Stepan Balakshin is an attractive guy and a talented actor. In just a few years, he managed to build a successful career in the cinema. Want to know where he was born and studied? Is married? What films is made? In this article we will talk about all this.
Biography
Our hero was born on May 15, 1984 in the city of Leningrad (present-day St. Petersburg). Stepan's father and mother are not related to cinematography. But they always knew that a future artist was growing in their family. The fact is that Styopa from an early age showed creative abilities. The boy loved to sing and dance. He also often hosted home concerts and performances.
School and student years
In 1996, Stepan Balakshin enrolled in the cinema school-studio "Kadr", opened at the "Lenfilm". Teachers predicted a bright future for him. And they were not mistaken.
After 4 years, the guy from the first time entered the St. Petersburg State Academy of Theater Arts. Parents were very proud of their son. But there he studied for only 1.5 years. Then Balakshin Jr. went to Moscow. In the capital, Styopa entered the VTU them. Schukin. The guy did not miss a single lecture, passed tests in time and helped the lagging comrades. He graduated from this institution in 2008.
Theater work
Employment problems for the now certified artist did not arise. Stepan Balakshin was accepted into the troupe of the Alexandria Theater. The young and ambitious actor was involved in various performances. For example, in the production of Children of the Sun, he played Protasov. And in the “Player” he tried on the image of Astley.
Stepan Balakshin: filmography
When did our hero first appear on the screens? It happened in 2003. If you think that Stepan was noticed by some famous director and offered him a role, then you are greatly mistaken. The road to the world of cinema Balakshin paved for himself. Together with friends, he starred in a film called The Teapot Man, directed by Anton Sukharev. The duration of the picture was 1.5 hours. No special effects. Only a semi-professional camera and black and white frames. This film, while watching, causes a mixed feeling. It tells the story of terribly lonely people who feel unnecessary and hate themselves for it. Stepan in the picture played the main role. However, the film was watched by a fairly small number of people and this role did not bring wide popularity to Balakshin.
But very soon the audience found out who Stepan Balakshin was. In "Daddy's Daughters" (STS), he starred in the period from 2007 to 2009. The young actor successfully got used to the image of a goth guy nicknamed Spider. This hero is the best friend of one of the main characters - Dasha Vasnetsova. The image he created was remembered and loved by the audience. However, the goth Spider was laconic. Therefore, Stepan Balakshin could not fully demonstrate his acting talent. But the guy did not despair.
Our hero felt real popularity and audience recognition after the film “18-14” was released. Director Andres Puustusmaa approved him for the role of the young prince Alexander Gorchakov. But it was not so simple. At first, Styopa underwent trials for the roles of Pushchin and Pushkin. However, it was the image of Gorchakov that suited him more than others. The film "18-14" turned out to be bright and realistic.
In 2008, two films were presented with the participation of the actor - the comedy "Do not try to understand a woman" and the series "Dandies". Both works were successful.
At the moment, the filmography of the young actor is represented by 20 series and films. Listed below are his most striking and memorable roles:
- "Cop Wars 5" (2011) - driver;
- “Traitor” (2012) - investigator;
- “Hounds-5” (2012-2013) - Igor Dedkov;
- The Last Battle (2013) - Velmiskin;
- “Chef-2” (2013) - Oleg Smirnov;
- “Bounty Hunters” (2014) - the inquiry officer;
- "Streets of Broken Lights" (14 and 15 seasons) - the captain of the police.
Personal life
Our hero never experienced problems associated with a lack of female attention. At school and at the institute, the girls ran after him. But the guy was not interested in a short-term relationship. He was waiting for a big and pure love. And once God heard his prayers.
Stepan Balakshin met a charming girl - Anastasia Proshutinskaya. She is not related to cinema. Stepan's chosen one is a professional photographer. A few months after the date of meeting, the lovers played a wedding. Soon they had a daughter who was called Berta. Now the couple dream of the appearance of an heir - a son.
Conclusion
Now you know the details of the biography and personal life of Stepan Balakshin. He can be called a successful actor, an interesting personality and an exemplary family man. We wish him success in his work and financial stability!