Biography of Amir Zobdeh
is an Iranian model, actor, author and modeling mentor who is widely known for his long-standing presence in Iran’s modeling and fashion scene. Born on November 15, 1978, in the Amirabad neighborhood of northern Tehran, he has become one of the recognizable names associated with modern modeling in Iran. Over the years, many of his followers and admirers have referred to him as “the father of Iranian modeling.”
Early Life and First Steps in Modeling
Amir Zobdeh began his professional modeling career in 2001, when he experienced his first photo shoot with Mehrshad Karkhani, a photographer and film director. This collaboration marked the beginning of a career that later brought him into advertising, magazine covers, brand campaigns and fashion-related projects.
His early work helped introduce him to Iran’s growing modeling and advertising scene at a time when professional modeling was still developing in the country.
Breakthrough in Advertising and Billboard Campaigns
One of the important milestones in Zobdeh’s career came when his photos appeared on billboards in Tehran for the German suit brand Dash and the Italian eyewear brand Safilo. These campaigns made him one of the first Iranian male models to appear on major advertising billboards.
During the same period, his images were displayed alongside well-known Iranian figures such as Mohammad Reza Golzar, who also appeared in suit-brand advertising campaigns. This visibility helped strengthen Zobdeh’s public image as one of the early faces of male modeling in Iran.
Magazine Covers and Media Presence
In 2009, Amir Zobdeh’s photos were published in magazines as part of an advertising campaign for Polo Swiss watches. In 2012, his images appeared on the cover of K1so magazine for hairstyling, and he also took part in campaigns for the Energy hair product brand.
His photo was also featured on the cover of Madaki magazine, known as one of Iran’s early fashion magazines, as well as Maks monthly magazine. For several consecutive years, his images appeared on the front pages of Donyayeh Tasvir monthly, Bani Film, Jahan Cinema and Film monthly.
This continuous media presence made him a familiar face in Iranian fashion, cinema and lifestyle publications.
Brand Collaborations and Ambassador Roles
Throughout his career, Amir Zobdeh has collaborated with several Iranian and international brands. His modeling portfolio includes work with Ferrari Eyewear from Italy and Pierre Cardin suits and furniture from France.
He has also modeled for eyewear brands such as Diorso, Sylvester Optline and Summerno. In recent years, he has served as brand ambassador for Stoiano leather, Nevada watches, Amani perfume and Saatchi Hatef jewelry.
Zobdeh has also participated in professional photo shoots for the Mirami brand, with his images published in specialized magazines and fashion-related media.
Founder of an Iranian Modeling School
Beyond his work as a model, Amir Zobdeh has played a role in training and introducing new talents to the Iranian modeling industry. In 2011, he founded one of the first Iranian modeling schools and began teaching students interested in entering the field.
Through this school, he trained and introduced many students to modeling, helping shape a new generation of Iranian models. He has also written a book on Iranian modeling, based on the features, experiences and professional needs of Iranian models.
Acting Career and Film Appearances
Amir Zobdeh has also been active in cinema. As an actor, he has appeared in several films, including *Vitrine*, directed by Abdolreza Monjezi; *Random Heart*, directed by Qodratollah Bozorgi; and *Yekta*, directed by Nosratollah Ghazi Moghadam.
He also appeared in the short film *E Like Elvis*, in which he played the role of the legendary rock and roll singer Elvis Presley, partly because of his physical resemblance to him.
One Day with a Mentor
In recent years, a film titled *One Day with a Mentor* has been produced, inspired by the real life and career of Amir Zobdeh. The film reflects his long-standing presence in Iran’s modeling industry and his role as a mentor for younger generations.
Legacy in Iranian Modeling
With more than two decades of experience in modeling, advertising, cinema, teaching and brand representation, Amir Zobdeh remains one of the notable figures in Iran’s fashion and modeling scene.
His career includes billboard campaigns, magazine covers, collaborations with international and Iranian brands, acting roles, modeling education and authorship. For many people interested in Iranian modeling, his name is closely connected with the development of modern modeling in Iran.