Acting Mahnaz Afshar began her acting career with the television series
Gomshodeh in 1998, followed by her cinematic debut in
Doostan, directed by Ali Shah-Hatami, in the same year. She gained recognition with her role in
Shoor-e Eshgh, directed by
Nader Moghaddas, in 2000. Her resemblance to
Googoosh contributed to her early fame and media attention. During the 2000s, Afshar became a prominent figure in Iran's commercial cinema. In the latter part of the decade, she sought to diversify her roles by working with varied directors, earning her several awards and recognitions from critics and reputable domestic festivals. In 2014, she played a leading role in the film
Moallem, directed by the renowned Tajik filmmaker Naser Saeedov. at the
37th Fajr Film Festival.
Producing In November 2012, Afshar produced a charity concert by Roozbeh Nematollahi at the
Milad Tower Convention Center to aid earthquake victims in
Azerbaijan. The event, attended by filmmakers, actors, and athletes, was named
Daroog. Nematollahi performed songs including
Ey Vatan,
Toei Niazam,
Agar Ye Rooz Biay Soragham,
Tazehtarin Zakhm-e Delam,
Bazamadeh-am,
Gol-e Yas,
Nafas Keshidan Sakhteh,
Khalij-e Fars, and
Khaak-e Vatanam.
Talent Show Judging In 2019, Afshar served as a judge on the television talent show ''
Persia's Got Talent'', which sparked varied reactions and discussions on social media. == Legal Issues ==