Nazanin Boniadi Quick Info | |
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Height | 5 ft 3¾ in |
Weight | 52 kg |
Date of Birth | May 22, 1979 |
Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
Eye Color | Dark Brown |
Nazanin Boniadi is an Iranian actress and human rights activist who is known for having been cast in a number of movies and shows while also continuously working to uplift the people of Iran and bring their causes to international attention. She has presented keynote speeches at several events. As an actress, she has played various roles in shows and movies like Ben-Hur, Gameface, Charlie Wilson’s War, Iron Man, The Next Three Days, Shirin in Love, Desert Dancer, Passengers, Hotel Mumbai, Fair and Balanced, General Hospital: Night Shift, The Deep End, General Hospital, Suits, How I Met Your Mother, Best Friends Forever, Grey’s Anatomy, Homeland, Scandal, and Counterpart. Moreover, Nazanin Boniadi has also amassed a huge social media fan base with more than 80k followers on Twitter, more than 200k followers on Instagram, and more than 300k followers on Facebook.
Born Name
Nazanin Boniadi
Nick Name
Nazanin

Sun Sign
Gemini
Born Place
Tehran, Iran
Residence
Los Angeles, California, United States
Nationality
Education
Initially, Nazanin Boniadi studied at a private high school and then attended the University of California, Irvine from where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree, with honors, in Biological Sciences.
While studying at the university, Nazanin Boniadi won the Chang Pin-Chun Undergraduate Research Award for the work in molecular research involving cancer treatment and heart transplant rejection. Moreover, she also served as an Assistant Editor-in-Chief of UCI’s undergraduate medical newspaper, MedTimes. Afterward, Nazanin joined the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts and took a course in Contemporary Drama which she completed in 2009.
Occupation
Actress, Human Rights Activist
Family
- Others – Hajj Mirza Hasan Isfahani (a.k.a. Hazrat Safi Ali Shah) (Great Great Grandfather) (Famous Persian Philosopher and Poet), Maternal Great Grandmother
Manager
Nazanin Boniadi is represented by The Artists Partnership, Talent Agency, London, England, United Kingdom.
Build
Athletic
Height
5 ft 3¾ in or 162 cm
Weight
52 kg or 114.5 lbs
Boyfriend / Spouse
Nazanin Boniadi has dated –
However, their affair only lasted for around 2 months and ended in January 2005 and Nazanin Boniadi later revealed the entire thing to a friend, for which she was later punished by the Church and “had to dig ditches at midnight and scrub floor tiles… She was placed on a curfew… escorted everywhere she went”. She has claimed that the entire situation made her feel like “she was a victim of white slavery because she traveled across state lines under false pretences”.

Race / Ethnicity
White
Hair Color
Dark Brown (Natural)
Eye Color
Dark Brown
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- High cheekbones
- Toned body
Brand Endorsements
Nazanin Boniadi appeared in a commercial, titled “The Swap”, for Nespresso alongside George Clooney in 2011.
She has also either endorsed or promoted a number of brands through social media which include the likes of CELINE, Dries Van Noten, J BRAND, Veronica Beard, Kenneth Cole Productions, Inc., Dean Davidson, Roger Vivier, Dolce & Gabbana, Christian Louboutin, NANUSHKA, and Malone Souliers.

Religion
Just like her mother, Nazanin Boniadi was also a Scientologist.
However, she later left the Church of Scientology and became a “non-practicing Muslim”.
Best Known For
- Having been cast in a variety of movies such as Kal: Yesterday & Tomorrow, Iron Man, Diplomacy, The Next Three Days, Shirin in Love, Desert Dancer, Ben-Hur, Hotel Mumbai, and Fair and Balanced
- Appearing in several shows which include the likes of The Game, General Hospital: Night Shift, General Hospital, The Deep End, 24, How I Met Your Mother, Suits, Best Friends Forever, Grey’s Anatomy, Homeland, Scandal, and Counterpart
- Her extensive activism work as she has worked alongside several organizations and is also an advocate of human rights
First Film
Nazanin Boniadi made her first feature film appearance as Taylor in the romantic comedy film, Gameface, in 2007. The movie was premiered at the Dances With Films Festival.
In 2007, Nazanin Boniadi made her first theatrical film appearance as an Afghan Refugee Woman in the American biographical comedy-drama film, Charlie Wilson’s War. The film starred the likes of Tom Hanks, Julia Roberts, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Amy Adams, Emily Blunt, and Ned Beatty. However, Boniadi’s role went uncredited.
Nazanin Boniadi made her first credited theatrical film appearance by playing the role of Amira Ahmed in the sci-fi superhero action-adventure film, Ironman, by Marvel Cinematic Universe in 2008. The film won several awards and nominations and starred actors Robert Downey Jr., Terrence Howard, Jeff Bridges, Shaun Toub, and Gwyneth Paltrow.
First TV Show
Nazanin Boniadi made her first TV show appearance by playing the role of Josie in an episode, titled The Many Lies of Derwin Davis, of the American romantic comedy-drama series, The Game, in April 2007.
Personal Trainer
Nazanin Boniadi stays fit by working out on a regular basis and she often shares her workout videos on Instagram as well. Usually, she does exercises such as push-ups, mountain climbers, squats, and lunges. Moreover, she also incorporates resistance bands while exercising to tone up her muscle and increase her strength. Nazanin Boniadi also practices yoga.
As far as her diet is concerned, Nazanin Boniadi loves chocolates and sugar but tries to eat healthy as much as possible. She focuses on meals that are tasty, healthy, and provide her with sufficient energy and are based on low-glycemic, alkaline, and organic foods. Nazanin Boniadi also enjoys almond milk smoothies which she prepares using reishi, maca, cordyceps, fruits, plant-based protein powder, and hydrolyzed collagen powder. Salads also make a big part of her meals and she loves the one that includes beets, arugula, cucumbers, avocado, red seedless grapes, feta cheese, and walnuts, with freshly squeezed lemon juice, Himalayan salt, cayenne pepper, and a dash of balsamic. Additionally, Nazanin Boniadi also focuses on drinking a lot of water throughout the day and she tries to avoid caffeine and refined sugar as much as she can.
Nazanin Boniadi Favorite Things
- One Of Her Favorite Dishes – Zereshk Polo (Rice with saffron and barberries)
- City For Food – Florence in Italy
Source – TheNewPotato.com

Nazanin Boniadi Facts
Featured Image by Nazanin Boniadi / Instagram
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