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Soraya Qasemi (Persian: ثریا قاسمی; born 19 December 1940) is an Iranian actress. She was born in Tehran and her mother Hamideh Kheirabadi was known as Mother of the Iranian Cinema.




Professional Career of Soraya Ghasemi


Soraya Ghasemi is a renowned Iranian actress who began her acting career on television in 1973 with the series "Ghesse-ye Eshgh" (Tale of Love). Before the 1979 Iranian Revolution, she appeared in four television series and two films, establishing herself as a notable actress in the Iranian entertainment industry.
After a brief hiatus following the revolution, she returned to acting in 1986 at the age of 46, with the movie "Khaneye Abri" (The Cloudy House) and a year later with the series "Gorg-ha" (Wolves). Throughout her career, Ghasemi has remained committed to acting, particularly excelling in voice acting, a profession she holds dear even after years in cinema. Her portrayal of strong female characters, particularly in Nasser Taghvai’s works, offered a fresh depiction of women in Iranian cinema.




Personal Life and Marriage


In 1970, Soraya Ghasemi married Rahim Barfaraz, and together they have three children: two sons, Behrooz and Babak, and a daughter named Banafsheh.




Hosting and Recitations


In the early 1990s, Ghasemi expanded her career by hosting various television programs and performing recitations of classical Persian poetry, showcasing her diverse talents beyond acting.




Diverse Acting Roles


Ghasemi’s versatility as an actress shone through after winning the Crystal Simorgh for Best Actress at the 19th Fajr Film Festival in 2001 for her role in "Maral." Following this recognition, she embraced more diverse roles, including in films like "The Last Supper" and "Dokhtar Shirini Forush" (The Pastry Girl).
Her short yet impactful role in "The Last Supper" earned her the Best Supporting Actress award from the Iranian Cinema House. Subsequently, she ventured more into comedy films after her successful performances in "Dokhtar Shirini Forush".




Television Popularity


Her performances in the television series "Dar Panah To" (In Your Protection) and "Shabe Dahom" (The Tenth Night), directed by Hamid Labkhandeh and Hassan Fathi respectively, earned her widespread popularity. Additionally, her work in televised plays such as "Towards Damascus" (Hamid Samandarian), "Nekrasov" (Mohammad Rahmanian), and "Towards Ka'ba" (Tajbakhsh Fanaeian) further solidified her standing as a beloved and respected figure in Iranian theater.




Awards and Honors


Crystal Simorgh for Best Actress at the 19th Fajr Film Festival for her role in "Maral" (2001).
Crystal Simorgh for Best Supporting Actress at the 34th Fajr Film Festival for her role in "Villa Dwellers" (2016).
Best Actress award at the Kansas City Film Festival for her role in "Maral."
Through her decades-long career, Soraya Ghasemi has remained a symbol of dedication and versatility in the Iranian entertainment industry, revered for both her dramatic and comedic roles across various media platforms.




Filmography


2023: Mastooran 2 (TV series)
2020: Aghazadeh (TV series)
2018: Douch
2013: Sounds of Rain (TV series)
2012: Maternal Lullabies (TV movie)
2011: The Recall (TV Series)
2008: Invitation (Davat)
2008: Predicament (Makhmaseh)
2007: The Trial
2005: Salvation at 8:20
2005: The Birthday Chant
2002: The Last Supper
2002: The Pastry Girl
2002: Tenth Night
2001: Khakestari
2001: Maral
1992: The Statue
1989: Courtship
1988: Wolves (TV series)
1988: Setare o almas
1979: Zende bad
1973: Tranquility in the Presence of Others
1972: Bitter and Sweet (TV series)




References






External links


Soraya Qasemi at IMDb

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