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Iranian actor Hamid Taleghani passes away at 59

Hamid Taleghani, a veteran Iranian film and television actor, has died after a period of illness caused by liver cancer, Iranian media reported.

Appeals court lifts detention order for actor Pejman Jamshidi, cites lack of new evidence

Pejman Jamshidi’s attorney says an appeals court has overturned the lower court’s ruling and lifted the actor’s detention order after determining that no new evidence had emerged to justify continued custody.

Iranian rock pioneer Kourosh Yaghmaei announces retirement from music

Kourosh Yaghmaei, the legendary Iranian singer, composer and guitarist widely regarded as the father of Iranian rock, has announced his retirement from music at the age of 79.

Iran marks 20th anniv. of fallen media, army personnel

A ceremony commemorating the 20th anniversary of the martyrs from Iran’s media community and the Army of the Islamic Republic was held in Tehran.

Iran Actors Guild criticizes treatment of detained performers in publicized arrest case

The Iranian Actors Guild has issued a statement expressing “deep regret and concern” over the recent arrest of several well-known actors during a private gathering and the subsequent media coverage of the incident.

Fajr International Film Festival continues into sixth day in Shiraz

The 43rd Fajr International Film Festival entered its sixth day on Tuesday in southern Iranian city of Shiraz, featuring a full schedule of screenings, panel discussions and critical review sessions at the Honar-e Shahr-e Aftab cultural complex.

Iranian film director Asghar Nasiri dies at 63

Iranian film director and producer Asghar Nasiri has died due to severe respiratory complications, Iranian media reported on Tuesday.

3rd day of Fajr Intl. Film Festival held in Shiraz

The third day of the Fajr International Film Festival was held on Friday evening in Shiraz, southern Iran.

Iran director Majidi receives special honor at First Eurasia International Film Festival

Iranian filmmaker Majid Majidi received the Special Award of the inaugural Eurasia International Film Festival for his “significant contribution to world cinema.”

Iranian director protests screening of his film at Israeli festival

Iranian filmmaker Mohammad Rasoulof has strongly objected to the screening of his latest film, The Seed of the Sacred Fig, at a festival in Israel, saying he is “deeply outraged” by the decision.

Peyman Maadi named jury member at Morocco film festival

Iranian actor and director Peyman Maadi has been selected as a member of the jury for the Marrakech Film Festival, in Morocco, chaired by Oscar-winning South Korean director Bong Joon-ho.

Editor-in-chief: Didar News website reopens after 33-day block

Editor-in-chief of the Iranian news and analysis platform Didar News Hassan Mohammadian says the website has been unblocked.

Lawyer says actor Pejman Jamshidi returned to Iran voluntarily, alleged rape case still under investigation

The lawyer of Iranian actor and former footballer Pejman Jamshidi said his client returned to Iran of his own accord and has not been summoned by judicial authorities, while his case regarding sexual assault accusation remains in the investigation stage.

Report: YouTube removes Tasnim’s first Hebrew-language documentary hours after release

YouTube has removed a newly released Hebrew-language documentary produced by Iran’s Tasnim News Agency, only hours after it was uploaded, the outlet reported.

Iran releases first Hebrew-language documentary highlighting 12-day conflict

Iran has produced and released its first Hebrew-language documentary, “Missiles Over Bazan,” through the Tasnim News Agency.

Famous Iranian actor Homayoun Ershadi passes away at 78

Renowned Iranian actor Homayoun Ershadi died at 78 on Tuesday after a battle with cancer.

Iranian composer Aria Aziminezhad Performs “Love Through the Ages” in Paris

Famous Iranian composer and musician Aria Aziminezhad has taken part in an art event in France, presenting his musical performance “Love Through the Ages” (L’amour à travers les époques) at the Eiffel Theater in Paris.

Iranian actress Mojdeh Daei passes away

Iranian theater and film actress Mojdeh Daei has passed away.

Iranian actor and former footballer Pejman Jamshidi released on bail amid ongoing legal case

Iranian actor and former footballer Pejman Jamshidi was released from prison on bail on Sunday after five days of detention, his lawyers confirmed.

South Korean ambassador performs with Iranian vocalist at joint art exhibition

South Korea’s ambassador to Iran, Kim Junpyo, joined renowned Iranian vocalist and music instructor Fazel Jamshidi in a live performance during a joint Korean-Iranian calligraphy exhibition held on Wednesday in Tehran.

Iranian prominent actor, ex-football player detained in abduction and rape case

Pejman Jamshid, a well-known Iranian actor and former football player has been taken into custody following a complaint filed by a young woman accusing him of abduction and sexual assault.

Iranian film “In the Embrace of the Tree” wins top award at Canadian Muslim Film Festival

Iranian feature film “In the Embrace of the Tree” has been named Best Feature Film at the 6th Muslim International Film Festival (MIFF), held in Toronto from October 10 to 13.

Widely acclaimed Iranian filmmaker Nasser Taghvai laid to rest in Tehran

The funeral of renowned Iranian filmmaker Nasser Taghvai was held on Thursday morning at the House of Cinema in Tehran.

Renowned Iranian filmmaker Nasser Taghvai Dies at 84

Celebrated Iranian filmmaker and screenwriter Nasser Taghvai, best known for directing the classic television series My Uncle Napoleon, has passed away at the age of 84.

Iran marks National Hafez Day with ceremonies in Shiraz

Iran on Sunday marked National Hafez Day, honoring the 14th-century Persian poet Hafez Shirazi, whose works continue to inspire readers and scholars around the world.

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