Iranian actors born in 1951
Here are 5 famous actors from Iran were born in 1951:
Reza Kianian
Reza Kianian (June 19, 1951 Tehran-) a.k.a. رضا کیانیان is an Iranian actor, author, painter and sculptor.
He studied painting and sculpting at the university and began his acting career in the 1970s. Kianian has starred in over 100 films and has won numerous awards for his performances, including the Crystal Simorgh for Best Actor at the Fajr Film Festival. In addition to acting, he has written several books on acting and filmmaking and has exhibited his paintings and sculptures in numerous galleries. Kianian is considered one of the most prominent actors in Iranian cinema and is highly respected for his dedication to the arts.
Kianian's acting career began in the 1970s with appearances in small roles on Iranian television. He gained popularity for his roles in the 1980s and 1990s with a string of successful films. Kianian's breakthrough role came in 1992, in the film "Once Upon a Time, Cinema". He has since become known for his performances in a variety of genres, including dramas, comedies, and historical epics. Kianian is also noted for his work on stage, having performed in numerous plays. In addition to his artistic pursuits, Kianian is a philanthropist, serving as a goodwill ambassador for UNICEF in Iran. He also supports several charities and organizations, including those focused on children's health and education. Kianian continues to be a prominent figure in Iranian arts and culture and is highly respected by his peers and audiences alike.
Mahmoud Kalari
Mahmoud Kalari (April 30, 1951 Tehran-) is an Iranian cinematographer, photographer, actor, film director and screenwriter.
He is considered as one of the most renowned cinematographers in Iranian cinema and has been a key figure in Iran's New Wave film movement. Kalari began his career in cinema as a still photographer in the 1970s and eventually moved on to work as a cinematographer, primarily in collaboration with renowned Iranian director Abbas Kiarostami. Some of his most notable works as a cinematographer include "Taste of Cherry", "The Wind Will Carry Us" and "Through the Olive Trees".
Kalari has also directed films and his feature film debut "The Long Farewell" was critically acclaimed and won several awards at international film festivals. He has also acted in several films including "The Cow" and "Where is the Friend's Home?".
In addition to his film work, Kalari has also exhibited his photography in various galleries and exhibitions around the world. He is the recipient of several awards for his contributions to Iranian cinema including the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Iranian Film Festival in San Francisco.
Kalari's interest in photography began when he was in high school and he later joined the Iranian National TV as a photographer. In the 1970s, he became a still photographer and was nominated for the best photographer award in Iran's national festival of photography. He later joined the Iranian New Wave film movement and started working with several acclaimed directors including Bahram Beyzai and Amir Naderi. Kalari's cinematography is known for its unique style, often incorporating long takes, static shots, and natural lighting.
Aside from his work in cinema, Kalari has also worked as a theater photographer and directed a number of plays. He has written a book titled "Photography in Iranian Cinema" which highlights the works of Iranian photographers in cinema.
Kalari's contributions to Iranian cinema have been widely recognized both nationally and internationally. In addition to the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Iranian Film Festival in San Francisco, he has received the Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French Minister of Culture and Communication in 2015. He currently teaches at the Tehran University of Art and is considered as an important figure in the contemporary Iranian art scene.
Farrokh Nemati
Farrokh Nemati (November 23, 1951 Tehran-) a.k.a. Farokh Nemati is an Iranian actor.
Farrokh Nemati started his acting career in the early 1970s and has since appeared in numerous movies and TV series. He is known for his versatile acting skills and has played a variety of roles in his career. Some of his most notable performances include his roles in the movies "The Night of the Hunchback" and "The Journey of Mr. Heydarnejad". Farrokh Nemati has also played important roles in popular TV series such as "Barareh Nights" and "Samandar". In addition to acting, he has been involved in directing and producing several films. Farrokh Nemati is considered one of the most significant actors of Iranian cinema and has received several awards for his contributions to the industry.
Farrokh Nemati was born in Tehran and was interested in acting from a young age. He studied theater at Tehran University before starting his career in the entertainment industry. In addition to his work in film and television, Farrokh Nemati has also acted in theater productions, earning critical acclaim for his performances.
Throughout his career, Farrokh Nemati has been known for bringing authenticity and depth to his portrayals of complex characters. He has played a wide variety of roles and is known for his ability to bring nuance and subtlety to his performances.
In recognition of his contributions to Iranian cinema, Farrokh Nemati has been awarded numerous honors, including the Crystal Simorgh for Best Actor at the Fajr International Film Festival. He continues to be highly regarded in the Iranian film industry and remains active in his work as an actor, director, and producer.
Jamshid Heydari
Jamshid Heydari (March 28, 1951 Shiraz-) is an Iranian film director, film producer, screenwriter and actor.
Heydari is considered as one of the pioneers of Iranian cinema's new wave movement in the 1970s. His early films, such as "Downpour" (1972), "The Brick and the Mirror" (1965), and "Bashu, the Little Stranger" (1989) were critically acclaimed both domestically and internationally, and received numerous awards at film festivals around the world. Heydari's films often explore social and political issues and are known for their poetic and realist approach. In addition to directing and producing films, Heydari has also served as a member of the jury at various international film festivals.
Heydari was born in Shiraz, Iran in 1951. He started his career in cinema as an actor in the early 70s. Later, he transitioned into directing films, making his debut with the film "Downpour" in 1972. The film received critical acclaim and is considered a masterpiece of Iranian cinema. Heydari's second film, "The Brick and the Mirror", released three years later, is another landmark of Iranian cinema's new wave movement. The film tells the story of a taxi driver who finds a baby abandoned in his cab and tries to find the child's mother.
Heydari's career continued to soar as he directed more films in the following decades. He explored themes such as social injustice, poverty, and the lives of ordinary people in his movies. "Bashu, the Little Stranger" is one of his most celebrated works. The film tells the story of a young boy who flees the Iran-Iraq war and is taken in by a woman in a remote village. The film gained international recognition and won several awards including the Prix de la Camera d'Or at the 1989 Cannes Film Festival.
Throughout his career, Heydari has also been involved in the production and screenwriting of several films, including "Turtles Can Fly" (2004) and "The Glass Agency" (1998). Heydari has been a member of the jury at several international film festivals including the Cannes Film Festival and the Venice Film Festival. Heydari continues to be an influential figure in Iranian cinema and has been honored with several awards and recognition for his contribution to the film industry.
Aramazd Stepanian
Aramazd Stepanian (October 11, 1951 Abadan, Iran-) is an Iranian actor, film producer and playwright.
He is best known for his work in Iranian cinema and theater. Stepanian began his acting career in the 1970s, appearing in numerous Iranian films and television shows. In 1993, he produced and starred in the film "The Blue-Veiled," which won critical acclaim and several awards at international film festivals. Stepanian has also written and produced several plays for Iranian theater, including "The Fifth String," "The Dead Want a Word," and "The Silence of the Rooster." He has received numerous awards for his contributions to Iranian arts and culture, including the Order of Cultural Merit from the Iranian government in 2011. In addition to his work in film and theater, Stepanian is a prolific writer and has published several books of poetry and short stories.
Stepanian relocated to the United States after the Iranian revolution and continued his acting career there. He appeared in several American films and television shows, including "The West Wing," "ER," and "Homeland." In 2019, Stepanian received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Iranian Film Festival in San Francisco for his outstanding contributions to Iranian cinema. He is also an advocate for human rights and has been actively involved in several non-profit organizations, including the Iranian Human Rights Documentation Center and the Writers in Prison Committee of PEN International. Despite living outside of Iran, Stepanian continues to be hailed as one of the most important and influential figures in Iranian arts and culture.