Alireza Khamseh, a beloved and well-known Iranian actor, shared his experiences and challenges in his acting career during a heartfelt conversation with Majid Vashaghani. Khamseh, who was mocked for his appearance since childhood, recalls being told at the beginning of his journey: "You are very ugly and will never become an actor." Although these words seemed harsh and discouraging, they set him on a path to become one of the prominent figures in television and cinema.
Appearance Challenges and the Struggle to Prove Himself
Khamseh continued the conversation by recalling the days when he faced criticism and wrongful judgments. He said: "Wherever I went, people mocked me because of my appearance, and this was very difficult for me." However, he never gave up and, through hard work and perseverance, reached a point where he is not only well-known on television but also in the hearts of the people.
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This actor stated that he has often been deprived of important roles because of his appearance, adding: "I will never forget the hardships I endured to prove myself. I always told myself that I had to be strong and show that I have many abilities."
Absence in the Seventh Season of Paytakht
Khamseh also referred to the popular series 'Paytakht' and spoke about his absence in the seventh season of this series. He explained: "I was supposed to be in the seventh season as well, but at that time I was traveling, and the filming period of the series coincided with my time spent abroad with my family." This absence was particularly unpleasant for him due to his love for this series and the characters he had created in it.
Khamseh reminisces about the days when he gained popularity in the role of 'Naser' alongside other actors in the series Paytakht, and this role serves as a good reminder of his successes. He spoke about this with mixed emotions, saying: "I never expected this series to receive such attention and for me to be a part of it."
In the end, Khamseh discussed his efforts to continue his acting career and the new challenges ahead of him, expressing his hope to return to the stage and create new works. He also advised young people never to give up and to pursue their dreams, even if they face obstacles and criticism at the beginning of their journey.
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