Kazakhstani films grossed $47 million at the box office in 2024
The distribution of domestic films in Kazakhstan’s movie theaters generated approximately $47 million in 2024, according to Alexander Aksyutits, CEO of the Top Pro Cinema production center. He shared the news at a recent government meeting.
«The number of domestic films at the box office has almost doubled, from 65 to 107. In 2024, Kazakhstani movies grossed more than 22 billion tenge ($47 million) in theaters, a 30% increase in revenue year-on-year,» he said.
Aksyutits noted that Kazakhstani directors are not only producing more films but also attracting a wider audience. Out of the 20 highest-grossing films of the year, 70% were domestic productions.
«Foreign films used to dominate the box office, but that has changed. Kazakhstanis are now choosing national movies more often,» he said.
The expert attributed this growing popularity to improved film quality and rising interest in local stories.
Media reports previously highlighted that 2024 was a particularly fruitful year for the Kazakhstani film industry. Many domestic directors won international awards for their work, and several actors earned prestigious festival and competition prizes.
