Shahnaz Tehrani is an actress, known for The Hostage (1974), Brothers in Blood (1975) and The Guest (1976).In the early 1970s, a New Iranian Cinema emerged (cinema motefävet). However, following the Revolution in 1979, a few filmmakers and actors went into exile as Khomeini altered the focus in features. She worked for Radio Ran, a station serving Farsi-speaking audiences (in Israel), as an announcer and programming producer. She hosted musical and cultural shows such as “Shad” and “Bazemi,” where she performed classic or nostalgic songs.
Through her broadcasting and music, Shahnaz maintains ties with classic Persian culture and traditional songs, preserving cultural memories in the diaspora. Her work spans multiple domains—acting, music, radio, television, product entrepreneurship—which shows her versatility. She often shares her story and memories (in Bano Show), making her a figure of cultural memory and experience.
