Matyoqub Matchonov
Biography
Matyoqub Matchonov (born November 26, 1956, in Tashkent, USSR) is an Uzbek theater and film actor, recognized as one of the most respected figures in Uzbek cinema and performing arts. Inspired by a dream of becoming an actor, Matchonov entered the Tashkent Theater and Art Institute after finishing school. He made his film debut in 1980 with Dahoning yoshligi (The Youth of a Genius). After completing his studies, he began his professional theater career in 1985 at the Young Guard Theater. Matchonov gained nationwide recognition for his role in Bozor ko‘rmagan yigit, which established him as a gifted comedic performer and brought him popularity among audiences. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated versatility across comedy, drama, and various cinematic genres, becoming known for his natural acting style and memorable characters. He has continued to be an important presence in Uzbek cinema, including his role in Sarvar Karimov’s drama film Farz (2025), where he appeared among the main cast alongside Tohir Saidov and Sayyora Yunusova. Beyond his acting career, Matchonov has contributed to the development of Uzbek cinema as the chairman of the Creative Union of Cinematographers of Uzbekistan. He is a recipient of the Order of Friendship and the honorary title of People's Artist of Uzbekistan. In 2021, he was invited as a guest of honor to the "Golden Humo" awards ceremony organized by the Uzbek Cinematographers' Creative Union and the Cinematography Agency. When asked why he had not pursued directing, Matchonov explained that acting brings him greater joy and fulfillment. With a career spanning more than four decades, Matyoqub Matchonov remains one of the defining faces of Uzbek cinema, representing the connection between theater tradition, comedy, and dramatic storytelling.
Known For & Full Filmography24 Titles
Movie - 2025, 2h 15m • as Sobir
An honest craftsman sacrifices years of savings meant for Hajj with his wife to help his late friend’s homeless family. His selfless act leads to envy, false accusations, and tests his faith and integrity.
Movie - 2014, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Three brothers get a voucher for a family vacation, but they have to get permission from their mother.
Movie - 2016, 2h 15m • as Asat Cho'pon
The film is about the life of a famous football player named Sardor Kamilov. All the journalists are interested in the whereabouts, and his fans thought that he was dead. A journalist searches for Sardor for an interview.
Movie - 2006, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Rustam is a handsome and rich young man. In the afternoon he leads his company, and at night he goes to clubs and parties, where he always gets a good drink and a lot of girls. He likes this way of life until he meets Sogdiana, an attractive dancer who was adopted as a child by a former prisoner. Sogdiana loves her stepfather and says that she will never leave him. Between Rustam and Sogdiana, passion flares up, and they decide to marry. But this does not interfere with the family of a rich guy, and the stepfather of Sogdiana is an alcoholic with disabilities.
Movie - 2019, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 2008, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
The story of Yalangtush Bakhodir, a Samarkand commander, politician and ruler of the 17th century. Under his leadership, majestic structures were erected that changed the appearance of Samarkand, and it was he who initiated the construction of the famous Registan Square.
Movie - 1988, 2h 15m • as Таран, мастер-каменотес
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 2018, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Truck driver Ilyas and a simple village girl Asal fell in love with each other from the first meeting... But can their love withstand the blows of life? Based on Chingiz Aitmatov's story "My Red-Haired Sarvkamat". A joint film project between the Republics of Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 1983, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Reconstructed from archival documents and historical studies, a chronicle of the 1916 popular uprising in the Hungry Steppe and the Jizzakh Steppe.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
The events of the film begin with the return from France to his homeland of a citizen who has been diagnosed with the first case of coronavirus in Uzbekistan. The country has declared a state of emergency, quarantine, and doctors are working tirelessly.
Movie - 2012, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
A young man cares for his father, who is single.
Movie - 2011, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Raim aka makes a living by transporting goods in his old and neglected car. His daughter Asal is studying in college. On the way, he accidentally talks to Ganisher, who is driving a Prado, and they get into an argument. That day, Raim aka accidentally hits the car of the wealthy Shodmon aka in his car. He reluctantly invites Shodmon aka to his house and hosts him. Then Shodmon aka likes his sincerity and comes up with the idea of marrying his daughter Asal to his son Ganisher. Hearing this, Raim aka is surprised. The young people who go out to meet the next day are even more surprised when they see each other. Will Shodmon aka's plan come true? Can Asal, the daughter of a poor man, become a bride in the house of the wealthy Shodmon aka?
Movie - 1987, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
The film takes place in the pre-war years. NKVD captain Frolov is investigating a sabotage at a chemical plant. Suspicion falls on circus performer Erwin Gross. However, the villainous murder of a clown suspends the investigation. It is only with the help of young circus gymnasts that Frolov manages to establish the truth...
Movie - 2012, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
What is Maryam willing to do to please her family?
Movie - 2011, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
An outstanding performance featuring brilliant storytelling, high stakes drama, and unforgettable character arcs.
Movie - 1983, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
Romantic and stormy, full of work, dangers and an irresistible thirst for knowledge was the youth of Al-Hussein ibn Abdallah ibn Al-Hasan ibn Ali ibn Sina, who would become known throughout the world under the name of Avicenna, the great physician, scientist and educator of the 10th-11th centuries.
Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
An Uzbek drama-comedy about Alijon, a struggling scientist whose life changes after he suddenly becomes wealthy from his research. As his fortune grows, people around him reveal their true attitudes, forcing him to question whether money improves life or exposes people’s real nature.
Movie - 1991, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
A man ends up in police custody after the death of a pimp who intended to kill a random female witness to his crime.
Movie - 1991, 2h 15m • Main Cast Role
One day, a killer is assigned to kill a young girl. He enters the victim's apartment, but realizes that he was once her coach. He decides to protect her, but now, he himself becomes a target.