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Mohammad Peyman Maadi stands among the most influential Iranian actors of his generation—an artist whose career bridges Iranian social realism and international cinema. Born on July 20, 1960, in New York City, Maadi’s life story reflects a rare fusion of Iranian cultural roots and Western upbringing. Over more than three decades, he has evolved from a screenwriter working behind the …

The death of Nasser Masoudi, the oldest surviving singer of Gilaki poetry and one of the last great regional vocalists of Iran, marked the end of a luminous chapter in Iranian musical history. Known affectionately as the “Nightingale of Gilan”, he passed away at the age of 90 in his beloved hometown of Rasht—the city that had shaped his identity, …

In a spectacular display of luxury and celebrity glamour, American singer and actress Jennifer Lopez traveled to the historic Indian city of Udaipur to headline one of the most talked-about weddings of the year. Lopez was reportedly paid an astonishing $2 million to perform at the wedding of pharmaceutical heiress Netra Mantena and her entrepreneur husband Vamsi Gadiraju—a fee considered …

Hadi Marzban (April 4, 1944 – December 2, 1404) stands among the pivotal figures whose names are inseparably woven into the fabric of modern Iranian theater. As a director, actor, designer, and educator, he belonged to the rare generation that carried the post-Qajar and early Pahlavi theatrical traditions into the late 20th century, while simultaneously shaping a style that accommodated …

On November 10, deep within the dramatic winter landscape of Banff National Park, an adventurous couple decided to defy the elements and tie the knot amid gale-force winds, swirling snow, and sub-zero temperatures. What was meant to be a modest hike to a spectacular viewpoint became a test of perseverance, trust, and love—an unconventional ceremony captured in a breathtaking series …

Abolghasem Ghaffari (born June 15, 1967 – died November 14, 1993) remains one of the most fascinating and enigmatic figures in the scientific history of Iran and the world. His life, stretching across continents, political eras, academic revolutions, and technological breakthroughs, represents the story of an Iranian scholar who rose from modest beginnings near Tehran’s Baharestan Square to become a …

he third Pomegranate Festival in Satyari village—located approximately 126 kilometers from the center of Kermanshah province—marked not only a celebration of agricultural abundance but also a living expression of Iran’s ancient relationship with one of its most cherished fruits. As the people of this mountainous region gathered to thank God for their pomegranate harvest and to pray for rain, the …

Mohammad Kassabi (June 25, 1955 – October 19, 1404) occupies a distinctive and respected place in the history of Iranian performing arts. As an actor, playwright, screenwriter, theater practitioner, and organizer of cultural institutions, his influence extended far beyond the screen and stage. Though he first rose to national prominence through cinema—winning the Crystal Simorgh for Best Actor at the …

On Wednesday, November 12, the grand stage of Vahdat Hall witnessed an event that will be remembered as one of the most significant milestones in the cultural history of Iran: for the first time, a woman officially stood on the podium as conductor of the Tehran Symphony Orchestra. Paniz Feryosefi, a young but seasoned Iranian musician, violinist, teacher, and composer, …

Released during one of the most turbulent periods in modern history, Casablanca (1942) remains a cinematic masterpiece that continues to define the golden age of Hollywood. Directed by Michael Curtiz and starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman, and Paul Henreid, the film masterfully intertwines romance, moral conflict, and political intrigue against the backdrop of World War II. While many of its …