To Kill a Mongolian Horse

Set in the winter steppes, the story follows Saina, a Mongolian horseman who leads a double life. By day, he manages his family ranch and cares for his horses, but by night, he performs as a majestic rider in horseback shows for an audience. While he portrays a figure of strength and elegance on stage, Saina struggles with the instability of his actual life as a herdsman. He finds himself caught between traditional rural values and the pull of modern city life, attempting to navigate relationships with his father and his former wife and child.

This drama was written and directed by Xiaoxuan Jiang. The film features Saina in the title role, alongside Undus, Qilemuge, Tonggalag, and Qinartu. It is a multinational production involving companies from Hong Kong, Malaysia, the United States, Saudi Arabia, Korea, Thailand, and Japan, including La Fonte, Da Huang Pictures, and HUniche Pictures. The movie has a runtime of 97 minutes and was released on July 24, 2025.