Hootan Shakiba, the young and popular actor of Iranian cinema and television, spoke in a deep interview about the challenges of acting and his personal feelings. He specifically discussed the character Habib in the hit series 'Lisansha' and admitted that he is afraid of marriage and that some of this character's behaviors have been unpleasant for him.
Fear of Marriage and Acting Challenges
Shakiba stated that the character Habib in this series differs significantly from his real personality, noting that he sometimes felt embarrassed by this character's behaviors and experienced vicarious shame. He said: "I am afraid of marriage and sometimes I would tell Habib to shut up!" This sentence well illustrates his internal challenges in playing this role.
The Role of Karim in 'Ablagh' and Physical Transformation
Additionally, Hootan Shakiba referred to the role of Karim in the film 'Ablagh' directed by Narges Abyar. In this film, he plays a tough character who puts pressure on his wife. To portray this role, Shakiba gained about 10 kilograms in weight and muscle mass over several months. He changed his body physique through heavy workouts and protein consumption, and for the first time, he grew a long beard, which is also seen in this film.
Final Words and Future of Acting
Shakiba concluded his remarks by emphasizing the importance of choosing various and challenging roles, stating that each new role is an opportunity for learning and growth as an actor. He promised his fans that he would continue to appear with new and diverse works in the field of acting and asked them to accompany him on this journey.
Hootan Shakiba, with his careful selection of roles and portrayal of human emotions in his performances, has become one of the enduring figures in Iranian cinema and television. By expressing his fears and the challenges he faces in his personal and professional life, he gets closer to his audience and shows that acting is not just a profession, but an emotional journey.
