Georgian singer Kikabidze: Ukrainian artists should not perform in Russia 
Georgian singer and film actor Vakhtang Kikabidze urged Ukrainian artists to refrain from performing in Russia … He stated this on the air of Savik Shuster's Freedom of Speech show, which is available on YouTube.
Thus, the musician answered the question whether cultural figures of Ukraine should give concerts on Russian territory. “I think we shouldn't. But they must demand from their government that they have a job, “he said.
Kikabidze added that he himself does not travel to Russia and does not communicate with those who travel. He refused visits in August 2008 after the war in South Ossetia and Moscow's recognition of its independence. The artist also refused the Order of Friendship of Peoples awarded by the President of Russia.
In July 2019, the artist supported the Georgian singer Nino Katamadze, who announced her refusal to perform concerts in Russia, and in August again denied rumors about her trips to Russia. stating that those who have self-esteem will not go there.