In anticipation of the centenary of the ‘Oguzhan Turkmenfilm Association’, which will be celebrated in 2026, work has begun on a large-scale documentary and journalistic project entitled ‘Keşplerde yaşayan ykballar’. The film, written by Ore Dashgynov and directed by Rahymberdi Annagulyev, will be a cinematic journey through the key milestones of national cinema, from the first newsreels of 1926 to contemporary films. This was reported by the IIC.

The film will be based on rare archive material, supplemented by dramatised scenes that will recreate the atmosphere of the creative process in different eras. Special attention will be paid to legendary films such as Dursun (1940) by Yevgeniy Ivanov-Barkov, and outstanding personalities such as Alty Garliyev, Mojek Charyev and others.

Filming will take place in Ashgabat, Ahal and Balkan velayats, and the final part of the project will focus on the current stage of development of the industry. As screenwriter Ore Dashgynov notes, despite all the historical difficulties, Turkmen filmmakers have always created films that resonated with audiences and gained international recognition. This film will be a tribute to their work and an inspiration for new generations of filmmakers.