10 Inspiring Facts About Andisheh Foladvand: Actress and Poet with Nobel Dreams

2. Acting Career: From “Holy Mary” to Leading Roles

Andisheh Foladvand’s acting career began when she was only 18, with her first screen appearance in the movie Holy Mary directed by Shahriar Bahrani. Her role was modest but marked the start of a promising career in Iranian cinema. Her breakthrough role came with Friday’s Soldiers, directed by Masoud Kimiaei, where she played the character “Naqra.”

After this early success, Andisheh took a brief hiatus but returned with notable roles in Fereydoun Jirani’s Stars, gaining further recognition and appreciation. Her performance style, often nuanced and layered, resonated with audiences, earning her acclaim and awards, including the Palme d’Or for Best Actress at the Jam Jam Film Festival for her role in The First Stone. This recognition solidified her place as one of Iran’s leading actresses.

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