It was here that Poursamimi’s lifelong dedication to realism and thoughtful performance was shaped. Unlike some of his peers who gravitated toward political symbolism or poetic abstraction, Poursamimi developed a keen interest in the psychological and moral dimensions of character. His ability to find truth in everyday situations would later distinguish his acting style both on stage and on screen.
Formation of the Bazaargah Group
In 1961, while still a student, Poursamimi co-founded the Bazaargah Theater Group alongside Abbas Yousefiani, Parviz Pourhosseini, Esmaeil Pourhosseini, and Parviz Fanizadeh — all of whom would become prominent figures in Iranian stage and film. The group’s name reflected both a literal and symbolic connection to the “bazaar” — a place of public gathering, dialogue, and performance in Persian culture.
