Putin rides horse, fishes while shirtless in new 2019 calendars

Vladmir Putin plays cover model in new calendar The Kremlin's most famous cover model is back as the new 2019 Vladimir Putin calendar hits stands.

New calendars for sale in Russia showcase the country’s president as Mr. January – and the star of every other month, too.

With 2019 fast approaching, the country’s street vendors have started hawking calendars featuring glossy photos of President Vladimir Putin.

The calendars often show off the macho, tough-guy image Putin likes to project, featuring images of him performing activities such as holding a gun, riding a horse, playing hockey, and fishing while shirtless.

Other photos include Putin posing with animals and holding the World Cup trophy.

Moscow shop owners say the calendars are popular among tourists and ordinary Russian citizens.