Mohammad-Reza Foroutan, a doctoral student in the field of Clinical Psychology at Islamic Azad University, embarked on an extraordinary journey, leaving behind the realm of academia to pursue a career in acting.
Noted Iranian actor, following his remarkable success in the critically acclaimed films "Mercedes" in 1997 and "Objection" in 1999, he became an instantly recognizable figure in his home country, owing to his outstanding performances in a succession of highly praised cinematic endeavors, among which were the 1998 releases "Red" and "Two Women", the 1999 films "Born in the Month of Mehr", "Under the City's Skin", and the 2000 film "Winter Solstice".
Notable among Foroutan's extensive filmography are a plethora of roles in an array of films, including but not limited to 'The Target' (1994),a cinematic masterpiece that showcased her remarkable acting prowess, followed by 'The Last Port' (1994),a gripping drama that allowed her to hone her craft. Her impressive resume also boasts appearances in 'Friday Soldiers' (2003),a thrilling action-packed film that pushed her to new heights, as well as 'Octopus' (2004),'The Bachelors' (2004),'Kandelous Gardens' (2004),'While Everyone Was Asleep' (2005),'Cold Soil' (2005),'The Night Bus' (2006),'Hidden Feeling' (2006),'The Second Woman' (2007),'My Child' (2008),'14-Karat' (2008),'Invitation' (2008),'Being 40' (2009),'The Other Man' (2009),'The Pact' (2011),'Unfinished Tajrish' (2011),'No One, Nowhere' (2012),'Metropol' (2013),'Sensitive Level' (2013),and 'Night Shift' (2014).
Notably, alongside his notable film career, Foroutan has also made significant appearances in various television series, showcasing his versatility as a performer. Two notable examples of his television work include the 2010 series 'The Forgotten', where he demonstrated his range as an actor, and 'Ancient Land' also in 2010, which further highlighted his talent and ability to adapt to different roles.
Noted Iranian thespian, Foroutan, has garnered a plethora of prestigious awards and honors throughout his illustrious career, with a total of four esteemed accolades to his name.
He has been twice honored with the Crystal Simorgh for Best Actor, for his captivating performances in the psychological thriller "Red" (1998) and the thought-provoking "Slowly" (2005).
In addition, Foroutan has received two Golden Statues for Best Actor in a Leading Role at the esteemed Iran Cinema Celebration Awards, in recognition of his outstanding portrayals in the critically acclaimed films "Winter Solstice" and "Red".
