Golshifteh Farahani at the 51st Deauville American Film Festival 2025

Early Life and Background

Born to Artistic Roots in Iran

Golshifteh Farahani was born on July 6, 1983, in Tehran, Iran. Raised in a culturally rich environment, she was exposed to the arts from a young age. Her family was deeply involved in the arts—her father, Ebrahim Farahani, was a musician, and her mother was a renowned poet. This nurturing environment fostered her love for storytelling and performance.

Education and Early Acting

Golshifteh studied at the University of Tehran’s Faculty of Fine Arts, where she honed her acting skills. Her early career began with theater productions and Iranian television, where she quickly gained recognition for her talent and presence.

Breaking Cultural Barriers

Her decision to pursue cinema and her eventual move abroad marked the beginning of her journey beyond Iran’s borders, challenging cultural and political boundaries and advocating for artistic freedom.

September 7, 2025 | 5:59 pm