Taghiyev: The Tsar (Tağıyev: Çar)

Release Date:	2025-04-03
Runtime:	77 min
Status:	Released
Genres:	Drama, History
Production:	Baku Media Center, Heydar Aliyev Foundation, Azerbaijan Republic Ministry of Culture

Overview

In the autumn of 1888, Baku is preparing for the visit of His Majesty Alexander III. Millionaire and member of the Baku City Duma, Haji Zeynalabdin Taghiyev, is fighting for influence and status in society. The city mayor, Orlovsky, taking advantage of his position, seeks to seize the oil field of Teymurbekov, who has committed suicide. Meanwhile, Ismail, the eldest son of Haji, meets General’s daughter, Nurjahan Arablinskaya, and intends to marry her.