Atiq Rahimi Biography: Books, Net Worth, Age, Movies, Nationality, Height, Spouse, Children, Facebook

Atiq Rahimi, born on February 26, 1962, is a French-Afghan writer, filmmaker, and storyteller known for his powerful literary works and films that explore war, identity, memory, and the Afghan experience.

He gained global recognition for his novel The Patience Stone, which won the prestigious Prix Goncourt.

Profile

• Full Name: Atiq Rahimi
• Stage Name: Atiq Rahimi
• Born: February 26, 1962
• Age: 63 years old
• Birthplace: Kabul, Afghanistan
• Nationality: French-Afghan
• Occupation: Writer, filmmaker, screenwriter, director
• Height: 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Rahimi
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Rahima Rahimi
• Children: 2
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $2 million – $4 million

Early Life And Education

Atiq Rahimi was born on February 26, 1962, in Kabul, Afghanistan, and is 63 years old.

He is of Tajik ethnicity and practices Islam.

His parents are referred to as Mr. and Mrs. Rahimi, and information about his siblings remains unknown.

He attended Lycée Esteqlal in Kabul before studying literature and cinema at Kabul University.

Due to war and political instability, he fled Afghanistan in the 1980s and later resettled in France.

In France, he continued his education and pursued further studies in literature and visual arts, building a strong foundation that shaped his international writing and filmmaking career.

Career

Atiq Rahimi began his artistic journey in literature, becoming a strong literary voice representing Afghan history, trauma, displacement, and resilience.

His first novel, Earth and Ashes, brought him international attention and was later adapted into a film directed by him.

His breakthrough came in 2008 when his French-language novel The Patience Stone won the Prix Goncourt, one of the most prestigious literary awards in the world.

This achievement positioned him as a major figure in world literature.

Beyond writing, Rahimi is a celebrated filmmaker and screenwriter.

His films have been showcased at international festivals, and he continues to produce works that bridge Afghan storytelling with global artistic platforms.

His work blends poetic narrative with stark realism, making him one of the most influential Afghan literary and cinematic voices in global art.

Awards and Nominations

• Prix Goncourt (2008) – The Patience Stone
• Film festival recognitions for Earth and Ashes and The Patience Stone
• Multiple international literary and cultural honors

Personal Life

French-Afghan writer, filmmaker, and storyteller Atiq Rahimi is married to his long time partner Rahima Rahimi, the couple has been together for several years and they have two children, a daughter born in 1996 and a son.

His children are French, and his son is a Paris Saint-Germain football fan.

Regarding his height, Atiq Rahimi stands at 5 feet 10 inches tall which is approximately 178 cm.

There is no information about his previous romantic relationships before his marriage to Rahima Rahimi.

Books

Notable Books:

• Earth and Ashes
• A Thousand Rooms of Dream and Fear
• The Patience Stone (Prix Goncourt winner)
• Curse on Dostoevsky

Filmography

• Earth and Ashes (Director)
• The Patience Stone (Director and Co-writer)

Net Worth

Atiq Rahimi’s estimated net worth is between $2 million – $4 million.

His earnings come from book sales, film production, writing royalties, international publishing rights, and

festival collaborations.

His position in global literature and cinema has contributed significantly to his professional success and financial stability.