Banafsheh Taherian is a dynamic and multi-talented creative, known for her work as a bilingual (Farsi-English) actress, voice artist, and writer, with additional experience as a director and emcee. With over a decade of experience in the arts, she has captivated audiences on stage and screen, in podcasts, and at major cultural events across North America. Her podcast Chai with Banafsheh, which reimagines ancient Persian stories, has garnered over 4 million streams, attesting to her storytelling power and cross-generational appeal.
Banafsheh also brings warmth and presence to her work as a wedding officiant, crafting heartfelt ceremonies that reflect each couple’s unique spirit. She was the 2021–22 artist-in-residence with Canadian Stage and has enjoyed sold-out success with her stage adaptation of Nezami’s Khosrow and Shirin. Whether moderating high-profile events like Tirgan or voicing animated characters on TVOKids, Banafsheh’s versatility and charisma continue to make her an unforgettable force in the creative world.
Banafsheh Taherian is a multi-hyphenate creative force — a bilingual (Farsi-English) actress, writer, voice artist, director, emcee, and in-demand wedding officiant — whose artistic range and cultural contributions have earned her acclaim across Canada and beyond.
With over 12 years of experience as an actress, she brings emotional depth and presence to every performance, whether on stage, screen, or in voiceover. A theatre and film actress, she has performed on prestigious stages such as Soulpepper, Canadian Stage, and Harbourfront Centre.
Her performances have drawn critical praise — Glenn Sumi described her as “an endlessly watchable performer… a charismatic actor who suggests lots with her expressive eyes and gritty, world-weary voice.”
Banafsheh’s storytelling brilliance is perhaps best showcased in her hit podcast Chai with Banafsheh, with over 4 million global streams. The show revives ancient Persian tales, making them accessible and engaging for contemporary audiences.
Her stage work reflects this same commitment to cultural storytelling — most notably in From Lust to Loyalty, her modern theatrical adaptation of Nezami Ganjavi’s Khosrow and Shirin, which toured across North America and sold out ten shows.
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