Iranian singer faces legal action for performing without hijab in online concert

hindustantimes.com

Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi faces prosecution for performing an online concert without a hijab, violating the country's strict dress code. The judiciary has filed a legal case against her and her production team. Ahmadi streamed the concert on YouTube, showcasing her bare shoulders in a flowing black dress. The performance, held without an audience, included songs referencing protests following Mahsa Amini's death. This incident comes just before a new law takes effect, which could impose severe penalties on women for not adhering to hijab rules.


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