Parviz Khan

Parviz Khan : پرویز خان : "Parviz Khan" is an Iranian sports drama film produced by Ata Panahi and directed by Ali Saghafi. Released in the year 1402 (2023-2024 in the Gregorian calendar), it marks Saghafi's directorial debut in cinema, depicting a segment of Parviz Dehdari's life, portrayed by Saeed PourSamiimi.

The film premiered at the 42nd Fajr International Film Festival and was subsequently released in Iranian cinemas from March 13, 2023.

Plot:
Following the victory of the revolution in the 1960s, Parviz Dehdari's name resurfaced as the head coach of the national football team. It chronicles the years when Dehdari prepared the national team for the 1986 Seoul Asian Games. The story begins with conflicts arising with the team's notable stars. Upon the team's return from Seoul, a signed letter by 14 players turned into a bombshell upon arrival at Mehrabad Airport, marking one of the most controversial football events of the 1960s.

Dehdari formed a new national team with unknown youths, among whom rose some of the greatest football stars, from Ahmadreza Abedzadeh and Mojtaba Moharrami to Javad Zarincheh and Samad Marfavi. After achieving third place in the Asian Nations Cup, Dehdari's young team geared up for the 1990 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. However, the incident during the friendly match between Iran and Japan at Azadi Stadium, where some spectators welcomed him with snowballs, closed the chapter of Dehdari's involvement with the national team.

Dehdari passed away in the early 1970s, and now, his life and era are depicted in a storytelling film titled "Parviz Khan."