Hangameh Ghaziani, an Iranian cinema actress who recently announced her retirement from acting due to 'harassment and restrictions on free-spirited women,' reacted to the airing of two series featuring her by stating that she remains steadfast in her previous positions. This actress, who was detained for a period after joining protesters and removing her mandatory hijab during last year's protests, wrote in her Instagram story: 'The series 'Amsterdam' is from three years ago, and 'Father Guardiola' is from two years ago, and I have not accepted any performance project for 11 months.' On June 9, 2023, Ghaziani announced her retirement from acting and cinematic activities in an Instagram post, reflecting on her 24 years in cinema and asking her audience to write her a beautiful farewell message, acknowledging those who stood by her with unconditional love over the years. In late November 2022, amid nationwide protests in Iran, she removed her hijab and was arrested a few days later on charges of 'collusion and conspiracy to act against national security and propaganda against the regime,' being released a week later on bail. She also referred to the Islamic Republic as a 'child-killing' regime in a post on her Instagram. During the nationwide protests that began after the death of Mahsa (Zhina) Amini in the custody of the morality police, several artists, including Ghaziani, Katayoun Riahi, Shabnam Farshadjou, Shiva Ebrahimi, Maryam Bobani, Sharareh Dolatabadi, Masoumeh Ghasemipour, Anahita Hemmati, Maryam Palizban, Fatemeh Motamed-Arya, Pegah Ahangarani, and Taraneh Alidoosti, removed their headscarves in public, with some being arrested. The presence of female actors and artists with optional head coverings in public continued in 2023, leading to severe reactions from state media, cyber forces, and ultimately the judiciary, which sentenced three Iranian actresses to prison, social rights deprivation, and mandatory visits to psychological centers for treatment of what was termed 'anti-family personality disorder.'
Hangameh Ghaziani Emphasizes Maintaining Previous Stances; I Have Not Accepted Any Performance Project for a Year
Iranian actress Hangameh Ghaziani has reiterated her commitment to her stance against the regime by announcing her retirement from acting, stating she has not accepted any projects in the past year. Her actions are a response to the ongoing repression of women and artists in Iran, particularly following the protests sparked by Mahsa Amini's death. This highlights the increasing tensions between the government and cultural figures in Iran.
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Hangameh Ghaziani announced her retirement from acting citing harassment and restrictions on women.
- Hangameh Ghaziani announce acting career
- Iranian authorities arrest Hangameh Ghaziani
- Hangameh Ghaziani protest Iranian government
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The retirement of Ghaziani underscores the impact of state repression on cultural figures.
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