Laya Zanganeh: From Maryam in “Dar Panah To” to Her Successful Career in Cinema and Television

Laya Zanganeh was born on October 1, 1965, in Tehran, Iran.

As of 2026, she is 60 years old.

She grew up in Tehran in a religious family and spent her childhood and early years in the capital city. Unlike many actors who entered the entertainment industry at a young age, Zanganeh initially focused on education and artistic training before beginning her professional acting career.

She has an older brother, although she has generally kept details about her family life private.

August 3, 2026 | 8:20 pm