Dmitry Pozov

Dmitry Temurovich Pozov is a Russian comedian, actor, blogger, and host who gained wide recognition as a participant in the popular show "Improvisation" (later renamed "The Improvisers").
Date of birth: June 11, 1985.
Place of birth: Kursk, USSR (some sources indicate Stary Oskol).
Education: Graduated from Kursk State Medical University, specializing in dentistry, and holds a PhD in medical sciences.

Height: 170 cm. Dmitry is one of the shortest members of the Improvisation quartet. This often created a comical contrast on stage, especially when he stood next to Anton Shastun (who is over 197 cm tall).
Body type: Average, proportional. Dmitry maintains a stable figure and skillfully accentuates it with oversized clothing.

Hair and hairstyle: Dmitry prefers an ultra-short haircut (under the clippers) or a completely shaved head.
Facial Hair: An integral part of his image is his neat, always well-groomed dark blond beard and moustache.
Glasses: Pozov often wears optical glasses, and on set or on the street he can often be seen wearing stylish round or classic sunglasses.
Clothing style: In everyday life and on set, he prefers streetwear and casual styles. His standard wardrobe consists of oversized hoodies, simple sweatshirts, loose-fitting T-shirts, and jeans.
Headwear: Dmitry often appears on camera and in real life wearing various baseball caps, caps, or knitted beanies.

"Voice of Reason" and erudition: With a PhD in medical sciences, Dmitry stands out for his erudition and logic. On the intellectual show "Loud Question," he often becomes the team's driving force, demonstrating a phenomenal memory and broad outlook.
Ironic "stuffiness": His stage friends and fans jokingly call him "the most stuffy" improviser. Dmitry is prone to perfectionism, detailed analysis, arguments over rules, and a funny, everyday grumpiness. He readily embraces this image, turning it into a comedic gimmick.
Honesty and openness: Pozov is completely direct with his audience. He's not afraid to publicly discuss difficult topics. For example, he openly shared his experiences with the loss of his father and his subsequent voluntary treatment for depression in a clinic.
Progressive views: Dmitry demonstrates deep empathy and flexibility in matters of human relationships. In one interview, he sparked a heated online debate by frankly stating that he differentiates between physical infidelity and genuine love, and is willing to understand his partner in difficult situations.
Leadership skills: Behind the scenes, Dmitry is a structured and responsible person, capable of leading projects. He independently develops the large sports and entertainment program "Ploshchadka," where he acts not just as a comedian but as a full-fledged producer and host.
Grumpy Comfort: In the show, he often takes on the role of a "grumpy old man" who loves comfort, order, and clear rules.
Passion and Excitement: Completely transforms when it comes to his hobbies. Becomes emotional and involved.

Dmitry is a key member of one of the most popular comedy groups in the CIS, led by producer Stas Sheminov. He stars in the following projects: "Improvisers," a large-scale comedy show airing on the STS channel (previously broadcast on TNT as "Improvisation"); "Loud Question," a popular internet show in which four comedians and a guest star attempt to answer intellectual questions in a completely deaf environment; and "Table Time," a reality show in which participants compete in original board games and psychological games.

"Improvisation" (later renamed "The Improvisers") is a unique comedy television show that has no script, and everything that happens on stage is made up by the actors on the fly. The show has become a cult classic on Russian television thanks to its permanent quartet of comedians: Dmitry Pozov, Anton Shastun, Arseniy Popov, and Sergey Matvienko. How the show works: Complete improvisation. The comedians don't know what roles, themes, or situations they'll have to play. They receive their assignments directly during filming. Guest Star: Each episode features a famous guest (actor, singer, blogger), who sets the topics, participates in skits with the comedians, or manages the game.

Intellectual humor
Thanks to his high level of erudition, Pozov often bases his jokes on historical facts, scientific terms, or complex logical connections. He instantly grasps the context of a topic and delivers subtle jokes, tailored to the savvy audience.

"Stuffy" and everyday humor
Dmitry is a master of everyday satire. He loves to point out stupidity, the illogicality of rules, and the strange behavior of people in ordinary situations (at the MFC, in stores, on the road). His grumpiness on stage is always hilarious because it's so relatable.

Irony and self-irony
Pozov is never afraid to make fun of himself. His small stature, age (his "grandfatherly" habits), bald head, and dental degree are constant subjects for his own jokes. At the same time, he can also easily and sarcastically poke fun at his colleagues. Textual Humor (Punchlines) In improvisation, Dmitry is at his best in formats that require a quick and succinct delivery of a spoken joke (for example, in "Shokers" or "Loud Question"). He doesn't rely on antics; his main weapon is a precise, sharp punchline.

Sarcasm and directness
His humor can be cynical and harsh, but never verges on stupid vulgarity. He jokes with a completely serious, stone-faced expression (so-called deadpan humor), which only enhances the comic effect.

To Anton Shastun: A close friend and fellow countryman. History: Dima and Anton have the longest history of relationships. They are both from Voronezh, played together in KVN and performed in regional comedy projects before their Moscow fame. Relationship: Shastun is the closest and most understandable person for Pozov. Dima often treats Anton warmly, but also regularly plays "grandfather" by criticizing or kindly ridiculing his childishness, habits, and absent-mindedness. They have a strong emotional connection, and they understand each other's humor perfectly.

To Arseniy Popov: Respect Across Differences in Mentality. History: Arseniy came to the project from the Omsk improvisation theater "Cra3y," and his background was very different from Dima's KVN past. Attitude: Dima and Ars are complete opposites. Pozov is a pragmatist, logician, and realist, while Popov is an aesthete, an actor, and a man of mystery. Dima has repeatedly admitted in interviews that Arseniy was initially difficult to understand. Pozov can mock Ars's theatricality, his "enigmatic" image, or his choice of clothing. Nevertheless, Dima deeply respects Arseniy as a professional and acknowledges that his intellect and unique style make the show balanced.

About Sergei Matvienko: Friendship-confrontation and the nickname "Nausea." History: Seryozha, like Arseny, represents the St. Petersburg technical school of improvisation, but his personality leans toward absurd and edgy humor. Relationship: The most heated comedic arguments often erupt between Dima and Seryozha on screen. Dima, a structured person, is genuinely amused (and sometimes "infuriated") by Seryozha's way of formulating his thoughts at length, getting confused over simple things, or stubbornly sticking to his guns, even when he's clearly wrong. Yet, in real life, they are very close, and their on-screen bickering is a sign of absolute trust. Why does Dima call Seryozha "Nausea"? The nickname "Nausea" (or "Nausea") was coined by Dima Pozov during their joint shows and backstage appearances (this was especially evident in projects like "Chat-nachstotu" and "Gromkiy vopros" ["Loud Question" - a reference to "The Big ...

Dmitry Pozov openly admitted that he checked himself into a specialized clinic (a psychiatric hospital) due to severe clinical depression. According to the artist, his psycho-emotional state deteriorated significantly due to a series of serious personal upheavals—the death of his father and the separation from his wife, Ekaterina, after 15 years of marriage.

Pozov faced deep burnout and reflection, which developed into depression.
He described his state this way: "You're depressed, you have no energy... pleasure is turned off, that dopamine pit." He was "sick of pretending" that everything was fine.

Treatment duration: Dmitry spent two weeks in the clinic, after which he was discharged at the end of May 2025. Rumor denial: The comedian vehemently denied rumors that he was admitted to rehab due to alcohol or drug addiction. His hospitalization was solely related to his mental health.