Shabnam Moghaddami

Shabnam Moghaddami was born in Tehran on March 23, 1972, into a family with a background in culture, art, and literature. Her father was an electrical engineer, and her mother was a high-ranking employee at University of Tehran. Moghaddami also has a younger brother named Behnam. In 2004, she married Alireza Ara, who remains her life partner to this day.

From an early age, she enrolled in acting classes and during high school became acquainted with the Children's Radio Group. She played some roles during this time. However, Moghaddami completed her secondary education in experimental sciences and graduated from university with a bachelor's degree in Persian literature.

Nonetheless, her passion for acting led her to participate in a screenwriting school of The Artistic Sect of the Islamic Republic under the supervision of renowned instructors. Afterward, she embarked on a new chapter in her life by taking acting courses at Amin Tarokh Acting School. {{Cite web|url=https://theater.ir/fa/artists/672/%D8%B4%D8%A8%D9%86%D9%85-%D9%85%D9%82%D8%AF%D9%85%DB%8C|title=Iranian Artists Database, Shabnam Moghaddami|date=February 14, 2009}}

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Shabnam Moghaddami commenced her professional theater career in the late-1990s when she became a member of the "Shaya Theater Group." Her debut in the play "The Paper House," directed by Shahram Karami, marked the beginning of her theatrical journey. Since then, Moghaddami has been involved in a diverse range of theatrical productions, both in leading and supporting roles.Her repertoire spans classical and modern plays, as well as portrayals of characters from national and international literary works. Her performances have been featured in both national and international festivals, solidifying her reputation as a theater artist. Over the course of her career, she has collaborated with famous directors such as Hamid Amjad, Mohammad Rahmanian, Mas'oud Rayegan, and Keyumars Moradi.

Her contributions to the theater have earned her numerous nominations and awards, including being recognized as the Best Actress at the Third Actor Celebration of Iran's Theater Forum in 2006,{{Cite web|url=https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/116993/Tehran-City-Theater-hosts-Actor-Celebration|title=Tehran City Theater hosts Actor Celebration |date=May 1, 2006}} and as the best actress in the actress's section at the Sixth Actors Celebration of the Association of Iran's Theater Forum.{{Cite web|url=https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/193526/Iran-s-theater-celebration-honors-actors|title=Iran’s theater celebration honors actors|date=April 30, 2009}} Some of her notable performances include "Pilgrim," "The Bridge," "Without Milk and Sugar," "Silence is My Heritage," "Terminal," "Death Garden,"{{Cite web|url=https://mehrnews.com/xbFWt|title="Bagh-e Marg" (The Garden of Death) is a journey between the past and the present|date=January 16, 2010}} "Letters to Teb,"{{Cite web|url=https://theater.ir/fa/21910|title="Shabnam Moghaddami" and her presence in "Namehayi Be Tab" (Letters to Teb) with more than one role |date=December 22, 2010}} "Merciless Killer, Hesse Karlson,"{{Cite web|url=https://mehrnews.com/xdfbW|title=Special performance of "Qatel-e Birahm, Hesse Carlson" (The Merciless Killer, Hesse Carlson) in front of a distinguished audience of artists|date=December 4, 2010}} "East is East!"{{Cite web|url=https://www.mashreghnews.ir/news/90337/%D8%B4%D8%B1%D9%82-%D8%B4%D8%B1%D9%82-%D8%A7%D8%B3%D8%AA-%D8%A8%D9%87-%D8%A7%DB%8C%D8%B1%D8%A7%D9%86-%D8%B4%D9%87%D8%B1-%D9%85%DB%8C-%D8%B1%D9%88%D8%AF|title="Sharq Sharq Ast" (East is East) is going to Iranshahr Theater |date=January 7, 2012}} "Tunnel",{{Cite web|url=https://www.ilna.ir/fa/tiny/news-277542|title=Shabnam Moghaddami and Fatemeh Motamed-Arya co-starred in "Tunel" (The Tunnel)|date=May 17, 2015}} and "My Seagull."{{Cite web|url=https://theater.ir/fa/121290|title=Shabnam Moghaddami returns to the theater stage with "Morgh-e Daryayi Man" (My Seagull)|date=June 15, 2019}}

Moghaddami has also been actively involved in the field of radio alongside her theater career. She has worked as a presenter and actress in various radio programs. Her academic background in Persian literature have made her particularly adept at hosting literary shows. She has contributed to radio stations such as Radio Javan, Radio Iran, and Radio Farhang. Some of her well-known radio programs include "Haft Shanbe" (Seven Saturdays), "Seshanbe Khat-Khati" (Crossword Tuesday) "Sedaye Ebrat" (Voice of Wisdom),{{Cite web|url=https://www.borna.news/fa/tiny/news-992421|title=Shabnam Moghaddami's Note for Radio: Radio has neither fame nor wealth! |date=April 23, 2020}} and "Haft Taraneh" (Seven Songs), which have gained popularity among radio audiences in Iran.{{cite news |last1=moghaddami |first1=shabnam |title=Haft Shanbeh Gathering of Iranian Girls and Boys on Radio, A Simple Gathering |url=https://www.magiran.com/article/1491023 |work=fatemeh rahimi |agency=Etemad newspaper |publisher=Etemad newspaper |date=27 September 2007}} Furthermore, Moghaddami has collaborated with "Radio Sevina" (Special Cinema for the Visually Impaired) as well.{{Cite web|url=https://mehrnews.com/xS8Cd|title="Gone with the Wind" Explained for the Visually Impaired, Accompanied by the Voice of Shabnam Moghaddami |date=June 24, 2020}}

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Shabnam Moghaddami's involvement in cinema began in the late 1990’s, with her debut in Kamran Qadakchian's film "Zakhmi"(injured). However, it was her role in Ebrahim Hatamikia's “be name pedar” (In the Name of the Father) that garnered serious attention and showcased her acting abilities paving the way for more challenging roles in her career.{{Cite web|url=https://cinematicket.org/person/388|title=Shabnam Moghaddami's biography and movies}} Throughout her career, she has collaborated with well known directors such as Asghar Farhadi, Iraj Karimi, Cyrus Moghaddam, Reza Mirkarimi, Maziar Miri, Hamid Amjad, Jafar Panahi, Ebrahim Hatamikia, Kamal Tabrizi, Saeed Roustayi, and Abbas Kiarostami.

Moghaddami receives praise from critics for her versatility as an actress. She seamlessly transitions between various genres, encompassing drama, comedy, historical productions, and more. As a result of her skillful performances, she has earned numerous accolades and recognition within the industry.She has received two Crystal Simorgh Awards that recognize her achievements in the film industry. Additionally, she has been honored with several awards and expressions of appreciation from the Association of Iranian Film Critics and Writers, contributing to her reputation as a talented and accomplished actress.

Additionally, she holds a permanent membership in the Actors Association within the Iranian Alliance of Motion Picture (the House of Cinema).{{Cite web|url=https://www.khanehcinema.ir/fa/asnaf/anjomanbazigaran/members-%D8%A7%D8%B9%D8%B6%D8%A7%D8%A1|title=the Iranian Alliance of Motion Picture, Actors Association}}

Some of her notable film credits include "farsh-e Irani" (Iranian Carpet), "Gozaresh-e Yek Jashn" (A Report of a Feast), "Padash-e Sokoot" (The Reward of Silence), "Farzande Khak" (Child of the Earth), "Hamishe Paye Yek Zan Dar Miyan Ast" (There is Always a Woman in Between), "Koodak va Fereshteh" (Child and Angel), "Zir-e Aab" (The House Under the Water), "Emrooz" (Today), "Nafas" (Breath), "Zapas"(Spare) "Abad va Yek Rooz" (Life and a Day), "Abajan," "Khejalat Nakesh" (Don't Be Embarrassed), "Shabi Ke Mah Kamel Shod" (When the Moon Was Full), and "Shirin".

After acquiring experience in the film industry, Shabnam Moghaddami made a return to television in the 2000s. In 2006, she starred in the popular series "Zir-e Tigh" (Under the Blade), alongside famous actors such as Parviz Parastui, Fatemeh Motamed-Arya, and Attila Pesiani. She also appeared in the television series "Pas Az Salha" (After Years) in 2008. In 2014, following her first Crystal Simorgh award,{{Cite web|url=https://banifilmonline.ir/%D9%87%D9%85%D9%87-%D9%86%D9%82%D8%B4%D9%87%D8%A7%DB%8C-%D8%B2%D9%86%D8%A7%D9%86%D9%87%D8%A7%DB%8C-%DA%A9%D9%87-%D8%AF%D8%B1-%D8%AF%D9%87-%D8%B3%D8%A7%D9%84-%D8%A7%D8%AE%DB%8C%D8%B1/|title=All the female roles that have won Crystal Simorgh in the past decade|date=February 1, 2023}} Moghaddami shifted her focus to television and took on leading roles in three series. She appeared in the series "Haft Sang" and "Madineh" for national television, as well as the series "Ablah"(The Fool) directed by Kamal Tabrizi for Home Video Streaming Network.{{Cite web|url=https://irna.ir/xj8gZf|title=Shabnam Moghaddami's opinion about her role in the series 'Abaleh|date=December 30, 2014}}

Moghaddami showcased her talent and versatility on television, receiving multiple Hafez Awards for her performances in comedy and drama genres.Additionally, she was honored with an award from the Jam-e-Jam Television Festival for her contributions to the small screen. Notable among her television series are "Hauola" (The Monster), "Khatun"(Once Upon a Time in Iran) "Bigonah" (Innocent), "Mardom-e Mamooli" (Ordinary People), and "Shabakeh-e Makhfi-ye Zanan" (Women's Secret Network).

With years of experience in radio and a background in radio drama, Shabnam Moghaddami has built a strong portfolio in the field of voice acting. In the television series "Yeki Bud, Yeki Nabud" directed by Reza Fayazi and produced in 2005, she lent her voice to one of the puppet characters. Additionally, in the third episode of the four-part animated series "Namha" directed by Reza Mir-Karimi, she provided the voice for the character Parvin Da'ipour, the wife of Hassan Bagheri.{{Cite web|url=https://isna.ir/xdN9Sq|title=Afshin Hashemi and Shabnam Moghaddami in the roles of Martyr Hassan Bagheri and his wife|date=January 19, 2023}}

In recent years, Moghaddami has expanded her activities in this field. She has lent her voice to the audio versions of prominent works such as "Cheraghha Ra Man Khamoosh Mikonam"(I Turn Off the Lights) by Zoya Pirzad and "Ghesseha-ye Sheikh Attar" (Sheikh Attar's Stories) by Mehdi Azar Yazdi (from the collection of Good Stories for Good Children).{{Cite web|url=https://fidibo.com/book/67871-%DA%A9%D8%AA%D8%A7%D8%A8-%D8%B5%D9%88%D8%AA%DB%8C-%D9%82%D8%B5%D9%87-%D8%B4%DB%8C%D8%AE-%D8%B9%D8%B7%D8%A7%D8%B1|title=The audiobook of Sheikh Attar's Stories}} Furthermore, she has performed Persian voice-overs for the classic film "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell, directed by Victor Fleming, and the film "Delshodegan" (Love-stricken) directed by Ali Hatami,{{Cite web|url=http://fna.ir/f040vg|title=The special edition of the film "Delshodegan" (Love-stricken) with the voice of Shabnam Moghaddami for the visually impaired has been released|date=October 9, 2020}} specifically for Radio Sevina (Special Cinema for the Visually Impaired), which presents two memorable classic films each month with commentary by artists.

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Despite Shabnam Moghaddami's continuous presence on the theater stage and receiving awards in this medium during the 2000s, the 2010s can be considered the pinnacle of her career. In 2014, she rose to prominence by receiving her first Crystal Simorgh for Best Supporting Actress in the film "Today" at the 32nd Fajr Film Festival.{{Cite web|url=https://mehrnews.com/xpZH8|title=The winners of the 32nd Fajr Film Festival were announced |date=February 11, 2014}} This marked a significant turning point in her career, attracting attention and establishing her as a talented actress in the film industry.

Her success continued in 2016 when she received her second Crystal Simorgh for Best Supporting Actress for her performances in the films "Breath" and "Spare" at the 34th Fajr Film Festival.{{Cite web|url=https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/252924/Standing-in-the-Dust-wins-best-film-award-at-Fajr-festival|title=“Standing in the Dust” wins best film award at Fajr festival|date=February 13, 2016}}

In subsequent years, Moghaddami's contributions to the film industry have been consistently recognized through nominations and awards. She earned a Crystal Simorgh nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film "Abajan" at the 35th Fajr Film Festival in 2017.{{Cite web|url=https://www.ilna.ir/fa/tiny/news-456863|title=The winners of the 35th Fajr Film Festival were announced and introduced|date=February 9, 2017}} Additionally, she received a nomination for Best Leading Actress for her portrayal in the movie "Khejalat Nakesh" (Don't Be Embarrassed) in 2018.{{Cite web|url=https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/426173/Iran-Cinema-Celebration-announces-nominees|title=“When the Moon Was Full” leads nominations at Iran critics’ celebration|date=August 5, 2018}}

Throughout the 2010s and 2020s, the "Lady of a Thousand Faces", consistently garnered critical acclaim with her roles and performances. Her talent and contributions to the film industry were widely acknowledged and celebrated by prestigious organizations, including the Association of Iranian Film Critics and Writers. She received multiple nominations and awards from this organization for her performances in films such as "Life and a Day," "Today," "Don't Be Embarrassed," "Abajan," and "When the Moon Was Full."{{Cite web|url=https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/443566/When-the-Moon-Was-Full-leads-nominations-at-Iran-critics-celebration|title=Iran Cinema Celebration announces nominees|date=December 30, 2019}}

Shabnam Moghaddami's performances, awards, and accolades have established her as a prominent and influential figure in Iranian cinema. Her commitment to her craft and skill in portraying characters with depth and authenticity serve as an inspiration to aspiring actors in the country.

In addition to her acting endeavors, Moghaddami actively engages in social and philanthropic activities. She is among the artists who have utilized the medium of staged readings to support underprivileged women, children with cancer, and earthquake survivors. As a member of the Barakat Charity Foundation, she contributes to the organization's efforts to provide staged readings for those in need.{{cite news |last1=moghadami |first1=shabnam |title=Shabnam Moghaddami's philanthropic activities |url=https://www.magiran.com/article/2773867 |issue=5412 |publisher=Iran newspaper |date=13 July 2013}}

She has also delivered a TED Talk (TEDx), where she openly shares her personal and challenging experiences, offering guidance to others facing similar obstacles. Her speeches aim to inspire hope and assist in finding a meaningful path in life.{{Cite web|url=https://www.ted.com/tedx/events/39006|title=TEDxOmidWomen|date=December 31, 2020}}

Furthermore, she has leveraged her platform to raise awareness about significant social issues, utilizing her voice to inform the public. For instance, she is among the artists and cineastes who expressed their sympathy over the tragic deaths of passengers aboard a Ukrainian jetliner in posts published on social networks.{{Cite web|url=https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/444066/Iranian-cultural-figures-organizations-condole-death-of-Ukrainian|title=Iranian cultural figures, organizations condole death of Ukrainian jetliner passengers |date=January 12, 2020}}

Moghaddami has faced controversies throughout her career. For instance, in 2021, during an appearance on the program "Hamrafigh," her spontaneous proposal to collaborate with the music group "Bomrani" and sing with them generated a significant reaction. Consequently, her appearance was unexpectedly removed from the Naava platform without explanation.{{Cite web|url=https://www.tehrantimes.com/news/444066/Iranian-cultural-figures-organizations-condole-death-of-Ukrainian|title=Did Shabnam Moghaddami's collaboration with the music group lead to her removal from "Hamrafigh" program?|date=February 8, 2021}}

Additionally, in 2022, fifteen Iranian female actresses, including Shabnam Moghaddami, were the subject of a complaint filed by seminarians in Qom. The actresses were accused of violating public decency due to their attire in public spaces, gatherings, and personal Instagram pages. The complaint triggered extensive discussions on social media and in the press. Ultimately, the judiciary declared the complaint invalid and issued a non-prosecution order for the actresses involved.{{Cite web|url=https://www.sharghdaily.com/fa/tiny/news-853962|title=The collective complaint from seminary students and certain groups in Qom against female actors and celebrities was dismissed|date=August 23, 2022}}

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