Although they are no longer with us, their performances continue to entertain and inspire viewers around the world.
Davoud Rashidi (1933-2016)
Rashidi portrayed Na’aman, the governor of Kufa. His character was known for being an easy-going man who showed mercy to his people and respected their beliefs. Rashidi's nuanced performance brought depth to this compassionate and complex character.
Ebrahim Abadi (1934-2019)
Abadi played Abu Mosayyeb, a greedy man constantly scheming to accumulate wealth. Abadi's portrayal of this ambiguous character highlighted the struggles and corruption of those seeking personal gain at any cost.
Anoushirvan Arjmand (1941-2014)
Arjmand took on the role of Al-Hajjaj ibn Yusuf, one of the most notorious rulers of the Umayyad Caliphate. His powerful performance made Al-Hajjaj a memorable character.
Abbas Amiri-Moqaddam (1944-2011)
Amiri-Moqaddam portrayed Abu Moshir, a cunning man who, along with his friend Abu Mosayyeb, devised various schemes to embezzle money from the treasury.
Amin Tarokh (1953-2022)
Tarokh played a devoted follower of Imam Ali (AS) and the treasurer for Governor Na’aman. His character's tragic downfall, losing everything to a cunning woman, was portrayed with emotional depth.
The series also features other talented actors who are no longer among us:
- Reza Karam-Rezaee (1938-2010)
- Soroush Khalili (1937-2006)
- Azizollah Honar-Amouz (1944-2015)
- Parviz Shahinkhou (1916-2016)
- Mohsen Qazi-Moradi (1941-2021)
As we enjoy the ongoing episodes, we honor their memory and the legacy they left behind in the world of Iranian cinema. May their souls rest in peace.
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