Born in 1985 in Mashhad, Iran, Komeil Soheili grew up as a curious and inquisitive child. His journey into the world of media and storytelling began when he moved to Tehran to pursue a BA in Journalism and an MA in Cultural Studies and Media. The day after defending his thesis, Komeil embarked on a five-year hitchhiking journey that took him across various parts of the world. This adventure ignited his passion for documentaries, particularly those featuring ordinary heroes and their struggles. Komeil's showcasing the lives of ordinary Iranians find its way to global channels, like National Geographic and CNN. His work was especially significant at a time when images of everyday life in Iran were rare on international television. His films have been showcased and awarded at numerous film festivals, including GZDOCS, Bucheon FFF, United Nation FF, etc.
