Where did Ivan Urgant go and what happened to his business projects

“Fear and pain. No war, the popular Russian showman wrote on his Instagram account and disappeared. Loyal fans of the famous evening TV show worry only one question. Where is Ivan Urgant? Will it ever be on TV again? We talk about everything in detail in today’s article.



When on February 24, 2022, Russia launched a full-scale war against Ukraine, the Russians reacted differently to it. Some public figures took a silent position. Someone supported the current regime in Russia. However, there were those who spoke out against what was happening.

One of these people was Ivan Urgant. On his Instagram account, he posted a black square and captioned it with the words: "Fear and pain." No war. Of course, it is difficult to say that the showman decided to support Ukraine or something like that. After all, from any publication on the Internet will not be easier for anyone.



However, in this way Urgant showed the public that he does not support the decision of the authorities. And to call war a war in Russia today not everyone can dare. Not surprisingly, after his statement, the famous TV presenter disappeared.

There were many rumors that he emigrated to Israel. But 2 weeks after his anti-war post, Ivan posted a fresh photo and reported that he was on vacation. And he should be back soon.



One way or another, Urgant stopped appearing on TV screens. The main entertainment show of the country “Evening Urgant” was closed. Where Ivan Urgant is now is still unknown.

But now it is clear that Ivan Urgant is unlikely to work in Russia. For example, not so long ago there was news that he decided to quit the founders of the luxury real estate agency Evans. As a co-owner, he was listed there for 6 years.

Previously, the showman spoke about this company in the best way. Once he was just a client of her, and then became a full-fledged participant in a big business. However, working with real estate, like working on Russian television, is in the past.



Ivan has no more business projects in Russia. Although Urgant is still listed as an individual entrepreneur in the tax office, nothing is known about his open sources of income.

In early August, the State Duma held the first meeting of the Group to Investigate Anti-Russian Activities in the Field of Culture. After that, the deputies sent a letter to the General Director of the First Channel Konstantin Ernst.



Instagram / @urgantcom They want him to reason with Urgant and convince him that the government needs to be supported. And if the showman refuses, he must be immediately fired from the First Channel. A loud statement did not pass by Ivan. However, he responded in his ironic style.

I, Urgant Ivan Andreevich, carefully read the video materials of the first meeting of the Group of Investigation of Anti-Russian Activities in the field of culture (1 hour 40 minutes). I believe that the appearance of such a group is necessary, and all the proposals made by the meeting participants are accurate and timely. For my part, I would like to contribute to the fruitful work of the group and make some rational proposals.”



Instagram/@urgantcom A suggested he rename this important group to the "Enemies of Our Society Detection Group." And his anthem to make the famous composition of Yaroslav Evdokimov “Fantazer”.

Such ridicule can only mean that Urgant is not afraid of either dismissals or persecution in his country. It became known that he not only returned to Russia, but also managed to hold one event at home.

Urgant was a presenter at the ceremony of the charity Fund “Friends”. The Procharity Intellectual Volunteering Award was held there. What Ivan will do next and whether he will return to television, time will tell.



Instagram / @urgantcom And so far on the Internet people have broken into 2 camps. While some admire the showman’s courage, others douse him with dirt. In the eyes of many Russians, Urgant became a traitor to his homeland. I wonder what you think of this man?