 It was the first time piracy was persecuted in Kyrgyzstan’s history.Akun's short film "Herding" was selected to more than 50 film festivals international competition section worldwide including Clermont-Ferrand, San Paolo, and Brussels.Since 2014, Akun pursuing his master's degree at School of Cinematic Arts, University of Southern California; he holds a bachelor's degree from Mass Communications, American University - Central Asia.