Murad Dadashov facts for kids

Murad Dadashov was born on December 21, 1978, in Baku, Azerbaijan. He is a well-known Azerbaijani actor, producer, and TV host. Murad Dadashov was also a member of the famous Parni iz Baku KVN team. He leads his own company, M Group Production.

In 2014, he received the title of Honored Artist of the Azerbaijan Republic. Later, in 2018, he was named People's Artist of Azerbaijan. These are important awards for his work in culture.

Murad Dadashov's Early Life and Career

Murad Ali oglu Dadashov was born in Baku. His father, Ali Mursel oglu Dadashov, worked in transport. His mother, Tamilla Abuzer gizi Aliyeva, was a musician and piano teacher. Murad also has a brother named Farid. His great-uncle, Ahsan Dadashov, was a famous tar player and Honored Artist.

From 1985 to 1995, Murad went to secondary school No. 160 in Baku. During these years, he joined "The Guys of Baku" Club. This club was for funny and inventive young people. It helped many young Azerbaijanis develop their talents.

In December 1993, Murad started performing on a professional stage. His team, "The Guys of Baku," became very successful. In 2000, they won the "Champions of the 20th Century" title. Murad Dadashov was a key part of this winning team.

Education and Early Work

Murad Dadashov studied at Baku State University from 1996 to 2000. He focused on "Social Sciences and Psychology" and became a psychologist. While still at university, from 1999 to 2002, he worked as a deputy director. This was at a research center called "Prognoz," which means "Forecast."

Murad's first TV job was in the mid-1990s. He worked at the Azerbaijan Television and Radio Broadcasting company. He created a show called "Bir cənub şəhərində" (Once upon a time in a southern city). He worked on this project with Jabir Imanov, another member of "The Guys of Baku."

In the late 1990s, Murad hosted "Road Master" on Space TV. From January to October 2002, he was the General Producer at "ANS" Independent Broadcasting Media Company. He also hosted a daily show called "Yeriniz Məlum" (Wish you could join us) on that channel.

M Group Production and TV Shows

On February 7, 2003, Murad Dadashov started his own company, MGP (M Group Production). He was the General Manager until 2008. The company's first project was "Mərc Şou" ("Make a Bet" Show). This show was broadcast on Lider TV in 2003.

In 2005, Lider TV also aired the reality show "Maşın" (The Car). Murad Dadashov created and hosted both of these popular shows. From 2008 to 2010, he also worked as the General Producer at "Lider Media Holdinq."

Since 2010, Murad Dadashov has been the President of MGP (M Group Production). His company uses creative ideas to develop new projects. They always try to be fresh and interesting.

Jury and Awards

Over the years, Murad Dadashov has been a judge and expert on many TV projects. He was a jury member for "Yeni ulduz" (New star) music competition. This was on Azad Azerbaijan (ATV) TV from 2004 to 2011.

He also judged the "Пять звезд. Интервидение 2008" (Five Stars. Intervision-2008) song contest in Sochi in 2008. In 2014, he was a judge on "Böyük Səhnə" (Big Stage) singing show. This show was on Public Television. In 2015, he judged "Özünü Tanıt" (Got talent) talent show on Azad Azerbaijan (ATV) TV.

On December 18, 2014, President Ilham Aliyev gave Murad Dadashov the title of Honored Artist of the Azerbaijan Republic. This was for his important contributions to Azerbaijani culture.

In 2001, Murad married Ayten Elkhan gizi Dadashova. She is an orientalist, which means she studies Eastern cultures. They have three sons: Kamal (born 2001), Ali (born 2005), and Ziya (born 2010).

Films

Murad Dadashov has also acted in several films:

• National bomb (Milli bomba, 2004)
• Hard way (Çətin yol, 2006)
• Once upon a time in Caucasus (Bir dəfə Qafqazda, 2007)
• Honesty monies (Halal pullar, 2008)
• Don't worry, i am with you (Qorxma, mən səninləyəm! 1919, 2014)
• Festive evening (Bayram axşamı, 2017)