Early Life and Family
- Born: Tehran, Iran (1957)
- Died: October 6, 2023 (aged 66)
- Son of actress Jamileh Sheykhi.
- Married to Fatemeh Naghavi, also an actress.
- Father to two children, Setareh Pesyani and Khosrow Pesyani, both actors.
Career in Theater, Film, and Television
- Began acting career in theatrical plays in 1977.
- First film appearance in 1983 with the movie "Afarit."
- Extensive work in television series throughout his career.
- Founded the "Bazi" theater group with his wife, Fatemeh Naghavi, since 1988, producing experimental theater.
- Notable Film Appearances:
- The Hidden Half (2001)
- Ceasefire 1 and 2 (2005 & 2014)
- Hidden Feeling (2006)
- Throughout the Night (2010)
- The Redemption (2010)
- The President's Cell Phone (2011)
- The Wooden Bridge (2011)
- Notable Television Series:
- The First Night of Peace (2006)
- Privacy Policy (2009)
- Goodbye Child (2012)
- A Piece of Land (2012)
- Like a Mother (2013)
- Madineh (2014)
- A Beautiful Revolution (2014)
- Directed and wrote the play "Qajari Coffee" in 2018, staged at the City Theater in Tehran. Adapted Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’.
Awards and Recognition
- Nominated for Best Supporting Actor Golden Statue multiple times:
- Two Women (1998)
- The Burnt Generation (1999)
- The Last Supper (2001)
- Who Killed Amir? (2005)
- Nominated for Crystal Simorgh's Best Leading Actor for In Cold Blood (1994) at the Fajr International Film Festival.
- Won the Best Supporting Actor Golden Statue for Water and Fire (2001).
- Received the National Artist Honor Award in 1999.
Legacy and Influence
- Established a acting school called Free Acting Workshop in 1994, contributing to the training of new actors.
- Known for his nuanced performances and versatility across different genres.
- His work is recognized by Most-Famous-Paintings and other platforms showcasing Iranian cinema.
- Daughter, Setareh Pesyani, continues his legacy in acting.
- Considered a veteran of Iranian theater, film, and television, leaving behind a significant body of work.
