Fahim Fazli

Fahim Fazli

58 · Born: May 30, 1966

Personal Details

BornMay 30, 1966 Kabul, Afghanistan
Parents
  • Fahima Popal Fazli
  • Jamil Barikzoy Fazli

Biography

Fahim Fazli is a multifaceted talent, renowned for his contributions as an actor, author, and combat interpreter for the U.S. Marines, a testament to his remarkable journey that has spanned continents and reflected a life shaped by resilience and artistic passion.

Born in Kabul, Afghanistan, Fazli's personal journey began in a time of peace, but as he grew older, he witnessed the transformation of his homeland into a land of terror, leaving an indelible mark on his life and experiences.

As an actor, Fazli has made notable appearances in films such as Superman, Iron Man, Argo, American Sniper, and 12 Strong, showcasing his versatility and depth as a performer, and cementing his status as the first Afghan-born American actor in Hollywood.

Beyond the silver screen, Fazli is also celebrated for his memoir, FAHIM SPEAKS: A Warrior-Actor's Odyssey from Afghanistan to Hollywood and Back, a poignant narrative that explores his experiences bridging cultures and navigating the cultural complexities of international conflict.

The critically acclaimed biography won a Gold Medal from the Military Writers Society of America, a testament to Fazli's exceptional storytelling abilities and his capacity to inspire audiences worldwide.

With his compelling blend of artistry, advocacy, and optimism, Fazli continues to inspire audiences worldwide, embodying the power of storytelling to transcend borders and remind people everywhere of our shared humanity.

As Tom Hanks, Actor, Writer, Director, so eloquently puts it, "Afghanistan is a complicated place,' says Fahim Fazli, and he knows. Born in that enigmatic nation when it was at peace, coming of age as it became a land of terror, and even helping Hollywood recreate the years of war against the USSR, he has a story told in the languages of his origin yet understood by the ears of the Western World. As both history and memoir, when Fahim Fazli speaks we are fascinated."

Career

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2025
Rule Breakers
Rule Breakers as Taliban Commander
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2024
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2023
Kandahar
Kandahar as Taliban commander
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The Mother
The Mother as Afghan Hammam (uncredited)
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{"id":37168,"title":"THE PREY: Legend of Karnoctus","year":"2022","character":"Jangi","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-prey-legend-of-karnoctus","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_37168.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_37168.jpg"},"released":1}
2022
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2020
The Outpost
The Outpost as Taliban Fighter
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2019
Fahim
Fahim as Jamil Kahn
{"id":114066,"title":"12 Strong","year":"2018","character":"Commander Khaled","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/12-strong","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4gpcl0bv2510.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/4gpcl0bv2510.jpg"},"released":1}
2018
12 Strong
12 Strong as Commander Khaled
{"id":36388,"title":"Rock the Kasbah","year":"2015","character":"Tariq Khan","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/rock-the-kasbah","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7prk3jd4l5c0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/7prk3jd4l5c0.jpg"},"released":1}
2015
Rock the Kasbah
Rock the Kasbah as Tariq Khan
{"id":16074,"title":"American Sniper","year":"2014","character":"Messianic Tribal Leader","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/american-sniper","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3d08j67mvhf0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3d08j67mvhf0.jpg"},"released":1}
2014
American Sniper
American Sniper as Messianic Tribal Leader
{"id":31,"title":"Argo","year":"2012","character":"Komiteh Subordinate","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/argo","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/57l8e1c3gvq0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/57l8e1c3gvq0.jpg"},"released":1}
2012
Argo
Argo as Komiteh Subordinate
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{"id":44721,"title":"Hired Gun","year":"2009","character":"Abdul-Aziz","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hired-gun","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_44721.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_44721.jpg"},"released":1}
2009
Hired Gun
Hired Gun as Abdul-Aziz
{"id":22320,"title":"Red Sands","year":"2009","character":"Goat Herder","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/red-sands","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3rrhqg4ndbg0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3rrhqg4ndbg0.jpg"},"released":1}
Red Sands
Red Sands as Goat Herder
{"id":989,"title":"Eagle Eye","year":"2008","character":"Al Kohei","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/eagle-eye","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/461uga4cog30.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/461uga4cog30.jpg"},"released":1}
2008
Eagle Eye
Eagle Eye as Al Kohei
{"id":26,"title":"Iron Man","year":"2008","character":"Omar","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/iron-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3vnec4ltino0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3vnec4ltino0.jpg"},"released":1}
Iron Man
Iron Man as Omar
{"id":151962,"title":"Guests of the Ayatollah","year":"2005","character":"Bad guy","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/guests-of-the-ayatollah","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_151962.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_151962.jpg"},"released":1}
2005
{"id":10103,"title":"Kandahar","year":"2001","character":"Commander Latif","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/kandahar-2001","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_10103.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_10103.jpg"},"released":1}
2001
Kandahar
Kandahar as Commander Latif