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Source: Mosfilm Film Concern – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.
January 22, 2026
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At Studio 4 of Mosfilm's Tonstudio, sound recordings are underway for the feature film "For Love" (produced by Papini Production and SoFilm). This story explores the search for lost feelings and the relationship between a couple, played by Ksenia Borodina, a star of the television show "Dom-2" and a successful businesswoman, and actor Alexei Chadov ("War," "Cultural Comedy," "Game of Survival"). The general producers are Evgeniy Egupov, Gaik Asatryan, and Alexei Stepanov. The project is distributed by Atmosfera Kino.
According to sound engineer Alexander Zakharov, work on the sound has reached its final stages. The recording of the characters' speech is nearly complete, and the main characters, Alexei Chadov and Ksenia Borodina, are expected to be voiced soon. The sound effects (by Kirill Banatin) are almost complete, and re-recording (final mixing of the soundtrack – ed.) is scheduled to begin in two to three weeks. Zakharov emphasized that all sound post-production work is being handled at Mosfilm on a turnkey basis, with the exception of background effects, which, due to the nature of the work, are being created remotely by a specialist.
"First of all, I've gotten used to the Mosfilm Sound Studio—it's very convenient. I've worked at other studios, and, as a rule, there were always a few inconveniences. I mean, the engineers there either didn't finish something, or the software wasn't right, or they're missing certain microphones that I want. But Mosfilm has it all! Plus, when you feel that outstanding films were created within these walls, that great directors worked within these walls… Basically, there's a certain inspiration within these walls!" Alexander Zakharov emphasized in a comment for Mosfilm.ru.
The sound engineer also noted the convenience of Mosfilm's unified technical infrastructure: all materials are stored on an AvidNexis server, allowing simultaneous work in different studios—editing, sound, and voice-over studios, and re-recording.
Regarding the film's specific features, the sound director described it as a melodrama with comedic elements, focusing on acting rather than extensive sound design. The sound director stated that the film's music is approximately 80% complete. It was composed by Artem Kazaku, and the film will also feature popular tracks, the titles of which have not yet been revealed. The final sound mix, or master, is scheduled for March 1st.
The film marks director Andrei Malai's first feature-length work. Leya Samoilova and Ksenia Borodina's daughter, Teona Omarova, made their acting debuts in the project. Roza Syabitova, Mark Barton, Oksana Samoilova, Alexander Rogov, and others also joined the cast.
The film follows a married couple. They seem to have everything they need to be happy: a comfortable apartment, promising jobs, and wonderful children. But behind this perfect picture lies a profound crisis. Each spouse has long been secretly living their own lives, escaping the routine and consequences of everyday life. On their anniversary, the couple receives a bottle of a magical drink. Now their life is a captivating adventure, full of unexpected consequences of dreams come true.
"The idea of toasting struck us as very folksy; we immediately realized there was something to it. Toasts are a post-Soviet phenomenon, because in the world everything boils down to simple chin-chin. But for us, it's a kind of psychotherapy. Couples break up so easily these days—we don't really understand each other. Between toasts, the main characters begin to talk to each other and discuss things that are important to them. This is how they grow closer, and in the end, they realize they can't live without each other, and the family remains together," said general producer Hayk Asatryan about the film's concept.
"For us, this isn't just 'another project.' It's a film we poured our heart, energy, and, of course, love into. Special thanks to Ksyusha and Alexey—they conveyed genuine emotions and feelings to our characters. I think every viewer will see a part of themselves in this story, giving free rein to their imagination and dreams. Special thanks to our professional team, who became a cohesive whole during filming, and to newcomer Andrey Malay," noted General Producer Evgeny Egupov.
"The filming process was a great pleasure for us. I'm happy to have worked with Ksenia Borodina and Alexey Chadov; they're fantastic. I had great faith in this couple, and they lived up to all my expectations. This will be a very warm family comedy, where everyone can relate. I think audiences will really enjoy it," commented the film's director, Andrey Malay.
The film "For Love" is scheduled for nationwide release in the summer of 2026.
In the photo: Sound engineer Alexander Zakharov, sound designer Kirill Banatin, noise recording engineer Victoria Bryanskaya.
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