Jeztyrnaq (2024)

"Zheztyrnaq" is a mystical thriller blending ancient legends with modern realities, creating a tense atmosphere where myths come to life and become deadly. The film tells a story of love, secrets, and dark forces hidden behind the facade of luxury and prosperity.

Ancient legends speak of zheztyrnaqs — mythical beings with long claws, superhuman strength, and a thirst for human blood. Today, these stories seem like mere fairy tales, but in reality, zheztyrnaqs still hide among people, and their influence on the world extends far beyond myths.

Miras, a humble and modest young man from Almaty, works at a local company and dreams of a better life. He meets Aina, a beautiful and successful woman from a wealthy and influential family. Aina's charm and beauty captivate Miras, and despite their social differences, a genuine connection blossoms between them. Miras's parents, thrilled by the prospect of such a union, eagerly support the relationship, hoping for a beneficial family alliance.

However, as Miras grows closer to Aina and her family, strange events begin to occur around him. He frequently notices inexplicable phenomena in her parents' house. The closer he gets to Aina’s family, the more he realizes that behind the luxurious doors of their mansion lie terrifying secrets.

Unbeknownst to Miras, his beloved and her family are not who they claim to be. Aina is not just a successful woman; she is a descendant of zheztyrnaqs, and her family harbors a dreadful ancient secret. When Miras uncovers the true nature of his lover and her bloodthirsty ancestors, he must make a harrowing decision: stay with her and become part of a world he could never have imagined, or fight for his life and rid himself of the shadow of ancient evil that preys on all living beings.