Maria Shukshina admitted that Fyodor Dobronravov reminded her of Abdulov at work.

      On April 29, 2026, at 14:34 Culture and Leisure At the premiere of the film "Seven Versts to Dawn" in St. Petersburg, Maria Shukshina not only presented her new work but also shared her memories of the past with unexpected candor. In a conversation with "KP-Petersburg," the actress recalled her colleague Alexander Abdulov. They starred together in the series "I Love You" in 2004. Maria Shukshina admitted that working on the new project inadvertently reminded her of Abdulov. This happened thanks to her filming partner Fyodor Dobronravov, who played the lead role in the film "Seven Versts to Dawn." The actress noted that it was pleasant to work with Fyodor. He was always composed and focused on his character. Off-camera, Dobronravov told jokes and tried to lift the spirits of everyone around. This was very important, in Shukshina's opinion, to not think about oneself but to care for others. Although it was a distraction for her, she still appreciated his approach. Shukshina compared Fyodor Dobronravov to Alexander Abdulov, who also always tried to support everyone around. She noted that Abdulov managed to do this easily and effortlessly. He could relax and create the right atmosphere, and then show sincerity at the right moment. However, Shukshina herself admits that such an approach is more challenging for her. She is used to maintaining the necessary emotional state for a long time. The actress needs to gather herself, concentrate, and maintain this throughout the day. Abdulov, on the other hand, could do this instantly, which she considers true mastery. Alexander Abdulov passed away in 2008, but his memory lives on in professional principles and human relations. Shukshina notes that his ability to support others even in the most difficult moments of filming remains an example for her. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and timely information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod." When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+.