Hamida Omarova facts for kids
Hamida Mammad qizi Omarova (Azerbaijani: Həmidə Ömərova), born on April 25, 1957, in Baku, is a famous Azerbaijani actress. She has starred in many films and is known for her talent and hard work.
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Early Life and Education
Hamida Omarova grew up in a family of teachers. Her parents, Mammad and Nasiba Omarov, both studied foreign languages at university. Hamida was raised by her mother and grandmother after her parents separated in 1960.
Discovering Her Path
After finishing high school, Hamida started studying philology at Baku State University. Philology is the study of language and literature. In 1975, during her first year, she decided to try out for an acting school.
Journey to Film School
Hamida competed against 300 other people in an academic contest. She was one of only 15 students chosen to attend the Gerasimov Institute of Cinematography in Moscow. This was a big step towards her acting career.
A Star's Career in Film
Hamida Omarova's acting journey began in 1977 with a short film called The Dentist. From then on, she became one of Azerbaijan's most successful actresses. She even worked on up to four movies at the same time!
Breakthrough Roles
In Russia, Hamida is well-known for her role in the film Gorkhma, saninlayam (which means "Don't Be Afraid, I Am Here For You"). This movie was filmed in Gakh, Azerbaijan, in 1981. Her amazing performance earned her many awards, including the title of People's Artist of Azerbaijan. This is a special honor given to artists who have made great contributions to their country's culture.
Challenges and New Beginnings
When the Soviet Union ended in 1991, Azerbaijan's film industry faced tough times. This was a difficult period for Hamida Omarova, both for her career and personally. After a period of sadness, she got married in 1992 and later had a son.
Beyond Acting
During this time, Hamida also hosted a late-night TV show called Retro. On this show, she reviewed classic movies from Azerbaijan and other countries. In 2006, she was chosen to be the President of the Azerbaijani Union of Cinematographers. This role shows her continued dedication to the film industry in her country.
See also
In Spanish: Hamida Omarova para niños
