Shahab Hosseini becomes Rumi spiritual leader

Famed Iranian actor Shahab Hosseini has joined Iran-Turkey film themed on globally known Persian poet Rumi.

The flick titled 'Fascinated by Love' at the helm of Iranian director Hassan Fathi announces Hosseini as the first few names revealed on the cast list.

According to a local media report, the actor will play the role of prominent Iranian poet's spiritual leader, Sham Tabrizi.

Popular ifilm series actor Mehdi Soltani-Sarvestani playing a leading role in hit series 'Father' also will be among the cast.

One producer from Iran and the other from Turkey are in charge of production for this movie.

If you are interested to know more about Rumi, you can check out ifilm playlist for current series 'Jalal Edin'.

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