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Hossein Panahi
Born (1956-08-28)28 August 1956
Died 4 August 2004(2004-08-04) (aged 47)
Tehran, Iran
Occupation Poet, writer, actor, director

Hossein Panahi Dezhkooh (Persian: حسین پناهی دژکوه; born August 28, 1956 – died August 4, 2004) was a talented Iranian actor and poet. He was known for his unique style in acting and writing.

After finishing high school, Hossein briefly studied religion in his hometown. However, he soon moved to Tehran to pursue his dream of working in art. He spent four years studying at the Anahita art school. There, he learned to be an actor and a screenwriter.

Hossein began his acting career in a TV show called Mahalleh Behdaasht (Hygiene Neighborhood). He also wrote and acted in some of his own TV shows. While these early shows weren't very popular, he later became famous for a show called Two Ducks in Fog. He wrote, directed, and acted in this show. It was a big success, and people loved his work.

Hossein Panahi passed away at the age of 47 due to a heart attack. He was buried in the city of Soogh, next to his mother.

Hossein Panahi's Works

Films He Acted In

Hossein Panahi appeared in several movies during his career. Here are some of them:

  • Bab'Aziz (2005)
  • Ghessé hayé kish (1999) (in the part called "The Greek Boat")
  • The Fateful Day (1995)
  • Mard-e na-tamam (1992)
  • Mohajeran (1992)
  • Avinar (1991)
  • Hey Joe! (1988)

Theater Plays

He also performed in theater. Some of his plays include:

  • Chizi Shabih-e Zendegi
  • Do Morghabi Dar Meh (Two Ducks in Fog)

Popular TV Series

Hossein Panahi was a familiar face on television. He starred in many TV series:

  • Mahalle-ye Behdasht
  • Roozi Roozegari
  • Azhans-e Doosti
  • Imam Ali
  • Dozdan-e Madabozorg
  • Koochak-e Jangali
  • Yahya va Golabatoon
  • Roozegar-e Gharib
  • Hasht Behesht

Books He Wrote

Besides acting, Hossein Panahi was also a respected poet and writer. He published several books:

  • Man va Nazi (Me and Nazi)
  • Setareh (Star)
  • Goldan va Aftab (Vase and Sun)
  • Payambar-e Bi Ketab (Prophet Without a Book)
  • Del-e Shir (Lion's Heart)
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