Hediyeh Tehrani started her acting career with Massoud Kimia’s ‘Soltan’ (1996), which made her a recognizable star instantly. Previously, she had been offered a few roles which she passed on. In 1997, Hediyeh won a Hafiz Award (a prestigious industry award) for Best Actress in a Leading Role for her portrayal of ‘Maryam Koohsari’ in Soltan. Since then, Hediyeh has won numerous awards for her numerous roles – both nationally and internationally- perhaps making her one of the most recognizable artists.
