From Mehran Modiri and Ali Zia to Two Letters to Pezeshkian

Just now September 18, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA

📋 Key Takeaway

The article discusses various cultural issues in Iran, including the decline of cinema and notable figures distancing themselves from it. It also touches on the need for changes in media naming and the slow response of cultural heritage authorities. These topics reflect ongoing challenges in Iran's cultural landscape.

Kamran Ghadechian: Cinema is no longer serious, actors who have distanced themselves from cinema; from Mahaya Petrosian to Faramarz Gharibian, Mr. Modiri, it’s not the 80s anymore! Let's change the name of the Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB), two letters to Pezeshkian, why does the Cultural Heritage Organization arrive late to the crime scene? The architect of modern literary criticism in Iran, from Shahram Nazeri to Martik; is anyone planning to hold a concert in Iran? These were among the cultural and artistic news this week from ISNA.