In recent years, scattered reports in sections of domestic and diaspora media have drawn attention to a figure presenting himself as “Prince Babak Qajar,” a man who claims descent from the Qajar dynasty and positions himself as heir to the Iranian throne. According to these reports, he has declared that in a future restoration of Qajar rule, Tabriz would once …

Mirza Mohammad Taqi Khan Farahani, better known by his honorific title Amir Kabir, stands among the most consequential statesmen in nineteenth-century Iranian history. Born on 19 Dey 1185 (January 9, 1807) in the village of Hazaveh in the Farahan region, and assassinated on 20 Dey 1230 (January 10, 1852) in Kashan, his life encapsulates both the promise and peril of …

Taghi Arani was one of the most significant socialist thinkers of the early twentieth century. He is often associated with the origins of the Tudeh Party, a movement that later became highly influential in modern political history. Although many accounts describe Arani as the party’s founder, historians continue to debate the accuracy of that claim. His precise role in shaping …

In recent years, images circulated widely on social media showing groups of women participating in motorcycle training courses at a specialized center in the southern districts of the capital. Wearing helmets and protective gear, they practiced balance, coordination, braking techniques, and even advanced maneuvers. Some of the published photographs captured moments of remarkable confidence: women riding in formation, performing tight …

Hamad Jannati Ladani was born on March 2, 1926, in the small village of Ladan, located a few kilometers west of the historic city of Isfahan. His birth took place in a modest clerical household at a time when the country was undergoing significant social and political transformation. His father was a religious scholar, and his mother organized religious gatherings …

The history of modern Iran, particularly the early 20th century, is intertwined with the life and legacy of Reza Shah Pahlavi, a military leader who rose to power and changed the political and social landscape of the country. His reign, which lasted from 1925 to 1941, was marked by radical reforms and state-led modernization, shaping the nation into a new …

Yolofar Pourabrahim is known as a media figure whose professional path reflects the turbulent and highly politicized landscape of Persian-language broadcasting over the past two decades. His career, which began within the framework of the state-run media apparatus of his homeland, gradually shifted toward international satellite broadcasting, where political narratives, opposition discourse, and sharply critical analysis of the ruling establishment …

Enayatollah Bakhshi (7 Farvardin 1945 – 16 Bahman 1404) was a distinguished film, theater, and television actor whose career spanned more than six decades. Celebrated for his commanding screen presence and resonant voice, he became one of the most recognizable performers of intense and morally complex characters in Persian-language cinema. Over time, he expanded his range to include wise elders, …

Farah Pahlavi, born Farah Diba on October 14, 1938, in Tehran, emerged as one of the most prominent female figures of twentieth-century West Asia. Officially addressed as Her Royal Highness Shahbanu before the upheaval of 1978–1979, she became the consort of Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi, the last reigning monarch of her homeland. Her life reflects a remarkable journey: from a …

The closing ceremony of the 44th Fajr Film Festival was held on Wednesday evening, February 12, at Vahdat Hall, marking the final chapter of this year’s cinematic celebration. Unlike previous editions that were hosted in other venues, this year’s ceremony took place in one of the capital’s most historic and prestigious cultural halls. The atmosphere was a mixture of anticipation, …