Mohamad Ali Fardin was an Iranian actor who is best known for The Story of Night (1973), King of the Hearts (1968), and Hatam Taee (1966). He was born in Tehran, Iran, in 1930, and passed away on April 6, 2000, in Tehran due to a heart attack.
Personal and Family Life
Fardin was not only an accomplished actor but also a former wrestling champion, having won a silver medal at the 1952 world freestyle wrestling championships in Tokyo. Known widely as the “King of Hearts,” he became a beloved figure in Iranian cinema. He actively worked in films during a time of significant cultural change in Iran.
Career Highlights
He starred in many films, gaining critical acclaim, especially for his role in “Soltaneh Ghalbha,” for which he won Best Actor at the First Iranian National Film Festival in 1969. However, his career faced challenges; after the Iranian Revolution in 1979, he was able to act in only one more film, titled The Damned, before he was banned from the industry.
Death and Legacy
Mohamad Ali Fardin passed away on April 6, 2000. His contributions to Iranian cinema and wrestling have left a lasting legacy. He is remembered fondly by fans and is considered a significant figure in the history of Iranian entertainment.