Iranian-origin Bollywood actress Elnaaz Norouzi expressed happiness over the death of Iranian leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on social media on Sunday, making her a topic of discussion. Amidst the US, Israel and Iran controversy, many Iran-born Bollywood actors have also come into limelight. We are telling you that apart from Elnaaz Norouzi, there are other actors of Iranian origin in Bollywood. Also, read on to know about many Hindi film actors of Iranian origin.
Iranian-born Actors
Elnaaz Norouzi
Born in Tehran, Iran, Elnaaz has been active in Bollywood for the last 9 years. She got huge recognition from the character of ‘Zoya’ in Netflix’s famous series ‘Sacred Games’. Along with her acting, she is also known for her excellent dancing skills. Recently, his outspoken statement on Khamenei’s death has brought him into the headlines.
Mandana Karimi
Mandana is also a resident of Iran. Mandana, who started her career as a successful model, has worked in films like ‘Kyaa Kool Hain Hum 3’ and ‘Bhaag Johnny’. She became famous in every household through the reality show ‘Bigg Boss’.
Sajjad Delafrooz
This Iranian actor has made his mark as a ‘villain’ in Bollywood. He was seen in the role of the dreaded villain ‘Abu Usman’ in Salman Khan’s film ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’. Apart from this, he has also appeared in the web series ‘Special Ops’.
Actors with Iranian Roots
John Abraham
Very few people know that Bollywood’s ‘hunk’ John Abraham has a deep connection with Iran. John’s father is a Malayali Syrian Christian from Kerala, but his mother Firoza Irani is from a Zoroastrian family with roots in Iran. John’s Persian name is also ‘Farhan’.
Boman Irani
Boman Irani, one of the most versatile actors of Hindi cinema, was born in an Irani Parsi family in Mumbai. His ancestors came to India from Iran. He has always proudly presented his heritage and Parsi culture to the world.
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Agha – Old Memories
‘Agha’, a famous comedian of Hindi cinema between 1935 and 1986, was also of Iranian origin. His father came to India from Iran and settled in Pune. Agha had worked in about 300 films and was also seen in the song ‘Mehbooba Mehbooba’ from the film ‘Sholay’.
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art has no limits
Today, when gunpowder is raining between Iran and Israel, the presence of these artists is a reminder that art and cinema transcend national borders and wars. Bollywood has always accepted outside talent with open arms.