Katayoun Riahi
کتایون ریاحی
Actress
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View Timeline →Iran bans 12 actors from work over hijab violations: minister
Iranian authorities have banned a dozen women actors, including Taraneh Alidoosti and Katayoun Riahi, from working for failing to observe the country's mandatory hijab law.…
Violent Arrest of Protesting Student Who Went Nude
A female student at Azad University was violently arrested after protesting against security forces who tore her clothes due to mandatory hijab enforcement. The incident…
Actor of the film 'Earthly Verses' banned from leaving the country due to attending Cannes with optional hijab
Iranian actress Sadaf Asgari has been banned from leaving the country after her participation in the Cannes Film Festival with optional hijab. This follows a…
Exclusive | Shabnam Farshadjou, Actress: I Was Aware of the Consequences When I Decided to Remove the Mandatory Hijab
Shabnam Farshadjou, an actress and spokesperson for the Iranian Artists' Association, spoke out against the ban on artists opposing the mandatory hijab, acknowledging the risks…
Iranian Artists' Association Abroad Protests Ban on Artistic Activities of Several Opponents of Mandatory Hijab
The Iranian Artists' Association Abroad has protested the ban on several actresses who oppose mandatory hijab, highlighting the government's discriminatory practices against women in the…
Continued Reactions from Artists to Employment Bans on Several Actors Opposing Mandatory Hijab
The Iranian government has banned several female artists from acting due to their opposition to mandatory hijab, prompting significant backlash from both male and female…
Member of Parliament: Actors Must Commit to Two Years of Hijab for Each Film; Indifference of Protesting Actors
A member of the Iranian parliament has mandated that actors must commit to wearing hijab for two years after each film, but many actors are…
Mental Health Professionals Protest Islamic Republic's Sentences; Psychotherapy Does Not Change Beliefs
Over seventy mental health professionals have urged the UN to address the Iranian government's misuse of psychiatry against women protesting mandatory hijab laws. They argue…
Another Page from the 'Hijab and Chastity' Bill; Filmmakers Must Commit to 'Hijab'
The Iranian Parliament has mandated that filmmakers require actors to commit to wearing hijab in new contracts as part of the 'Hijab and Chastity' bill.…
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…
Deputy Minister of Culture: Collaborating with Hijab-Removing Actors Has Consequences
The Deputy Minister of Culture announced a crackdown on platforms collaborating with actors who have removed their hijabs, citing illegal actions during last year's protests.…
Protesting Actor Says Goodbye to Art; Hengameh Ghaziani Announces Retirement from Acting
Hengameh Ghaziani, a prominent Iranian actress, announced her retirement from acting amid ongoing protests in Iran. She previously removed her hijab and faced arrest for…
A Legal Official: The Case of Actors Opposing Mandatory Hijab Has 'Exited the Security Phase'
A legal official stated that the cases of actors opposing mandatory hijab have shifted from security courts to public courts, marking a significant change in…
Government Media Attack on Opponents of Mandatory Hijab with New Allegations; 'Hypocrite', 'Promoter of Corruption', 'Unforgivable'
The Iranian government media has intensified its attacks on artists opposing mandatory hijab, labeling them with severe allegations such as 'hypocrite' and 'promoter of corruption.'…
Legal Cases Formed Against Baran Kowsari and Shaghayegh Dehghan Due to Opposition to Mandatory Hijab
Legal cases have been initiated against Iranian actresses Baran Kowsari and Shaghayegh Dehghan for appearing without hijabs, reflecting a broader crackdown on dissent against mandatory…
After Katayoun Riahi, Panteha Bahram Also Summoned to Court
Panteha Bahram has been summoned to court for appearing without a hijab at a public event, following similar actions by other Iranian actresses like Katayoun…
Summoning of Several Artists Opposing Mandatory Hijab; Tehran Prosecutor Threatens Them with Arrest
Tehran's prosecutor has summoned several artists for opposing mandatory hijab and threatened them with arrest if they do not comply. This crackdown follows a speech…
Kaveh Farnam, Producer: The Courage of Artists Who Reject Mandatory Hijab is Commendable
Kaveh Farnam praises the bravery of Iranian artists who defy mandatory hijab laws amidst government repression. Notable figures like Afsaneh Bayegan and Fatemeh Motamed-Arya have…
Islamic Republic Culture Minister: We Will Not Allow Those Who Remove Their Hijab to Attend Artistic Programs
Iran's Culture Minister announced that artists who remove their hijab will not be allowed to participate in cultural events, following public appearances by several actresses…