Shahab Hosseini stands out as one of the few Iranian cinema stars who has maintained his growth and artistic value over more than two decades. Despite his continuous presence in television, cinema, and streaming series, his artistic worth and choices have consistently retained high quality.

In his second collaboration with Hassan Fathi, the series “Shahrzad” explores the historical period of the Pahlavi dynasty and the aftermath of the August 1953 coup. Hosseini plays a young, hedonistic character named Qobad from an influential and wealthy family. Qobad’s forced marriage to a woman named Shahrzad leads to intriguing developments. “Shahrzad” marks a turning point in Iranian streaming series, drawing significant audience attention.

Hosseini’s success in television made him a fitting choice for dramatic series, and after his work in “Zero Degree Turn”, Hassan Fathi chose him for this new venture. In the first season of “Shahrzad,” Qobad is portrayed as aimless and obedient, with a life centered around gambling and a troubled relationship with his wife. His character evolves from a detestable figure to a passionate lover willing to do anything to win back Shahrzad.

Hosseini’s portrayal of Qobad captures the transformation from a carefree and ineffective man to a lovesick and ultimately vengeful character. Despite his role as the powerful patriarch issuing orders for torture and murder, Hosseini’s skillful depiction of Qobad’s romantic side earned him widespread admiration. His performance in the series, including Qobad’s tragic end, led to significant fan reactions and complaints about the series’ bittersweet conclusion.

Overall, “Shahrzad” proved to be a significant success for all involved, and Shahab Hosseini made an impressive debut in the realm of streaming series.