In just a year and a half since launching his professional career, Tlkhoon has emerged as a new star in Persian rap. His persona is a unique blend of a vulnerable lover boy and a young man who still exhibits childlike behavior. This duality extends to his lyrics, which are filled with playful, whimsical, and…
In an Instagram post shared yesterday, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and the Iranian designer Mike Amiri seemingly hinted at an upcoming collaboration release at a live show for the popular business podcast Acquired.
Zuckerberg was heard speaking about collaborating with Amiri on eyewear designs, which could signal Meta's intention to double down on their strategy of…
Norwegian-Iranian singer Amanda Delara recently showcased a striking dress featuring a beaded image of iconic Iranian singer Googoosh on her instagram. The dress, designed by Norwegian designer Mari Hetland, took over 50 hours and tens of thousands of beads to complete. Delara has consistently drawn inspiration from her Iranian heritage, a theme evident throughout…
Fifty years ago, Bahrām Beyzaie introduced the world to *The Stranger and the Fog* (*Gharibeh va Meh*), a hauntingly surreal film that has become a cornerstone of Iranian cinema. To mark this milestone, the film has been meticulously restored in 4K, allowing a new generation of viewers to experience its atmospheric visuals and complex narrative…
Kimia Alizadeh, a 26-year-old Iranian taekwondo athlete, has become a symbol of resilience and perseverance. After leaving Iran and embarking on a new chapter in her life, she now competes for Bulgaria under the Refugee Olympic Team. Recently, Alizadeh was announced as the new face of Nike, a significant achievement that marks her journey and…
Shervin Hajipour, an acclaimed Iranian singer, composer, and songwriter, revealed in an emotional Instagram video on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, that he has been sentenced to 3 years and 8 months in prison for releasing his song 'Baraye.' The verdict has sent shockwaves through the Iranian community, prompting widespread reactions and sympathy on social media.
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In an era where food advertisements predominantly showcase vibrant images of the product, Heim Burger's "Melt in the Moment" campaign has taken a bold and unique approach. Running from July 1st to September 21st, this campaign shifts focus from burgers to the personas of three distinct individuals, capturing their everyday lives across various locations in…
"Impasse" (2023) is a powerful documentary directed by Rahmaneh Rabani and Bahman Kiarostami that delves into the rising religious and political conflicts within a single family in Tehran. The film, running for 89 minutes and presented in Persian with English subtitles, offers a microcosmic view of the broader societal tensions in contemporary Iran.
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Designer Paria Farzaneh has created a striking and thought-provoking piece, named ‘Memory Suit,’ that serves as a cultural archive. The blazer, made of transparent PVC, is not so much a prêt-à-porter piece of clothing, but rather a display case for a curated collection of everyday Iranian objects from 2015-2024. The clear material of the blazer…