Igor Vladimirovich Shibanov is a Russian actor who trained at the Yaroslavl State Theatre Institute. His career has primarily been in theatre and film, often in close collaboration with his twin brother Georgy. He achieved international recognition for his leading role in the drama film *Living* (*Zhit'*, 2012), directed by Vasily Sigarev. For this intense performance, which he shared with his brother, he received significant accolades, including the Best Actor award at the GoEast Film Festival in Wiesbaden and the prestigious "White Elephant" award from the Russian Guild of Film Critics. Subsequently, he continued to work with prominent directors of contemporary Russian cinema, consolidating his reputation in arthouse film with roles in works such as Yury Bykov's *The Fool* (*Durak*, 2014). His work is characterized by a realistic approach and a remarkable stage presence.