Harsh Time Bogd

Directed by

Tserendorj Tsedendamba

Based on the novel "Zanabazar" by folk writer Seng Erden, this film reflects the historical life and creative path of Zanabazar, popularly known as "High Saint". Gombodorji Zanabazar (1635-1723), the first head of Mongolian Zoroastrianism, the first Bogd, and sculptor, was born in the area of ​​Usan-i-sum in Tusheet Khan Province, now in Uvorkhangai Province. Zanabazar was brought up in a religious school from a young age, and at the age of 15 he was recognized as the incarnation of Jawzandamba. G. Zanabazar's mistakes cannot be forgiven as he played a dark role in losing the country's independence by subjugating Manchuria. However, as he was a man who spoke several Eastern languages, composed the Mongolian Soyombo alphabet, wrote poems, was a sculptor, and a multifaceted scholar, his artistic works became very famous.