Talgat Sholtaev

Talgat Sholtaev, also known as 'Уятмен', gained notoriety in Kazakhstan for draping a shawl over a statue of a woman in Astana, believing it to be an inappropriate representation. His actions sparked a heated debate in Kazakh social media, with opinions divided between supporters who applauded his moral stance and critics who ridiculed his actions. Sholtaev's incident has become emblematic of the ongoing discussions surrounding traditional values and modernity in Kazakhstan.