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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 …

Mitra Hajjar was born on February 4, 1976, in Mashhad, one of Iran’s largest and most culturally rich cities. As the first child of Mohammad Hassan Hajjar and Mehri Jahed, she grew up in a family that valued education, culture, and art. Her family’s intellectual environment shaped her sensitivity to literature and the arts from a young age. Mitra has …

Farhad Heshmati Aghdaei, widely recognized by his artistic name Farhad Aish, stands as one of Iran’s most thoughtful and multi-dimensional figures in the performing arts. Born in 1952 in Shemiran, Aish’s life reflects a rich interplay between global exposure, intellectual exploration, and artistic integrity. As an actor, writer, translator, and theater director, his work bridges the classical traditions of Iranian …

Katayoun Riahi (born 1961 in Tehran, Iran) is an Iranian former actress, writer, and social activist whose name became synonymous with integrity, artistic sensitivity, and quiet rebellion in the Iranian entertainment world. She grew up in a culturally vibrant yet politically shifting Iran — a country standing at the crossroads of modernization and tradition. Her upbringing during the final years …