MediaHub, the leading global rights management company, is pleased to announce a strategic distribution agreement with Corich Group, the name behind many acclaimed Kazakh blockbusters. This partnership signifies an important milestone in expanding the reach of Kazakh cinema and introducing its stories to audiences worldwide.

Founded by the multi-talented actress, producer, and businesswoman Kuralay Anarbekova, Corich Group has garnered acclaim for its exceptional contributions to the Kazakh film industry. Kuralay Anarbekova, with her remarkable career beginning in the 2000s which includes acclaimed performances such as her breakout role in the film My Sinful Angel (2010) featuring renowned actor Gerard Depardieu and subsequent production ventures, has solidified her position as a driving force in the industry. With a dedicated fan base, Kuralay Anarbekova boasts a staggering one million followers on social media, showcasing her widespread popularity and influence which she uses to promote Kazakh cinema and cultural diversity.

Under Kuralay Anarbekova's leadership, Corich Group produces blockbuster hits such as Brother or Marriage (2017) which set a new box-office record in Kazakhstan, grossing 455 million tenge. This success was followed by the highly anticipated sequel, Brother or Marriage 2 (2019), which further cemented Kuralay Anarbekova's status as a leading figure in Kazakhstan cinema. Both films are now under representation by MediaHub.

One of Corich Group's latest releases, also under MediaHub’s representation, Vaccine from Corruption (2021) tackles the pressing issue of societal corruption. This social comedy explores an experiment involving two officials, the incorruptible Ruslan and the bribe-taker Ardak, who swap roles after receiving a corruption vaccine.

Kerim Emrah Turna, Managing Director of MediaHub, recalls the first time he came across Kuralay Anarbekova’s films in 2017, during a business trip among inflight entertainment options, where he was immediately inspired to collaborate upon witnessing the prime quality of Kazakh cinema and Kuralay Anarbekova’s brilliant acting. He stated "After many years in the making we’re very happy to have officially initiated our partnership. Kazakh cinema boasts world-class production quality and will continue to improve thanks to exceptional and visionary talent like Kuralay Anarbekova. We are particularly excited about the cultural similarities we find between Turkish stories and humor and the rich narratives of Kazakh films. Together, MediaHub and Corich Group aim to unlock the immense potential of Kazakh cinema and introduce it to audiences worldwide."