**Sareh Bayat** (born 1979) is an internationally acclaimed Iranian actress, known for her intense acting prowess and choice of complex roles.

She is universally recognized for her performance in Asghar Farhadi's masterpiece, **A Separation** (2011), where she played Razieh, the woman of faith struggling with her convictions. This role earned her the Silver Bear for Best Actress at the Berlin Film Festival, shared with the rest of the female cast.

Her film career includes other significant films, such as Majid Majidi's **Muhammad: The Messenger of God** (2015) and a new collaboration with Farhadi in **A Hero** (2021). Bayat is known for her ability to embody complex female characters, often grappling with moral dilemmas or social difficulties, delivering naturalistic and subtle performances that reveal deep emotional dimensions.