ABOUT OCHIR
PROFESSIONAL
HAND BALANCER CONTORTIONIST
ACTOR
MODEL
Lkhagva-Ochir Erdene Ochir is an internationally acclaimed Mongolian circus artist, known for his breathtaking chair handbalancing act, performed over 740 times across three continents.
He began training as a contortionist at the age of 9, under the mentorship of Tsendayush T., one of Mongolia’s most respected contortion coaches. His talent was first discovered by his uncle, a talent scout, who introduced him to the National Circus of Mongolia.
He later joined the renowned Human Rose contortion studio, where he now teaches the new generation of contortionists along with coach B. Norovsambuu.
A graduate in Drama and Film Studies and the creator of The Legend of Fire—Mongolia’s first theatrical-circus production—Ochir has mastered multiple disciplines, including handbalancing, contortion, aerial straps, and acrobatics.
He has performed with Cirque du Soleil in both CRYSTAL and KOOZA, and has been awarded the Polar Star Medal and the title of Honoured Artist of Mongolia, recognizing his status as a national treasure. Today, Ochir shares his knowledge with the next generation of artists through international workshops, retreats, and the AcroMongolia Stage Artist Program.

International Circus & Performance Awards
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Bronze Trophy – 16e Première Rampe International Circus School Competition, Monaco (2004)
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Special Prize – Hue International Culture Festival, Vietnam (2012)
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Gold Trophy – 4th International Circus Festival Ha Noi, Vietnam (2012)
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Silver Trophy – 29th Golden Festival Di Liana Orfei, International Circus Festival, Italy (2013)
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Silver Trophy – Mongolian Clown Competition (with Khishig-Ulzii, 2010)
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2 VS 2 Battle B-Boy Breakdance Competition – Second Prize (2008)
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Budapest Prix Award – 14th Budapest Circus Festival, Hungary (2022)
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Prix de l’Association Monégasque des Amis du Cirque – 46ème Festival International du Cirque de Monte-Carlo, Monaco (2024)
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Golden Star Award – 23ème Festival du Cirque Auvergne Rhône-Alpes Isère, Grenoble, France (2024)

National Honors & State Recognition
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Honoured Artist of Mongolia (2025)
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Order of the Polar Star – State Award, Mongolia (2021)
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Mongolian Best of Art and Culture Award (2012)
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Leader Youth Gold Medal – Mongolian Youth Federation (2012)
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Golden Medal of TOP YOUTH – Mongolian Youth Federation (2012)
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Honorary Medal – CITI Institute, Mongolia (2013)

Acting
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Last Dance (Film) – Stuntman, Mongolia (2007)
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Tengri (Film, Hamba Production) – Main Role: Prince Sorog, Mongolia (2012)
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Notre Dame de Paris Theatrical Show – Dancing & Acting, Mongolia (2013)
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Naughty Neighbor (TV Series, Mongol HD Channel) – Actor, Mongolia (2015)
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Murdguch (TV Series, Education HD Channel) – Actor, Mongolia (2017)
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Durlasan Nud (Music Video, Singer Bayartsetseg) – Acting, Mongolia (2021)
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The Pattern of My Silk (Film, Education TV) – Main Role: Erbold, Mongolia (2023)
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Love Story (Film, UBS TV) – Main Role: Erkheedei, Mongolia (2024)

Modelling
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G-Mobile – Photo & Video Campaign, Mongolia (2012)
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Jalam Khar Gold Beer – Photo & Video Campaign, Mongolia (2013)
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Sakho Jewellery – Photo Shooting/Modeling, Mongolia (2015)
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Sarul Tal Music Video – Main Role (2015)
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Khan Tengeriin Khair Music Video Series – Main Role (2015)
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Amidraliin Beleg Music Video – Hand Balancing Performance (2016)
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Mungun Cashmere – Video & Photo Advertising, Mongolia (2021)
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US Project Virtual Show – Matrix Salon – Modeling, Mongolia (2021)
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Cubist Scape Campaign – Mercedes-Maybach S-Class 2024, by David LaChapelle (USA, 2024)

TV Shows
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Physical Asia - Netflix (2025)
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Dancing with the Stars 3 – 2nd Place, TV5 Mongolia (2012)
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Instrumental Video – G Entertainment Art Media & Lkhagva-Ochir (2016)
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The Models (TV Show, Mongol HD Channel) – Jury, Mongolia (2021)
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To Be or Not to Be (UBS TV) – Jury, Mongolia (2022)
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The Talk (CBS, USA) – Guest Performer (2023)

Body Building Competitions
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Future Mister Mongolia, Men’s Fitness Physique – 1st Place (2020)
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12th World Bodybuilding & Physique Sports Championships, Men’s Fitness Physique – 1st Place, Uzbekistan (2021)
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Mister Mongolia, Men’s Fitness Physique – 1st Place (2021)
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Mongolia Champ Cup, Bodybuilding & Physique Sports Championships – 2nd Place (2021)
