We were lucky to catch up with Georgui Kasaev recently and have shared our conversation below.

Georgui, appreciate you joining us today. Do you wish you had started sooner?

That’s a great question, and honestly, I don’t think I would change the timing of when I started my creative career. I began performing very early in life through my family’s circus, so creativity and being in front of an audience were always part of who I was. However, when it came to acting for film and television specifically, I started later than many people in the industry. By that point, I had already lived in multiple countries, earned two degrees, competed professionally in MMA, and built businesses in construction and real estate.

Looking back, I think starting when I did gave me a real advantage. I came into acting with life experience, discipline, and a strong work ethic. I understood pressure, rejection, and long-term commitment in a way I don’t think I would have if I had started earlier. I also had the emotional maturity to take feedback, keep training, and stay patient during the slower seasons that come with a creative career.

Because of that, the antagonist and villain characters I create tend to have more depth and grounding. I bring real-world perspective to those roles that I don’t think I would have had if the timing had been different.

If I had started much earlier, I might have gained more time in the industry, but I don’t think I would have had the same perspective or resilience. If I had started later, I might have missed the momentum and opportunities that came from taking the leap when I did. So in many ways, the timing was exactly right for me. Each chapter of my life prepared me for the next one.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

My story has never followed a straight line, and I’ve come to see that as one of my greatest advantages. I grew up performing as part of my family’s circus act, specializing in trick riding and equestrian acrobatics on horseback while working with the Moscow Circus. From a young age, I was traveling across multiple countries, cultures, and languages, performing in front of large audiences and learning how to adapt quickly in unfamiliar environments. That early exposure to performance, discipline, and constant change shaped how I approach everything I do today—whether in business, real estate, or the creative world.

As I got older, I gravitated toward disciplines that demanded structure, commitment, and personal responsibility. I became a professional mixed martial artist and later earned two degrees from the University of Georgia with honors. Along the way, I worked across a wide range of industries, which eventually led me to realize that entrepreneurship was the path that best aligned with how I wanted to live and work. I value independence, ownership over outcomes, and being accountable for both success and failure.

Professionally, my foundation is in real estate and construction. I own and operate My Residence Sold, where I work with buyers, sellers, and investors in both residential and commercial real estate. I also own Euro Align, a millwork carpentry company that specializes in installing doors, windows, and trim. In addition, I work with Wow What A Roof as a roofing evaluator, salesperson, and project manager, serving homeowners and occasionally contractors on new builds. Across all of these services, my philosophy is to go above industry standards—be responsive, be precise, and complete projects efficiently so that the work is as minimally disruptive to people’s lives as possible.

What I help solve for clients is often clarity in complex situations. Real estate transactions and construction projects can feel overwhelming, especially when people are making large financial decisions or navigating unfamiliar processes. My background allows me to bridge the gap between strategy and execution. I can help clients evaluate properties realistically, understand renovation scope and cost, and move forward with fewer surprises and better long-term outcomes.

Alongside business, I maintain an active creative career as a professional actor and stunt performer, with multiple television and film appearances. Performance has always been part of my identity, and acting continues to sharpen my ability to communicate clearly, stay composed under pressure, and tell compelling stories. That skill set carries over into how I show up for clients, partners, and collaborators—with preparation, presence, and a strong respect for the responsibility people place in me.

What sets me apart is the range of lived experience I bring into every project. I’ve been a performer, an athlete, a builder, an entrepreneur, and an investor. That diversity gives me perspective and allows me to relate to people from many different walks of life. I tend to combine technical understanding with practical execution and a people-first mindset, which creates a more grounded and trustworthy experience for those I work with.

What I’m most proud of isn’t any single title—it’s the consistency it took to build across disciplines: earning my degrees, becoming a professional athlete, teaching myself real estate, building companies, and continuing to grow creatively. I want potential clients, followers, and collaborators to know that my brand is built on discipline, perseverance, and integrity. When someone trusts me with their home, their investment, or their creative project, I take that responsibility seriously.

At the core of everything I do is a simple goal: to help people move forward with more confidence—financially, professionally, and creatively—while building a life with greater freedom, intention, and long-term stability.

Any resources you can share with us that might be helpful to other creatives?

Looking back, I don’t think there’s one specific resource I wish I had known about earlier as much as I wish I had understood sooner how powerful intentional self-education and community can be in a creative career. Early on, I relied heavily on trial and error, which taught me a lot, but better guidance would have helped me shorten the learning curve.

If I had to point to resources I value now and would recommend to my earlier self, it would be structured acting training, quality coaching, and being more intentional about surrounding myself with people who were already operating at the level I aspired to reach. Finding the right mentors, training environments, and creative peers earlier would have accelerated my growth and helped me avoid some common early mistakes.

I also wish I had leaned into learning about the business side of creativity sooner—understanding contracts, representation, and long-term sustainability. That kind of knowledge doesn’t replace the craft, but it protects it and allows you to build something lasting.

For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?

For me, the most rewarding part of being a creative is the moment when something internal becomes something shared. Whether it’s a character on screen, a performance, or a story, there’s something powerful about taking an idea, a feeling, or a perspective and turning it into something that resonates with other people.

I enjoy the process of building something layered and intentional—where preparation meets spontaneity—and then seeing how it lands with an audience. That exchange, where your work creates a reaction or a connection, is what keeps the work meaningful for me.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://GeorguiKasaev.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/villainpugilist
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachgeorgui/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/georgui-kasaev/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@GeorguiKasaev
• Other: MyResidenceSold.com, EuroAlign.com