Shohreh Aghdashloo achieved nationwide recognition in Iran by the 1970s, starring in acclaimed films such as ‘The Report’ (1977), directed by Abbas Kiarostami, which earned critical acclaim at the Moscow Film Festival. Her compelling performance in ‘Desiderium’ (1978) further solidified her position as a leading actress in Iran, laying a strong foundation for her international career. Following the 1978 Islamic revolution, Aghdashloo relocated to England, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from Brunel University. She subsequently moved to Los Angeles, California, in 1987 to pursue her acting career in Hollywood.
She voiced the Dragon in the Netflix film ‘Damsel’ (2024) and is set to join the cast of Amazon Prime Video’s ‘The Wheel of Time’ season 3 in 2025 as Elaida do Avriny a’Roihan, showcasing her continued presence in major global productions.