Roya Heydari
- Actress
- Second Unit Director or Assistant Director
Roya Heydari is a photographer and filmmaker from Afghanistan with over a decade of professional experience. She is widely recognized for her exceptional storytelling skills that highlight the ground realities of Afghanistan and the challenges faced by its people, especially women and children.
Roya is also known for her work in the film industry, having served as Second Unit Director on the films Lina (2017) and Kabullywood (2017). She has collaborated with various prestigious national and international organizations and has completed several assignments as a freelance photojournalist.
Her love for photography knows no bounds, and children are her favorite subjects. She believes that they are the purest part of a community and reflect the true values of life. No matter the place or the conditions, Roya's focus is always on the people.
Despite the challenging situations, Roya has a passion for photography and filmmaking. She strives to use her profession to make a positive difference in people's lives.
Roya fled Afghanistan in August 2021 when the Taliban took over the government. Roya resides in Paris, France, where she continues to pursue her passion and showcase her work to the world.
Roya is also known for her work in the film industry, having served as Second Unit Director on the films Lina (2017) and Kabullywood (2017). She has collaborated with various prestigious national and international organizations and has completed several assignments as a freelance photojournalist.
Her love for photography knows no bounds, and children are her favorite subjects. She believes that they are the purest part of a community and reflect the true values of life. No matter the place or the conditions, Roya's focus is always on the people.
Despite the challenging situations, Roya has a passion for photography and filmmaking. She strives to use her profession to make a positive difference in people's lives.
Roya fled Afghanistan in August 2021 when the Taliban took over the government. Roya resides in Paris, France, where she continues to pursue her passion and showcase her work to the world.