From a young age, he pursued formal training in acting. He studied under the respected theater instructor Hamid Samandarian, whose disciplined approach to character study and stagecraft left a lasting impression on Bakhshi. In 1965, he began his professional career with the National Arts Group under the supervision of Abbas Javanmard. This ensemble was central to the modernization of contemporary theater in the country, combining classical texts, modern European drama, and indigenous storytelling traditions.
The stage became his first true home. Rehearsal halls, backstage corridors, and the charged silence before a curtain rose formed the rhythm of his early adult life. He immersed himself in ensemble work, learning to listen to fellow actors, to breathe with the tempo of a scene, and to respect the collective nature of theatrical creation.
Service and Discipline
Alongside his artistic pursuits, Bakhshi joined the Air Force. After completing his training, he taught electronics and English. This period of service, lasting approximately ten years, added a distinct dimension to his personality. Military life reinforced discipline, punctuality, and responsibility—qualities that later defined his professional reputation in artistic circles.
