Nisakhan (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2016, Nisakhan is a drama film directed by Jurat, running about 87 minutes.
What it’s about. The film is based on the life of Nisakhan, a folk artist from Kuche County in Xinjiang. It chronicles her lifelong dedication to preserving Kuche folk songs while confronting conservative forces and religious extremism in the old society, showcasing her artistic contribution of collecting and compiling over 300 folk songs. Through the tragic love story between the protagonist and Tursun, the film traces Nisakhan's life journey—how she used art to resist oppression and, after liberation, celebrated the new China through her songs.
Who’s in it. Nisakhan stars Baihetiyaer Eziz as 图尔逊, Kunduzai Tasi as 帕塔姆罕, Chen Yuan as 林基路 and Kalibinuer Keyimu as 尼莎罕.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Nisakhan has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Nisakhan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Nisakhan tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Nisakhan (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Nisakhan change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Nisakhan worth watching?
- Nisakhan holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Nisakhan?
- Nisakhan stars Baihetiyaer Eziz, Kunduzai Tasi, Chen Yuan and Kalibinuer Keyimu.
- When was Nisakhan released?
- Nisakhan was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.