Azerbaijani Atabegs (2024)
History
Drama
The film highlights the lives and deeds of Azerbaijani atabegs Shams ad-Din Eldeniz and Kara Sungur, who played a key role in strengthening the state in the 12th century. Shams ad-Din Eldeniz, the first great atabeg of Azerbaijan, leads successful campaigns, reclaiming territories and uniting the country under his rule. Kara Sungur, the ruler of Aran, engages in political intrigues and military campaigns to protect his lands and influence the sultanate. The film depicts their struggle for power, military achievements, and complex relations with allies and enemies.
Cast
Shamsaddin Eldeniz
Qara Sunqur
Vazir Al-Khazni
Boz Apa
Qara Sunqur’s son
Young Shamsaddin Eldeniz
Momine Khatun
Tsar Georgi
Tsar Georgi’s wife
Muhammad Jahan Pahlavan
Arslan Shah
Lachin
Ganjar
Sultan Mesud
Javandar Chavli
Crew
Director
Producer
Screenplay
Director of Photography
Casting
Second Assistant Director