Biography
Who is Parviz Parastui?
Early life and background
Parviz Parastui was born in Kabudarahang, located in the Hamadan province of Iran. Before beginning his career in the entertainment industry, he served in the Iran-Iraq war. Following his military service, he worked in judicature before transitioning into acting.
His early professional path in film began when he starred in the motion picture Diar-e Asheghan. This initial film role paved the way for a long-lasting career in the Iranian film industry, establishing his presence across various cinematic projects.
Film career and major roles
Parviz Parastui expanded his acting portfolio by starring in a variety of war films directed by Ebrahim Hatamikia. Some of these well-known war projects include Hunting, The Red Ribbon, The Glass Agency, and Dead Wave. He also appeared in films such as The Snowman and The Glass Love.
He gained major popularity and international fame after playing the role of Reza Marmoulak in the satire film Marmoulak, directed by Kamal Tabrizi. Prior to that, he starred as Sadeq Meshkini in the comedy film Leily Is with Me, which was also directed by Kamal Tabrizi and provided a new perspective on the Iran-Iraq War. His performance in The Willow Tree, directed by Majid Majidi, featured him in the role of Joseph.
Television and music work
In addition to his extensive film work, Parviz Parastui has appeared in multiple television series. His well-known TV credits include roles in programs such as The Apartment, The Martyr of Kufa, The Red Soil, Under the Pillory, and The Chef. He also took on the lead role in the television series titled The Accomplice.
Beyond acting on screen and on stage, Parastui is an established singer and has recorded three music albums. His debut album, titled Daddy, was released in 2006. He followed this with his second album, Im Parviz Parastui, in 2013, and released his most recent album, I'm an Actor, in 2014.
Awards and recognition
Parviz Parastui has received numerous prestigious accolades throughout his extensive entertainment career. His honors include four Crystal Simorgh awards for Best Actor, making him the only actor to achieve four wins in that specific category.
In addition to his Crystal Simorgh trophies, he has collected four Hafez Awards, two Iran Cinema Celebration Awards, and an award from Iran's Film Critics and Writers Association. He was also awarded the Best Actor title at the International TV Programs Rome Festival for his performance in the television series Under the Pillory.
Birthday and age
Parviz Parastui was born on June 24, 1955, which makes Parviz 71 years old today. That birthday falls under the Cancer sign. Parviz shares the date with 68 other famous people.
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