A portrait of Iranian film editor Mehdi Hosseini-Vand

Mehdi Hosseini-Vand, born on September 21, 1966, in Tehran, stands as one of Iran’s most revered film editors, whose work has redefined the art of editing in Iranian cinema and television.

Known for his meticulous approach to storytelling through film editing, Hosseini-Vand’s influence is seen across Iran’s most popular film and television productions.  

With a degree in editing from IRIB University, he launched his career in the early 1990s and has since built a body of work that has earned him accolades and a lasting legacy in Iranian cinema.

Hosseini-Vand entered the film industry as an assistant director, cutting his teeth on notable early films such as ‘Avinar’ (Shahram Asadi, 1991), ‘The Devil’s Call’ (Hassan Qolizadeh, 1992), and ‘The Red Hat and Cousin’ (Iraj Tahmasb, 1994).

Hosseini-Vand transitioned to editing in 2001 with the TV series ‘Father’s House’, directed by Fereydoun Hassanpour, and moved into cinema in 2003 with Daryoush Mehrjoueei's acclaimed film ‘Mom’s Guests’.

Over the years, Hosseini-Vand has crafted some of the most memorable scenes in Iranian film and television. Among his best-known works is his editing on ‘Shahrzad’, a major VOD series that captured national attention, and the television epic ‘The Mukhtar Narrative’ (2010), directed by Davoud Mir-Baqeri, which became an iconic work on historical themes in Iranian television.

Hosseini-Vand’s editing for ‘Chamran’ (2014), directed by the celebrated Ebrahim Hatamikia, earned him the Crystal Simorgh for best editing at the 32nd Fajr International Film Festival.

His collaboration with Hatamikia continued in ‘Bodyguard’ (2015), which further displayed his skill in shaping powerful, suspenseful sequences that resonate with audiences.

Hosseini-Vand’s credits include influential films such as ‘Lost Innocence’ (2003), ‘Crime Scene: No Entry!’ (2005), ‘Santoori’ (2006), ‘The Invitation’ (2008), and ‘A Report on a Party’ (2010).

He also edited the popular TV series ‘The Green Journey’ (2002) and ‘Shahgoosh’ (2013), a VOD hit that showed his range in both serious drama and comedic timing.

From mainstream successes like ‘Texas 2’ (2018) to the critically acclaimed ‘Orange Days’ (2017), Hosseini-Vand’s diverse portfolio reflects his versatility as an editor who can seamlessly adapt to different genres and emotional tones.

Apart from editing, Hosseini-Vand explored direction with his 2001 television series ‘The Sun and the Moon’, which aired on IRIB Channel 1.

Mehdi Hosseini-Vand’s contribution to the art of film editing in Iran has established him as a master in his field. Known for his keen eye, dedication to meaningful storytelling, and collaborations with some of Iran's finest directors, his work continues to inspire a new generation of editors.  

iFilm English website wishes him many more years of success and creativity in his career.

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