Asen Kisimov, also known as Asen Angelov, was a Bulgarian actor, singer, and radio presenter best known for his work in children’s films such as The Hedgehogs’ War (1979), A Journey (1980), and Vasko de Gama from Rupcha Village (1986). He appeared in around 30 feature films and had a significant career in stage performances and radio broadcasts.
Personal and Family Life
Asen Kisimov was born on May 3, 1936, in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. He was affectionately nicknamed “Bate Asen” for his contributions to children’s entertainment. Although information about his personal life is limited, his passion for the arts was evident through his dedication to acting and singing.
Death and Legacy
Asen Kisimov passed away on July 13, 2005, in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria, due to a heart attack. His contributions to Bulgarian culture, especially in children’s media, have left a lasting impression, and he is remembered fondly by audiences who grew up with his works.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Понеделник сутрин | 1988-10-31 | |
| Posledniyat rund | 1961-08-20 | |
| От нищо нещо | 1979-07-08 | the journalist (Pancho’s class-fellow) |
| Бъди щастлива, Ани! | 1963-01-07 | Zhivko |
| Пленено ято | 1962-05-01 | Petar |
| Да изядеш ябълката | 1976-01-09 | Urumov |
| Години за любов | 1957-12-16 | Boreto |
| И дойде денят | 1973-12-21 | |
| Die Mahnung | 1982-10-21 | |
| Барутен буквар | 1977-09-05 | Lazar |
| Най-добрият човек, когото познавам! | 1973-10-16 | Georgi Nedelchev, vazpitatelyat |
| Точка първа | 1956-11-26 | The student on the bench |
| Стубленските липи | 1960-02-01 | Angel |
| Tuvalu | 1999-11-19 | Man with Hat |
| Byagashti kucheta | 1989-03-06 | Bashtata na Lambo |
| Ева на третия етаж | 1987-05-04 | Misho |
| 13 дни | 1964-09-07 | Vlado |
| Рицарят на бялата дама | 1982-11-18 | Гърбатко |
| Vasko da Gama ot selo Rupcha | 1986-12-20 | Пее песента |