three and a half years I did everything myself," he told.

According to the actor, his mother is 75 years old, she is bedridden, eats poorly, and takes many medications. Zadneпровsky admitted that at such moments he realizes the value of life, especially against the backdrop of events on the front lines: "God grant us all to live to such an age. And at the same time, 18-year-olds and 20-year-olds are suffering on the front. When you realize this, you understand that in my life, things are still quite good".

### Contradictory Data

During the interview, Zadneпровsky was asked about the situation with actress Elena Velikanova, who, despite refusing to work in Russia and living in Ukraine, cannot work due to her Russian passport. The actor categorically refused to comment on this topic.

"I made a vow to myself: I will not comment on a question in which I do not understand and which I hear about for the first time. I already had a case where I gave an answer in an interview on a topic I did not fully understand – and then I paid the price. So I don't want to do that anymore. I don't even know who this actress is or what specifically is being discussed," Zadneпровsky stated. This statement stands in contrast to the active discussion of the topic in the Ukrainian media space, where many celebrities have already voiced their opinions.

## 🔍 Fact-Check Verification

- [Nazar Zadneпровsky: Many people have 'ridden' on me. Perhaps they are trying now, but I have become wiser](https://kp.ua/culture/a707260-nazar-zadneprovskij-na-mne-mnoho-ezdili-vozmozhno-i-sejchas-probujut-no-ja-uzhe-poumnel) - Подтверждено по источнику kp.ua