Soraya Qasemie

Soraya Qasemi (; born 19 December 1940) is an Iranian actress. She was born in Tehran and her mother Hamideh Kheirabadi was known as Mother of the Iranian Cinema.

Career Soraya Qasemi is a renowned Iranian actress who began her acting career on television in 1973 with the series "Ghesse-ye Eshgh" (Tale of Love). Before the 1979 Iranian Revolution, she appeared in four television series and two films, establishing herself as a notable actress in the Iranian entertainment industry.

After a brief hiatus following the revolution, she returned to acting in 1986 at the age of 46, with the movie "Khaneye Abri" (The Cloudy House) and a year later with the series "Gorg-ha" (Wolves). Throughout her career, Qasemi has remained committed to acting, particularly excelling in voice acting, a profession she holds dear even after years in cinema. Her portrayal of strong female characters, particularly in Nasser Taghvai’s works, offered a fresh depiction of women in Iranian cinema.

In the early 1990s, Qasemi expanded her career by hosting various television programs and performing recitations of classical Persian poetry, showcasing her diverse talents beyond acting. 2020: Aghazadeh (TV series) 2018: Douch 2013: Sounds of Rain (TV series) 2012: Maternal Lullabies (TV movie) 2011: The Recall (TV Series) 2008: Invitation (Davat) 2008: Predicament (Makhmaseh) 2007: The Trial 2005: Salvation at 8:20 2005: The Birthday Chant 2002: The Last Supper 2002: The Pastry Girl 2002: Tenth Night 2001: Khakestari 2001: Maral 1992: The Statue 1989: Courtship 1988: Wolves (TV series) 1988: Setare o almas 1979: Zende bad 1973: Tranquility in the Presence of Others 1972: Bitter and Sweet (TV series)