Valentina Mazunina – biography, photos, personal life, height and weight 2020

Biography of Valentina Mazunina

Valentina Aleksandrovna Mazunina is a popular actress who has earned the love of millions of television viewers, primarily thanks to her brilliantly played role in the sitcom “Real Boys”, as well as after filming in the comedy films “Bitter!”, “The Best Day”, “Classmates”, and in the tragicomedy “ Rooster”, in the melodrama “Eternal Tale”.

Actress Valentina Mazunina

The smiling and positive blonde graced the eighth season of the Comedy Woman TV show, and in 2020 she was the host of the program “FRIDAY! NEWS”, in 2017 she became the winner in the television project about weight loss “Slim”.

Childhood

Valentina Mazunina was born on April 19, 1988 in the small town of Vereshchagino in the Perm Territory. Her father worked on the railroad, her mother worked in the city administration. She has an older sister, Evgenia, who is 5 years older, an emergency doctor.

Valentina Mazunina as a child with her parents and sister

The girls' parents always kept pets - rabbits, chickens, pigs, goats - and taught their children to care for them. But they managed to instill in their daughter not only hard work, but also a love of art. There was no theater in their city, so my mother periodically took her daughters to Perm.

Each trip was like a holiday: dressed-up little kids went to a performance that guaranteed an ocean of unforgettable emotions, constant delight and admiration (according to the actress, the only exception was the opera “Carmen,” which was difficult for a child to understand). Even the ballet, which was not entirely understandable at her age, she could watch for hours - she was fascinated by the music, costumes, and the atmosphere of celebration and magic. At school, Valya seriously studied Russian folk dancing, and in high school she began attending a theater studio with a friend. It was incredibly fun and interesting there. They staged, in particular, the play “The Adventures of Little Fool-Nyurochka,” where she got the important role of the Rat. At the same time, despite the fact that Valya was a very shy teenager, she first thought about the acting profession. After graduating from school, the girl entered the Perm Institute of Culture and Arts.

Valentina Mazunina graduated from a theater university in Perm

Along with studying acting at the course of People's Artist Mikhail Skomorokhov, her first performances on the stage of the Theater for Young Spectators, she began to earn extra money. Not because there was an urgent need for it. She simply believed that it was wrong to take money for entertainment or fashionable clothes from her parents, but that it was better to earn money on her own. During her student years, she managed to work as a counselor at a children's holiday camp, as a waitress in a cafe, and even as a worker at a confectionery factory.

Childhood and youth

Valya was born in April 1988 in Vereshchagino, 100 kilometers from Perm. At the time of her appearance, her father, a railway worker, and mother, an official of the city administration, were already raising their eldest daughter, Evgenia. The sister now lives in her hometown, works in an ambulance, and together with her husband, a programmer, is raising her son Sasha, the actress’s beloved nephew.

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Mazunina’s love for the theater was instilled in her by her mother, who spared no time in going to Perm for the next premiere. For Valya, such trips were a real holiday. The girl fell in love with the stage. By nature modest and quiet, she joined a drama club with a friend and, as they say, got stuck.

After school, Valentina entered the Perm Institute of Culture in the acting department on her first try. During her studies, the girl, in order not to burden her parents, managed to work part-time as a packer in a factory, in a confectionery shop.

Carier start

In 2009, Valentina received higher education and became an actress at the Perm Youth Theater. She had the opportunity to play in such productions as “The Jolly Soldier” based on the story by Viktor Astafiev, “Home!..” based on the play by Lyudmila Razumovskaya, “Vaudeville Evening” based on the works of Alexander Shakhovsky, “The Estate” based on the comedy by Alexander Vampilov and others.

Valentina Mazunina on the stage of the theater

Her salary in those years was 12 thousand rubles, and she paid exactly half for rent. Later, the actress noted in an interview that she always had inner confidence in future success.

Cool guys

And so it happened - within six months she received a role in the comedy project “Real Boys” filmed in Perm and, along with it, a decent salary. She spent part of the first large fee, 40 thousand, on the purchase of a beautiful beige windbreaker, and, like an exemplary daughter, sent the remaining amount to her parents. True, the strict father, seeing his daughter smoking on camera, was indignant - it took a long time to explain to him that such is the acting profession.

Valentina Mazunina in "Real Boys"

The series, where she brilliantly played the role of the assertive and lively namesake, received excellent reviews and was even later officially recognized as a cultural heritage of the Perm region. The girl became famous - they began to recognize her everywhere, take autographs, ask permission to take joint photos, like her colleagues in the series: Nikolai Naumov, Zoe Berber, Alexei Bazanov, Vladimir Selivanov.

Further career

In 2012, when filming moved to Moscow, she moved to the capital next. Valentina dreamed of this city of great opportunities since her student days. However, at first she was terribly lonely, because all her friends and fans remained in Perm. She missed home very much and admitted that, together with her colleague and fellow countrywoman Masha Shekunova, she shed “more than one bucket of tears.”

In the photo: Valentina Mazunina and Maria Shekunova

But soon she was approved for the role of Ksyukha, the friend of the groom’s brother from the comedy “Gorko!”, the debut directorial work of Zhora Kryzhovnikov. She went to shoot in Gelendzhik, met interesting people, and this helped her adapt to the new environment. Their tandem with actor Alexander Pal was one of the most memorable in the film. Valentina Mazunina dances in the film “Gorko!” She absolutely did not shy away from the company of such stars as Sergei Svetlakov, Yulia Alexandrova, Egor Koreshkov, Yan Tsapnik. True, as the artist admits, there were difficulties: due to the need to constantly gnaw on the seeds according to the script, she had to eat more of them than in her entire previous life.

Still from the film “Gorko”

This project with the participation of the actress again became truly popular and a box office success - with a budget of one and a half million dollars, it collected a record $25.5 million and was awarded a number of film awards. This circumstance prompted the filmmakers to make a sequel a year later, which became the most profitable domestic film in 2014.

Valentina Mazunina and Alexander Pal

During the same period, she played a small role as a bank employee in the melodrama directed by Stanislav Libin “The Eternal Fairy Tale”, where the main characters were portrayed on screen by Valeria Lanskaya, Nikita Zverev, Ekaterina Volkova, Timur Efremenkov.

After this, the Permian received an offer to star in Zhora Kryzhovnikov’s comedy film “The Best Day!”, based on Ostrovsky’s play “An Old Friend is Better than Two New Ones.” She harmoniously fit into the star acting ensemble, which included Dmitry Nagiyev, Olga Seryabkina, Inna Churikova, Mikhail Boyarsky, Elena Yakovleva. Her sparkling performance of the infamous twerk dance at a gas station along with a corps de ballet of plump girls became one of the most striking episodes of the film.

Valentina Mazunina dances twerk (“The Best Day”) In 2015, the actress starred in the leading role in the short tragicomedy “Rooster” with the original slogan “Pecking means loving.” Her heroine, who lost her loved one tragically, decided to commit suicide. But, fortunately, in time I met a rooster very similar to my late beloved. The simple girl reasoned that the soul of her fiancé had entered into him. She sincerely hoped, believed and tried to build a marital relationship with this rooster.

Valentina Mazunina on the set of the short film “Rooster”

In 2020, the sought-after actress played Dasha in the comedy film “Classmates” in partnership with Svetlana Khodchenkova as Vika, Olga Kuzmina, who played Katya, and Ekaterina Vilkova, who portrayed their friend Sveta on the screen. In the same year, two more films with Valentina’s participation were released, which added to her popularity - the comedies “Superbad” and “Man from the Future.”

Valentina Mazunina in the film "Classmates"

In 2020, the film “Classmates: A New Turn” was released, where fans of the actress could see her heroine Dasha, finally waiting for a marriage proposal from her beloved man Mikhail, played by Ararat Keshchyan.

In the same year, she starred in the comedy “Lucky Chance!”, playing Lenka, one of the wives of lucky friends who won fabulous money (43 million) in the lottery and tried to escape from them.

Valentina Mazunina in the film “Lucky Chance” In the continuation of the New Year’s film franchise “Yolki”, she brilliantly embodied the image of a girl in love from Novosibirsk, who decided at any cost to spend New Year’s Eve with her beloved traumatologist (Anton Bogdanov).

Valentina Mazunina on the set of the film “New Christmas Trees”

A small role went to the Permian in the drama of the same period by Boris Khlebnikov “Arrhythmia” with Alexander Yatsenko in the title role. She admitted in an interview that she was shocked by their professionalism and sobbed uncontrollably when the hero Yatsenko silently, only with his eyes, managed to convey his immense love and devotion to his wife.

Valentina Mazunina: full ammunition

Valentina Mazunina © Photo: Mikhail Marmur
05/14/2018 Anna Polibentseva THR met with Valentina and talked about humor, diet and her upcoming anniversary.

In her heroine from “Real Boys,” who first appeared on the screen eight years ago, some recognized their friends, some recognized themselves, and the rest simply laughed with pleasure at the plump girl with a stern character and a Ural accent. And somehow everyone immediately fell in love with Valentina Mazunina - especially after the release of the popular hit “Gorko!” Today, the actress is one of the most in demand in the comedy genre: the film “Well, Hello, Oksana Sokolova!” has just been released, and “Night Shift” is coming out in June. THR caught up with Valentina to talk humor, diet and her upcoming anniversary.

Many comedians remember that they made everyone laugh from an early age. Was it the same for you?

I was a very modest child, and until high school there were no signs of trouble at all. I did everything I wanted, but never thought about the stage and, especially, about cinema. My parents are very simple and have nothing to do with the theater and cinema environment: my father is a railway worker, and my mother worked all her life in the city administration. I thought it would be about the same for me. Everything changed when, quite by chance, I went to a drama studio at school with a friend. At first it was hard: taking the first step, going out to the audience, interacting with others. And then I got so involved that I still haven’t let go.

When you decided to study to become an actress, did you think that comedy would be your bread and butter?

No, it just happened that way. I have certain psychophysical data and abilities to work in this genre. At the same time, I am open to new things: it is always interesting to leave my comfort zone and do something unusual - something that is difficult at first. But I will never give up comedy, because I really enjoy doing it.

On Valentine: trench coat - Escada © Photo: Mikhail Marmur

Are they offering something out of your comfort zone?

Yes, a lot and completely different. They recently called for the second season of “Method” to play the role of a maniac woman who shoots suitors with a sniper rifle. When I was first invited, I called my agent back and asked: “Sasha, are they sure they didn’t make a mistake with the actress?” The director, meeting with me, said: “Well, shall we audition? Otherwise you’re all giggling and giggling.” They didn’t approve me, but they reassured me that they really liked me and invited me to audition for another character.

And yet you have experience in serious cinema. In "Arrhythmia", for example...

An amazing story happened to her. I was in Vereshchagino (Valentina’s hometown in the Perm region - THR) when the agent called and said: “Valya, you need to do the tests yourself...” And added: “... For Khlebnikov.” I was taken aback. Firstly, because such a director is calling me. And, secondly, because my parents don’t even know how to hold an iPhone in their hands - how will they take pictures? In general, I got ready, sat down to study the text, and realized that there was almost no need to depict anything - lie down, speak calmly and that’s all. I gave my mother the phone number, and already on the second take she couldn’t stand it: “It says there that your stomach hurts, why aren’t you playing anything?” (Laughs) In the end, we sent everything, and the next morning I was approved.

In March, the film “Well, Hello, Oksana Sokolova!”, based on the short film of the same name, was released. What was it like to immerse yourself in this story again?

I was very happy when the director of the film, Kirill Vasiliev, called and said that we would shoot a full-length film. But it turned out that remaking the same material is very difficult. It's good that there were still a lot of fresh scenes.

Has the comedy Night Shift, which comes out in June, become something unusual for you?

This is a cool story about a simple guy (played by Vladimir Yaglych - THR), forced to leave the factory for a strip club for money. And I played a kind girl, sincerely in love with him, who is trying with all her might to help, despite the fact that he is married. But who has ever bothered with this if there are strong feelings? (Smiles)

On Valentine: suit - Escada, shoes - Tamaris © Photo: Mikhail Marmur

Usually you play catchy laughers who can lash out sharply if necessary. Is it the same in life?

I admit, I lack some character traits of my heroines: determination, categorical choice, courage, straightforwardness. I’m also very suspicious - I can make a catastrophe out of anything.

How are you with self-irony?

Everything is fine with her. She saves in many situations. I really like people with a sense of humor - those who don’t mind laughing at themselves. Our world is so complex that if you don’t laugh, it’s time to cry. But, I must say, with age I began to take life more seriously, without carelessness and immaturity, as before. I'm getting old, I guess. (Laughs)

By the way, you are celebrating your 30th anniversary soon. Does age mean something to you, or is it just a number?

That's horrible! This is the first time this has happened to me: I’m very sad and grieving. I used to think that this was just talk, nothing special would happen, but now this figure just hangs over me! Despite the fact that I feel very young. Friends ask: “Well, Valya, how are we celebrating?” I say: “No way. I’ll sit at home all day, eat cake and drink white wine.” But in reality, we will celebrate, of course. I hope when I turn 30, everything will fall into place - at least until 40.

Valentina Mazunina © Photo: Mikhail Marmur

Since you're talking about cakes, I can't help but notice how much weight you've lost. Aren't you afraid that your fans won't accept you in your new image?

I treat myself adequately and understand that I’m not thin even now. Look, those cheeks are full of ammunition. (Laughs) But at my current weight I’m comfortable, and it would be stupid to give up harmony with my body for fear that I won’t be filmed. She gained a lot of weight when she moved to Moscow - she was constantly eating and crying. Then I looked at myself in “Bitter!” and thought: “Christmas trees, spread wider across yourself!” But I didn’t feel like that, I’m still a pussy inside.

Don't you feel like it's time to leave your debut - the series "Real Boys" - and move on?

“Real Boys” is my first and most favorite project, it is already an integral part of my life. The guys have become my family, and I’m not going to give it up, because without them it will be very difficult. So we will continue filming in the summer.

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Personal life of Valentina Mazunina

The actress, whom journalists like to compare with actress Irina Muravyova, is not married, but, as she admits, she is not deprived of the attention of the stronger sex. In men she likes honesty, kindness, and a good sense of humor. She honestly admits that, like any woman, she also wants material well-being.

Valentina Mazunina lost 12 kg

Among her close friends she named Vika, Tema and Semyon, whom she could call even at night, being sure that they would listen to her and sympathize with her in case of trouble or would sincerely rejoice at some of her victories.

In her free time, the actress enjoys traveling, skiing, and reading. In 2020, she discovered the book “Fried Green Tomatoes” by the American writer Flagg Fannie, which literally charged her with energy.

Valentina Mazunina before and after losing weight

She dreams of playing a heroine with a difficult fate, for example, a drug addict, and would also like to play a role in a magical children's fairy tale.

Valentina Mazunina: height, weight and figure parameters ^

The incomparable Valya from “Real Boys,” whose real name is similar to the name of the heroine, could not boast of being particularly slim since childhood, and even in adolescence, her weight was often a reason for ridicule among her peers, which provoked the actress to gain even more kilograms.

Valentina had a real food addiction, because... she “ate” any stress and problems with sweets that she could not refuse. Everything changed quite recently, and actress Valentina Mazunina lost weight in a short time. As she herself admits, she is categorically against fasting, so she did not follow a special diet, and besides, according to her, they are harmful to health.

Valentina Mazunina lost weight: before and after

Valentina Mazunina: height 158 ​​cm, weight 60 kg
Even before losing weight, Valentina Mazunina’s height and weight were 84 kg and 158 cm, and until a certain time such parameters completely suited her, until she decided to radically change her figure.

In just a few months, Valentina Mazunina lost 24 kg, and now weighs exactly 60 kg. As she claims, at this weight she feels more comfortable, which means that all her efforts were not in vain. The peculiarity of her technique comes down to the smallest restrictions and the use of a healing drink, so such a diet will be within the power of every woman.

After the publication of the first photo, rumors began to circulate on the Internet that Valentina Mazunina (Valka from Real Boys) had lost a lot of weight: many write that she watched the Slender+ program for weight loss, but in fact, only the fact that she drank ginger tea every day, thanks to which Alla Pugacheva once lost weight.

Many people often wonder: how did Valentina Mazunina lose weight, since not every woman can achieve such an effect? If you pull yourself together and use its rules, you can get a slim figure very quickly - all you need is willpower and overcome food addiction.

Secrets of losing weight from Valentina Mazunina

• You can’t completely give up your favorite foods like chocolate, pies and other sweets, but you need to limit their consumption to twice a week;
• Tea with ginger, which Valentina drinks on an empty stomach, has fat-burning properties and helps to lose weight quickly;
• Activity is the most important thing for a figure: the actress herself was involved in fitness at one time, but after she realized that this was not enough, she became interested in dancing and started running in the morning - this brought such good results;
• In order not to want to constantly eat, you need to maintain a gap of 2-3 hours between meals, and hunger will never appear.

Valentina Mazunina now

The premiere of the comedy “Night Shift”, which is in production, is planned for 2020, where the actress embodies the image of a loving and active girl who helped the hero of Vladimir Yaglych overcome life’s adversities, as well as the film “Well, hello, Oksana Sokolova”, where her co-star was Victor Dobronravov.

Valentina Mazunina prefers the comedy genre.
According to Valentina, the most memorable moment of filming for her was swimming in the Moscow River, handcuffed to Victor, when she was terribly afraid of swallowing incredibly dirty water.

Mazunina now

Already in 2020, several projects with the participation of the actress will be released. One of the films is the comedy “Night Shift” . The film is romantic in nature, since the heroine, whose image is embodied by Valentina Mazunina, strongly supports the main character, with whom she is in love. The film with the participation of the actress and Viktor Dobronravov “Well, hello, Oksana Sokolova” will also be presented to a wide audience in 2020. Valentina shares that in her entire acting role, the scariest moment was the episode where she swam in the Moscow River. At the time, she was handcuffed to her co-star, and she thought she might be swallowing some really dirty water in the process.