Payman Maadi

Payman Maadi

55 · Born: Jun 30, 1970

Personal Details

Official Socials
BornJun 30, 1970 New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Hassan Moaadi
Relatives
  • Sibling (Sibling)

Biography

Peyman Maadi, a talented individual, was brought into this world in 1972 within the vibrant city of New York, to a loving Iranian couple. His father, a dedicated lawyer, played a significant role in shaping Peyman's early life. As fate would have it, Peyman's family decided to relocate back to their homeland, Iran, when he was just five years old. This pivotal move would have a lasting impact on his upbringing and future endeavors.

Peyman's academic pursuits led him to earn a degree in Metallurgical Engineering from the esteemed Karaj Azad University. However, his true passion lay in the world of filmmaking. He began his screenwriting career in the late 2000s, eventually becoming the writer of several renowned Iranian films.

As Peyman's writing career flourished, he made the transition to acting, making his debut in Asghar Farhadi's critically acclaimed film About Elly (2009). Two years later, Peyman's outstanding performance as Nader in Farhadi's A Separation (2011) earned him the prestigious Silver Bear award for Best Actor in Leading Role at the Berlin International Film Festival.

Career

2023
Aporia
Aporia as Jabir
2020
Westworld
Westworld as Elliot
2019
6 Underground
6 Underground as Murat Alimov
2018
Pig
Pig as Payman Maadi
2016
Window Horses
Window Horses as Payman (voice)
13 Hours
13 Hours as Amahl
The Night Of
The Night Of as Salim Khan
2015
Last Knights
Last Knights as Emperor
2014
Tales
Tales as Taxi Driver
2011
Mourning
Mourning as Masoud (voice)
2009
About Elly
About Elly as Peyman