MEET FARID
ACTING FUNNY
Farid Yazdani’s show, Day Players, debuted on Image Killer’s YouTube channel recently.
Name: Farid Yazdani. Farid is actually an Arabic name – it translates to unique. I’ll have to say, it’s quite a fitting name!
Currently: Our show, Day Players, debuted on Image Killer’s YouTube channel recently. It is the story of six egomaniacal actors taking the world’s worst acting class. It’s a show that dives deep into some of the worst traits in the human species and their relationships with one another. It’s a dark comedy that I think the audience will resonate with.
My life in about 50 words: Chaotic and aspirational. I’ve always been a big dreamer, which is both a fault and a positive trait. I’ve never been complacent and I’ve always aimed for more. Being an actor can be a very difficult path as you can face a lot of rejection. The need for thick skin is a must. Luckily, I have a very supportive partner who has made my aspirations even higher.
The actor in me took flight: When I was in grade eight. My teacher had mentored me into applying to an arts school, Cawthra Park. To this day, I credit Mr. John Roots for sparking my career as an actor
My favourite line in movies/shows: Anything Jim Carrey says!
Favourite colour: Pink.
Favourite designer: Gucci.
Favourite movie: Glengarry Glen Ross.
Favourite musicians: Queens of the Stone Age, Billie Elish, Party-nextdoor.
Favourite song: Guilty pleasure – Diet Pepsi by Addison Rae. Man, the song is catchy.
Favourite TV shows: Suits (Bias, I was in it) and Better Call Saul.
Favourite ice cream flavour: I’m lactose intolerant, but when I pop a pill, Birthday Cake.
Favourite cuisine: Persian.
Favourite restaurant: Azhar on Ossington in Toronto.
Favourite sports: Hockey and basketball.
Favourite sportsperson: Joe Sakic – one of my favourite hockey players of all time.
Favourite writer: Rumi.
Favourite activities: Muay Thai and Spin.
I hang out: On Ossington Street in Toronto.
I’m freaked out by: The ocean.
I need: Lots of words of affirmation LOL.
My role models: No one specific, but all the actors of colour in Canada who have paved the way for us.
Tips to save the planet: Love one another regardless of race or religion.
In a perfect world: Dogs would live as long as us.
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