DUBAI: Taraneh Alidoosti, one of Iran’s best-known actresses, was arrested days after she posted a string of messages supporting the ongoing protest movement in the country, with the Cannes Film Festival calling for her immediate release on Monday. Alidoosti, who starred in 2016 Oscar-winning film “The Salesman,” was arrested on Saturday, a week after she posted on Instagram
Alidoosti, 38, was taken into custody on Saturday, a week after she made a post on Instagram expressing solidarity with Mohsen Shekari, the first man recently executed for crimes allegedly committed during the protests. Taraneh Alidoosti Arrested For Raising Her Voice on Execution Of Mohsen Shekari, Berlin Film Festival Extends Support.
After Toronto and Cannes Film Festivals, the Berlin International Film Festival has condemned the arrest of Iranian actress Taraneh Alidoosti and has expressed solidarity with the people of Iran "fighting for their rights" in the ongoing protests triggered by the tragic death of Mahsa Amini in custody.