Hadi Choopan was born on September 26, 1987, in the Fars province of Iran. He grew up in a modest family and started working at a young age to help support his household. Despite these difficulties, he developed a strong interest in bodybuilding and began training seriously during his teenage years. He achieved early success in national competitions and gradually built a reputation in regional and international events. Over time, he earned several titles in Asian and world bodybuilding championships, which helped him gain recognition outside Iran. Choopan later joined the IFBB Pro League and became known for his exceptional muscle density and conditioning, earning the nickname “The Persian Wolf.” He made his Mr. Olympia debut in 2019 and impressed the audience with a third-place finish, also receiving the People’s Champion award. In 2022, he reached the peak of his career by winning the Mr. Olympia title, becoming the first Iranian bodybuilder to achieve this accomplishment. Since then, he has continued competing among the top athletes in professional bodybuilding.