If you love attractive Iranian women, you’re in luck. There are a lot of stars that can make your heart skip a beat. Use this article to find out more about the hottest and most beautiful Persian girls from Iran today!
1. Nazanin Boniadi
| Nazanin Boniadi | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Nazanin Boniadi |
| Born | May 22, 1980 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Nationality | British |
| Alma mater | University of California, Irvine (BS) |
| Occupations | Actress, Activist |
| Years active | 2006–present |
| Early Life | – Born in Tehran, Iran |
| Education | – Bachelor’s degree with honors in Biological Sciences |
| Activism | – Served as an Amnesty International spokesperson |
| Other Contributions | – Advocate for human rights and prisoners of conscience |
| Languages | Fluent in English and Persian |
| Residence | Los Angeles, California |
Nazanin is an Iranian-American actress and model who is best known for her role as Hala Kamil on the TV series Alias. She is also one of the cast members on Homeland. Nazanin has also had a variety of other roles, including on 24, CSI: Miami and The Young and the Restless. Recently, she has had a recurring role on the TV series The Big C.
2. Mahlagha Jaberi
| Date of Birth | June 17, 1989 |
| Place of Birth | Isfahan, Iran |
| Occupation | Iranian |
| Nationality | Model and social media star |
| Education | holds a degree in mathematics and physics. |
Mahlagha is an actress and model who was born in New York City. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Fordham University and her Master’s degree in Social Work from New York Universities’ Graduate School of Social Work at the Lincoln Center. Her most notable roles are being on the show Homeland as Nasrat and being on the soap opera One Life to Live as Ayesha Shajarri, a role she played from 2001 to 2003. It has been reported that she will play her character again soon but it will be for a different show.
3. Nasanin Nuri
| Nasanin Nuri | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Nasanin Nuri |
| Miss Earth 2008 | Karla Henry, Miss Earth 2008 |
| Date | November 9, 2008 |
| Presenters | Billy Crawford, Priscilla Meirelles, Riza Santos |
| Venue | Clark Expo Amphitheater, Angeles City, Philippines |
| Broadcaster | ABS-CBN, Studio 23, The Filipino Channel |
| Entrants | 85 |
| Placements | 16 |
| Debuts | Bhutan, Congo DR, Guam, Luxembourg, Malta, Rwanda, Scotland, Serbia, South Sudan |
| Returns | Greece, Honduras, Hungary, Jamaica, Kosovo, Pakistan, Panama, Russia, Tahiti, Turkey |
| Winner | Karla Henry (Philippines) |
| Congeniality | Andrea Leon Janzso (Ecuador) |
| Best National Costume | Shassia Ubillús (Panama) |
| Previous Year | 2007 |
| Next Year | 2009 |
| Final Question | “If you have the chance to speak to the newly-elected US President Barack Obama about the state of the global environment, what would you tell him?” |
| Winner’s Answer | “What I would tell to the newly elected president of the USA, being one of the most powerful countries in the world, I would encourage him to implement environmental knowledge in the curriculum of all schools whether in the United States or in the Philippines. Environmental knowledge is something that all of us must share, but most importantly we must teach the youth that this is something that we should instill in them so that in the near future they will be the ones to take care of our mother Earth.” – Karla Henry, represented Philippines |
| Finale Format | The top eight delegates participated in the evening gown competition, and the final four answered a final question before announcing the three runners-up and Miss Earth. |
| Green Lifestyle | Advocated for a “Green Lifestyle” theme and engaged in environmental activities, including tree planting and educating children about environmental protection. |
Nasanin Nuri is a Persian actress from Kermanshah, Iran who has been living in the United States since 1979. She was one of the stars of About Elly, a film directed by Iranian director Asghar Farhadi. The film represented Iran in the 2009 Cannes Film Festival and won a Silver Lion award. She is also known for her work on the TV series Homeland as Nour Rafie, a role she has played since 2012. She is currently working on being in the upcoming film About Elly
4. Claudia Lynx
| Date of Birth | June 8, 1982 |
| Place of Birth | Tehran, Iran |
| Occupation | actress, writer, and model |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Education | High School |
Claudia is a model and actress from Iran, who lives in Canada currently. She received acting training at Manhattan’s Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute. She has also worked as a model for companies such as Guess and H&M. She has appeared on many ad campaigns, including ads for H&M and Target.
Her more recent acting roles include having a role in the film Brothers with Adrien Brody and Edward Norton, as well as being an alternate in the HBO miniseries The Pacific. In 2002, she played a role in The Benchwarmer and in 2007 she was a contestant on Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader. In 2008, she starred in A Love Before Time: The Eddie McDowd Story with Richard Dreyfuss. Claudia has been an artist for over 20 years.
5. Sarah Shahi
| Sarah Shahi | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sarah Shahi |
| Birthdate | January 10, 1980 (age 43) |
| Birthplace | Euless, Texas, U.S. |
| Other Names | Aahoo Jahansouzshahi, سارا شاهی |
| Occupation | Actress, Former Model |
| Years Active | 1997–present |
| Notable Roles | Carmen on “The L Word” |
| Spouse | Steve Howey (m. 2009; div. 2021) |
| Partner | Adam Demos (2020-present) |
| Children | 3 |
| Languages | English, Persian |
| Martial Arts | 1st Dan Black Belt in Shorin-Ryu Karate |
Sarah Shahi is an American actress from Eureka, California of Iranian descent. She is known for her roles as Carmen on The L Word, Carmen on Life, and Kate Reed on the NBC series Life. She has been in over 50 movies and television series. She has also appeared on many television shows such as 24 and CSI: Miami.
6. Shiva Rose
| Shiva Rose | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shiva Rose |
| Birthdate | February 8, 1969 |
| Birthplace | Santa Monica, California, U.S. |
| Nationality | American, Iranian heritage |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, Activist, Blogger, Owner of a natural beauty-product line |
| Spouse | Dylan McDermott (m. 1995; div. 2009) |
| Children | 2 (Daughters: Collette and Charlotte) |
| Father | Parviz Gharib-Afshar (Former Iranian television host and actor) |
| Early Life | Lived in Iran until 1979, fled during the Iranian Revolution |
Shiva is a model and actress from Iran, who lived in the United States since she was a child until her college years, then returned to Tehran. After modeling for several agencies and agencies in Paris, she moved to Los Angeles where she modeled for many fashion magazines including Vogue Japan, Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, Cosmopolitan, Rolling Stone etc. Shiva Rose has worked with photographers such as Steven Meisel and Peter Lindbergh amongst others.
7. Leila Hatami
| Leila Hatami | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Leila Hatami |
| Birthdate | October 1, 1972 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Education | Mechanical Engineering (EPFL, Lausanne, Switzerland), French Literature |
| Awards and Accolades | – Silver Bear Award for Best Actress (Berlin Film Festival) – Crystal Simorgh Awards – Hafez Awards |
| Notable Films | – Leila (1997) – The Deserted Station (2002) – A Separation (2012) |
| Languages | Persian, French, English, German |
| Spouse | Ali Mosaffa (married in 1998) |
| Children | – Mani (son, born February 2007) – Asal (daughter, born October 2008) |
| Notable Collaborations | – Worked in films directed by Ali Mosaffa – Collaborated with Asghar Farhadi in A Separation |
| Additional Information | – Daughter of influential Iranian director Ali Hatami and actress Zari Khoshkam |
Leila Hatami is a model and actress, who has appeared in many movies and TV shows including The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor (2008), Flight of the Phoenix (2004) , Death Race 2 (2007) , The Dictator (2012), Street Fighter: Assassin’s Fist (2009), American Gangster (2007). She has also had many movies under production.
She has won two Crystal Awards in 2012 and 2011 for her movies House of Sand and Fog and A Separation. Leila is married to director Asghar Farhadi who directed About Elly, a movie which Leila starred in as well.
8. Pegah Ahangarani
| Pegah Ahangarani | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Pegah Ahangarani |
| Birthdate | July 24, 1984 (age 38) |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Occupations | Actress, Director |
| Awards | Crystal Simorgh, Hafez Award, Iran’s Film Critics and Writers Association Award |
| Arrest and Detention | – Arrested in 2009 for supporting Mir-Hossein Mousavi during post-election turmoil |
Pegah Ahangarani is an actress from Iran who has appeared in many TV shows including The 100 most beautiful women, The Change-Up (TV series), Mad Men (TV series), Boiling Points (TV series). She has also had many movies under production. She is currently in the upcoming film About Elly.
9. Elnaz Shakerdoost
| Elnaz Shakerdoost | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Elnaz Shakerdoost |
| Birthdate | June 28, 1984 (age 39) |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Alma Mater | Azad University |
| Years Active | 1996–present |
| Awards | Crystal Simorgh, Hafez Awards |
| Siblings | 1 older brother, 1 younger sister |
| Early Acting Success | Best Actress Award at the Student Fajr Festival (1997) |
Elnaz Shakerdoost is an Iranian-American actress and model who has appeared in many movies and TV shows including The Heat (2013), New Girl (TV series) as “Lucy Riggs” , White House Down, Red Dawn (2012), The Last Airbender, Dredd, Mars Needs Moms (2011). She has worked with photographers such as Steven Meisel and Peter Lindbergh amongst others. Currently she is in the upcoming film About Elly, which will be her second movie to be directed by Asghar Farhadi.
10. Sahar Biniaz
| Sahar Biniaz | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sahar Biniaz |
| Birthdate | November 17, 1987 |
| Birthplace | Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Nationality | Iranian-Canadian |
| Occupation | Actress, Model, Beauty Pageant Titleholder |
| Education | Stella Adler Studio of Acting School, Los Angeles |
| Pageant Achievements | Winner of Miss Universe Canada 2012, 1st Runner-up in Miss Universe Canada 2008, Revlon Professional Best Hair award winner |
| Notable TV Role | Recurring role as Kali, the Hindu goddess of power, on the TV show Sanctuary |
| Advocacy | Actively raises awareness for pit bull controls and promotes safety measures |
| Survivor | Overcame a pit bull attack at the age of 14, bearing visible scars on her chest |
Sahar Biniaz is an Iranian-American model, actress and producer. She is best known for her role as Nadia in the film “Devil Wears Prada” and as herself on the “Ellen DeGeneres Show”. She has been in over 20 movies and will be starring in the upcoming movie “About Elly”. She has been a producer on many TV shows such as “The Bad Girls Club”. She is also known for her work on the TV series Homeland as Dina Araz, a role she played from 2013 to 2014.
11. Catherine Lisa Bell
| Catherine Lisa Bell | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Catherine Lisa Bell |
| Birthdate | August 14, 1968 |
| Birthplace | London, England |
| Nationality | British, Iranian |
| Occupations | Actress, Model |
| Known for | Lieutenant Colonel Sarah MacKenzie in JAG, Denise Sherwood in Army Wives, Cassandra “Cassie” Nightingale in The Good Witch |
| Education | Studied at the Beverly Hills Playhouse |
| Fluency | Fluent in Persian and English |
| Hobbies | Motorcycling, skiing, snowboarding, kickboxing, cross-stitching, model car making |
| Relationship Status | In a relationship with Brooke Daniells |
| Children | 2 |
| Residence | Los Angeles, California |
| Religion | Practicing Scientologist |
| Notable Achievements | Co-executive producer of The Good Witch movies, reprised role as Sarah “Mac” MacKenzie in NCIS: Los Angeles, starred in Jailbreak Lovers |
Catherine Lisa Bell was born on August 14, 1968. She is a British-American actress and model best known for playing Lieutenant Colonel Sarah MacKenzie in the television series JAG from 1997 to 2005, Denise Sherwood in Army Wives from 2007 to 2013, and Cassie Nightingale in the Hallmark The Good Witch movies and television series from 2008 to 2021.
12. Mahtab Keramati
| Mahtab Keramati | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Mahtab Keramati |
| Birthdate | October 17, 1970 (age 52) |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Education | Bachelor of Microbiology |
| Alma Mater | Azad University |
| Occupations | Actress, Film Producer, UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador |
| Years active | 1998–present |
| Spouse | Babak Riahipour (married 1986; divorced 2002) |
| Awards and Recognitions | Crystal Simorgh – Best Actress in a Supporting Role for the film “Twenty” |
| Notable Films | The Men of Angelos, Mummy III, Rain Man, Saint Mary, Crimson Soil, Hell, Purgatory, Heaven, There Are Things You Don’t Know, Alzheimer, The Private Life of Mr. and Mrs. M. |
| Philanthropy and Charity | Engaged in philanthropy and charity work after the 2003 Bam City earthquake. Participated in a charity meeting for the quake-stricken people of Bam. Involved in releasing prisoners sentenced to nemesis and collecting blood money for victims’ families. Collaborated with Shahab Moradi in these efforts. |
| Activism | Women’s rights activist |
| UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador | Appointed as UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador in Iran in August 2006 |
Mahtab Keramati is an Iranian actress born on October 17, 1970. She has been honored with numerous distinctions, including a Crystal Simorgh and two Hafez Awards. In August 2006, she was named Goodwill Ambassador for UNICEF in Iran.
13. Elahe Hesari
| Elahe Hesari | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Elahe Hesari |
| Date of Birth | August 9, 1983 |
| Birthplace | Qazvin, Iran |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2007–present |
| Education | Graduate in English Language and Literature |
| Notable Achievement | Best Actress Award at the Eurasia International Film Festival (2013) |
| Other Awards | Nominated for Hafez Awards |
| Sports Interest | Yoga |
| Family | Two sisters: Elmira and Melika |
Elahe Hesari, an Iranian actress, was born on August 9, 19900. She has been nominated for two Hafez Awards, among other distinctions. She won Best Actress at the 9th Eurasia International Film Festival for Don’t Worry, Sarah (2013). The 2013 Best Female Performance Award at the 9th Eurasia International Film Festival in Almaty, Kazakhstan, should be mentioned as one of Hesari’s accomplishments. Hesari coaches a sports team in addition to his acting career. Yoga captivates her particular interest.
14. Elnaz Habibi
| Elnaz Habibi | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Elnaz Habibi |
| Date of Birth | 21st Mordad 1367 |
| Place of Birth | Tehran, Iran |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in Editing |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years of Activity | 1386-present |
| Spouse(s) | Mehdi Sahib Al-Zamani (1392-1394) |
Elnaz Habibi was born in Tehran on July 12, 1988, and holds a degree in film editing. She has acted in movies and television programs such as Until Being with Sorayya and Chimney, directed by Siroos Moqaddam.
15. Desiree Akhavan
| Desiree Akhavan | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Desiree Akhavan |
| Birthdate | December 27, 1984 (age 38) |
| Birthplace | New York City, U.S. |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma Mater | Smith College, New York University |
| Occupations | Filmmaker, writer, actress |
| Years Active | 2010–present |
| Notable Works | “Appropriate Behavior,” “The Miseducation of Cameron Post” |
| Recognitions | Winner of the 2018 Grand Jury Prize at Sundance Film Festival |
| Filmography | “Creep 2,” “Girls,” “The Bisexual,” “The Miseducation of Cameron Post” |
| LGBTQ Activism | Advocate for LGBTQ rights in the film industry, focusing on queer female stories |
| Personal Life | Identifies as a bisexual woman |
Desiree Akhavan was born on December 27, 1984 in New York City. Following the Iranian Revolution of 1979, both of Akhavan’s parents fled to the United States; Akhavan has stated in interviews that they now identify as Americans. She is an American actress, writer, and filmmaker. Her 2014 debut feature film, Appropriate Behavior, and her 2018 film The Miseducation of Cameron Post are her most well-known works. She made an appearance in the found-footage horror thriller Creep 2.
17. Nasim Fetrat
| Nasim Fetrat | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Nasim Fetrat |
| Nationality | Afghan |
| Occupation | Journalist |
| Awards | Two-time winner of the freedom of expression awards |
| Blog | Editor of the Afghan Lord blog |
| Organization | Director of the Association of Afghan Blog Writers (AABW) |
| Media Coverage | Featured in BBC Persian, CNN, Foreign Policy Magazine |
| Publications | Contributions to own news sites and publications by NATO and UN |
| Advocacy | Advocate for a free press in Afghanistan |
Nasim Pedrad is an Iranian-American actress, writer, and comedian. She was born on November 18, 1981. From 2009 to 2014, She appeared in the NBC sketch comedy program Saturday Night Live as a cast member. She then starred in the Fox sitcoms Mulaney and New Girl, the Fox horror comedy series Scream Queens and the TBS science fiction series People of Earth. Chad is a TBS sitcom written, produced, and starring Pedrad (2021).
18. Nazanin Mandi
| Nazanin Mandi | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Nazanin Mandi |
| Birthdate | September 11, 1986 |
| Birthplace | Valencia, California, U.S. |
| Occupations | Actress, Singer, Model, Life Coach |
| Years Active | 2004–present |
| Education | Graduated from Valencia High School |
| Modeling Agency | Wilhelmina Models (Los Angeles) |
| Notable Publications | Vogue, MAXIM, GQ India, Esquire Malaysia |
| Ad Campaigns | Microsoft, Ecko Unlimited, Good American, Savage X Fenty |
| Collaborations | Chynna Dolls swimwear line |
| Acting Career | Disney Channel’s “That’s So Raven,” Film debut in “The Last Conception” |
| Music Career | Released debut single “FOREVER MOOD” |
| Brand Ambassador | PrettyLittleThing, Missguided, Savage X Fenty |
| Marital Status | Married to Miguel (2018-2022), divorced in 2022 |
| Mental Health Advocacy | Overcoming body dysmorphia, depression, anxiety, promoting self-love |
| Life Coaching | Transitioned into a life coach, developing a self-empowerment platform |
Nazanin Aliza Mandighomi Pimentel, professionally known as Nazanin Mandi, is an actress, singer, model, and life coach from the United States. Nazanin Mandi was born in Valencia, California, on September 11, 1986. She traces her ancestry to Iran, Mexico, and Native Americans. Los Angeles-based Wilhelmina Models signed Mandi. In 2017, Mandi released a collection in collaboration with the swimsuit brand Chynna Dolls.
19. Sahar Ghoreishi
| Sahar Ghoreishi | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sahar Ghoreishi |
| Birthdate | December 27, 1987 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Marital Status | Divorced |
| Ex-Spouse | Mehran Akhavan Zakeri |
| Relationship Status | Currently dating Amir Tataloo since May 2022 |
| Notable TV Series | “Delnavazan” |
| Notable Films | “The Silent Voice” (2012), “Parallel Lines” (2017) |
| Notable Achievements | Best Actress, Iranian Film Festival, 2015 |
| Other Activities | Brand Endorsement, Modelling |
Sahar Ghoreishi was born in Iran on December 27, 1987. Tehran is where Sahar Ghoreishi was born. 2004 saw her marriage to Mehran Akhavan Zakeri, and 2009 saw their divorce. She dated Iranian footballer Mehdi Taremi for a brief period. Ghoreishi began dating Iranian singer Amir Tataloo in May 2022. Ghoreishi began her career in 2009 with a role in the Iranian television series Laj-o-Laj Bazi (English: “Perseverance”). She became well-known thanks to her part in the Iranian drama Delnavazan. Additionally, she is active in brand endorsement and modeling.
20. Sarah Bayat
| Sarah Bayat | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Sarah Bayat |
| Birthdate | October 6, 1979 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2001–present |
| Known For | A Separation, Muhammad: The Messenger of God, Nahid |
| Spouse | Alireza Afkari |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Notable Role | Razieh in “A Separation” |
Iranian actress Sarah Bayat was born on October 6, 1979. Her most famous performance was as Razieh in the 2011 Academy Award-winning movie A Separation, for which, At the Berlin International Film Festival, The Silver Bear for Best Actress went to her.
21. Leila Zare
| Leila Zare | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Leila Zare |
| Birthdate | October 13, 1980 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 2005-present |
| Notable Works | We Are All Fine (2005), Goodbye (2011), Night Shift (2015) |
| Nominations | Asia Pacific Screen Awards – Best Performance by an Actress |
| Awards | Crystal Simorgh for Best Supporting Actress (Ma Hameh Khoubim, 23rd Fajr International Film Festival), Diploma of Honour for Best Actress (Shift-e Shab, 33rd Fajr International Film Festival) |
Leila Zare was born in Tehran, Iran, on October 13, 1980. She is a famous Iranian actress who is well-recognized for her screen parts. We Are All Fine (2005), Goodbye (2011), and Night Shift (2013). (2015). Zareh was a nominee for the Asia Pacific Screen Awards’ “Best Performance by an Actress” award and won the Crystal Simorgh for “Best Supporting Actress” at the 23rd Fajr International Film Festival for her part in Ma Hameh Khoubim in 2005.
22. Bahareh Kian Afshar
| Bahareh Kian Afshar | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Bahareh Kian Afshar |
| Date of Birth | 10th Ordibehesht 1362 (40 years old) |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Software Engineering |
| Occupation | Actress and Songwriter |
| Years Active | Since 1385 (2006) until present |
| Notable Works | – Kolah Pahlavi (TV series) |
Bahare Kianafshar is an Iranian actress who was born in Tehran in 1983. In 2006, she began performing in the “Kolah-e Pahlavi” serial by Seyed Ziadin Dari. The “Asheghaneh” series by Manouchehr Hadi, the “Golshifteh” series by Behrouz Shoaibi, and “Sinners” by Faramarz Gharibian are famous examples of her work.
23. Mahnaz Afshar Jadid
| Mahnaz Afshar Jadid | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Mahnaz Afshar Jadid |
| Date of Birth | June 10, 1977 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Nationality | Iranian |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Education | Graduated in natural science in high school |
| Notable Films | Cease Fire (2006), Passion of Love, Season Salad |
| Recognition | Crystal Cymorgh, Hafez Awards, Iran’s Film Critics and Writers Award |
| TV Series | Gomshodeh (Lost) |
| Talent Show | Persia’s Got Talent (Judge) |
| Personal Life | Divorced from Yasin Ramin |
| Recent Controversy | Participated in an anti-Islamic Republic demonstration in Germany |
Mahnaz Afshar is an Iranian actress born on June 10, 1977. The record-breaking film Cease Fire brought her widespread recognition (2006). She has garnered numerous honors, including the Crystal Cymorgh, two Hafez Awards, and the Iran Film Critics and Writers Association Award.
24. Linda Kiani
On September 14, 1980, Linda Kiani was born in Abadan, Iran. Linda Kiani’s age in 2022 is 42 years. See below for additional information about Linda Kiani. Film and television actress best recognized for her roles in Nasepas, Aghaye Haft Rang, and ZigZag. She has also appeared in television programs such as Capital and Ta Soraya.
| Date of Birth | September 14, 1980 |
| Place of Birth | Abadan, Iran |
| Occupation | Movie Actress |
| Nationality | Iranian |
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25. Maryam Zakaria
| Maryam Zakaria | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Maryam Zakaria |
| Born | Tehran, Iran |
| Citizenship | Sweden |
| Occupation(s) | Model, Actress |
| Years active | 2009–present |
| Spouse | Arvind Thakur (m. 2012) |
| Children | 1 |
| Film Industry | Indian films |
| Notable Works | Madatha Kaja, Agent Vinod, Grand Masti |
| Professional Background | Model, dance teacher, choreographer |
| Bollywood Career | Moved to Mumbai in 2009, appeared in TV adverts and films |
| Tamil Film Breakthrough | Popular dance video on YouTube led to a role in Nagaram (2010) |
| Telugu Film Achievements | Notable role in Madatha Kaja (2011) |
| Bollywood Fame | Acted in Agent Vinod and Grand Masti (2013) |
| Marriage and Family | Married choreographer Arvind Thakur in 2012, has a son named Aryan Thakur |
Maryam Zakaria is a Swedish actress and model of Iranian descent who works in Indian cinema. She has starred in films in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. Her most well-known acting credits are from Maratha Kaja, Agent Vinod, and Grand Masti. Zakaria worked as a model, dance instructor, and choreographer in Sweden. She founded the first Bollywood dance school in Sweden, the Indisk Dans Studio, which taught the “jhatkas and matkas of Bollywood cinema.”
26. Shohreh Aghdashloo
| Shohreh Aghdashloo | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shohreh Aghdashloo |
| Birthdate | May 11, 1952 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Citizenship | Iranian, American |
| Alma Mater | Brunel University |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1976–present |
| Spouses | Aydin Aghdashloo (m. 1972; div. 1979) Houshang Touzie (m. 1987) |
| Children | 1 |
| Awards | Primetime Emmy Award, Satellite Award |
| Notable Films | House of Sand and Fog (2003), The Exorcism of Emily Rose (2005), Star Trek Beyond (2016) |
| Notable TV Series | 24 (Season 4), The Expanse (2015–2022) |
| Autobiography | The Alley of Love and Yellow Jasmines (2013) |
| Additional Projects | Voice role in Netflix’s Arcane (2021) Lead character in Amazon Prime Video’s The Expanse |
Shohreh Aghdashloo was born on 11 May 1952 in Iran and the United States. She made her film debut with Chess of the Wind, following numerous starring roles on stage. Her subsequent two films, The Report (1977) and Sooteh Delan (1977), received critical acclaim and established Aghdashloo as one of Iran’s leading ladies, despite being banned in Iran.
27. Golshifteh Farahani
| Golshifteh Farahani | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Golshifteh Farahani |
| Birthdate | July 10, 1983 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Citizenship | Iranian, French |
| Alma Mater | University of Applied Science and Technology |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years Active | 1996–present |
| Notable Films | M for Mother, Body of Lies, About Elly, The Patience Stone, Paterson, Girls of the Sun, Extraction |
| Awards/Nominations | Nominated for Most Promising Actress Award (2014 César Awards) for The Patience Stone |
| Musical Background | Started studying music and piano at the age of five |
| Notable Collaborations | Worked with directors such as Jim Jarmusch, Marjane Satrapi, and Roland Joffé |
| Social Activism | Advocate for the eradication of tuberculosis in Iran |
| Recent Performance | Invited to perform with Coldplay during their Music of the Spheres World Tour |
| Controversies | Faced criticism and controversy for posing nude in magazines and films |
Rahavard Farahani was born on 10 July 1983. She is an Iranian actress professionally known as Golshifteh Farahani ( ). She is recognized for her roles in the films M for Mother (2006), Body of Lies (2008), About Elly (2009), The Patience Stone (2012), Paterson (2016), Girls of the Sun (2018), and Extraction. She was nominated for the 2014 César Award for Most Promising Actress for The Patience Stone.
28. Shermine Shahrivar
| Shermine Shahrivar | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Shermine Shahrivar |
| Birthdate | September 17, 1982 |
| Birthplace | Tehran, Iran |
| Nationality | German |
| Occupation | Model |
| Beauty Pageant Titles | Miss Europe 2005 |
| Languages | German, Persian, French, English |
| Education | University degree in social sciences |
| Hosted Events | Oberhausen, Germany Nowruz celebration |
| Television | Hosted Traumpartner TV (Dec 2004 – Aug 2005) |
Shermine Shahrivar crowned Miss Europe in 2005. She was born in Germany on September 17, 1982. In 2004, Shahrivar was crowned Miss Germany 2005, while competing in France, she was crowned Miss Europe. In March 2005, she was chosen as the host of the reportedly largest Nowruz festival in the world, which took place in Oberhausen, Germany. From December 2004 until August 2005, she presented Traumpartner TV in Germany.
29. Afsaneh Pakroo
| Afsaneh Pakroo | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Afsaneh Pakroo |
| Original Title | افسانه |
| Country | Iran |
| Language | Persian |
| Publication Date | December 1923 |
| Poem by | Nima Yoshij |
| Narrative Structure | Consists of two complete narratives and fragmentary narratives |
| Innovations | Departure from traditional form and content, introduction of personal intentions |
| Nationalist Views | Evident in the poem, inspired by Mazandaran legends, reflects the nature of Mazandaran |
| Influence on Poets | Influential on poets such as Ahmad Shamlou and Mehdi Akhavan Sales |
| Impact | Led to the emergence of a new school of poetry in Iranian poetry |
| She’r-e Nimaa’i | Considered as the manifesto of She’r-e Nimaa’i |
Afsaneh Pakroo is an Iranian actress born in Ahvaz, Iran, on May 1, 1983. She studied art and architecture at Islamic Azad University, and since 2004 her career has been active. Her films include Roya-ye khis, Mohakemeh, and Racism-e ashegh-Koshi.