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India.com
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
World's most expensive party ever took place in…, hosted by…, had 18 tonnes food, 25000 wine bottles, 2700….; cost more than Mukesh Ambani's parties
The parties and family events hosted by the Ambani family showcase some of the finest in wealth, luxury, and extravagance. Hosted by Asia's richest family, these events are not simply private celebrations; they are high-profile spectacles that attract the global business tycoons, sports legends, and even royalty. Before the Ambanis established new benchmarks for extravagance by hosting weddings costing in the billions of rupees, there was a king of Iran who threw a party so indulgent that it is still in the record books as the most expensive party ever hosted! It featured 18 tonnes of food, 25,000 bottles of wine, and over 100 planes involved! It made headline news worldwide. It was considered a benchmark that has never been beaten. But who was this king? Who Was the Ruler Behind the World's Most Expensive Party? Fifty years ago, Iran was an entirely different country. During the early 1970s, women walked freely in Western attire; Iran was considered modern, progressive, and friendly to the rest of the world. Then came the Islamic Revolution in 1979. The overthrow of the Pahlavi monarchy and the rise of the Islamic Republic brought about radical changes to nearly every aspect of political, cultural, and social life, particularly concerning women's rights and personal freedoms. Iran went through a dramatic change after the revolution of 1979 that saw the downfall of Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, the last Shah of Iran. This gave rise to Ayatollah Khomeini. One of the key events that set off public anger was a lavish celebration hosted by the Shah—the party was perhaps the most extravagant celebration ever thrown. To showcase the richness of Iranian culture and an increase in global stature, the celebration inadvertently showed the disconnect between the monarchy and the people. When citizens were struggling to meet their basic needs, the extravagance of the Shah's party was viewed as insensitive and hurtful, and only intensified public anger. The open inequality fostered by the celebration helped catalyze the revolution that brought down a 2,500-year-old monarchy. Who was Mohammad Reza Shah? Mohammad Reza Shah was crowned as king in 1941. He was a man of considerable wealth and ambition, and planned to modernize Iran and remake it into a modern, progressive state. Seeking to adopt Western values, he implemented liberal reforms, modernized, and made systematic attempts to destroy tradition, which of course included the hijab. This zealous form of Westernization provoked strong resistance among religious clerics and conservative groups, who felt that he was threatening the cultural and spiritual integrity of Iran. Mohammad Reza had no tolerance for dissent. Punishment for critics, whether vocal or nonvocal, who attacked his reformist values was met with censorship, imprisonment, or simply being banned, which instilled in people's minds fear and totalitarianism. Why Was the World's Most Expensive Party So Controversial in Iran? In 1971, the ruler of Iran, Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi, threw what many still believe to be the most extravagant party in human history: a quest to commemorate 2,500 years of existence of the Persian Empire. In the archaeological ruins of Persepolis, it gathered royalty and representatives from 65 nations, all flown in to see a concert and spectacle the world had never seen – and would likely never see again. Who Were the VIP Guests at This Once-in-a-Lifetime Event? However, underlying the gold-tasseled tents and bedecked chandeliers was a different story: thirst for power and growing disquiet. The media put the price of the party at around $100 million; outrage rose in Iran. With many citizens dealing with poverty and inequality, the ostentatiousness became a metaphor of the gap between the monarchy and its people, and the moment of revolt against the object of revolution.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Iran honours Sholay with a full-page newspaper tribute; the backstory is as legendary as the film itself
"Kitne aadmi the?" - No matter what era you're born in, you would definitely remember this dialogue from one of the most loved Bollywood films - Sholay. It has been 50 years since we first met Jai and Veeru, the unforgettable duo played by Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra, but the film remains etched in the hearts of people even today; and not just in India, even Iran is in awe of the magic of movie five decades later. This year, it has been 50 years since the movie was released. To the mark the occasion, Iran's prominent national newspaper featured a full-page tribute to the film, which is quite a rare honour for a foreign cinematic work. Twitter handle 'Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Iran' in Mumbai shared the news of X (formerly Twitter). 🇮🇳🇮🇷 On #Sholay's 50th anniversary, #IranNewspaper dedicated a full-page tribute to the iconic its unforgettable story of friendship, Sholay became a cornerstone of cinematic memory in #Iran; so much so that many Iranians still associate #Bollywood with this epic. Why is Sholay popular in Iran? For the unversed, before the 1979 Islamic Revolution, Indian cinema was widely distributed in Iran, and Sholay became a blockbuster during that period, especially among the older generation. Actors like Amitabh Bachchan were household names. Twitter handle of Consulate General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Mumbai also revealed that Iranian actor Navid Mohamadzadeh once drew inspiration from the iconic villanious character of Gabbar Singh, originally played Amjad Khan. Not only did he mimic his looks but also copied his mannerism in an Iranian film. Iranian actor @navidmamza once drew inspiration from #GabbarSingh, mimicking his iconic looks and menacing mannerisms for a villainous role. Not just that, Gabbar Singh is also popular in Iran. He is fondly called Jabbar Singh. The character played by Amjad Khan remains to be an iconic cinematic villain there as well. In Iran, he is known as "Jabbar Singh"; a formidable villain whose presence leaves a lasting impression. A few years ago, an Iranian woman had gone viral for dancing to Bollywood song Jab Tak Hai Jaan, once again showing how the Hindi music continues to rule cross borders. At the Bengaluru International Film Festival, Iranian filmmaker Shahed Ahmadlou had proudly declared, "I have watched Sholay over 500 times." His statement reflects how deeply the film resonates with Iranian cinephiles. In an age where most Bollywood films fade from memory within months, it is heartwarming to see a 50-year-old cult classic like Sholay being celebrated in Iran. Despite decades of censorship, and geopolitical shifts, Sholay still gets love from Iran. Meanwhile, Italy is hosting the world premiere of the newly restored Ramesh Sippy film at the iconic film at II Cinema Ritrovato festival. It is also set to be re-released in India this August.
Memri
08-07-2025
- Politics
- Memri
IRGC Deputy Coordinator-in-Chief Gen. Ali Fazli: We Are the Strongest We've Been Since the Islamic Revolution; We Only Used a Fraction of Our Missile Capabilities in the Recent Conflict; If the Enemie
General Ali Fazli, the Deputy Coordinator-in-Chief of the IRGC, said on July 3, 2025 that Iran had long anticipated an attack by the U.S. and the Zionists, and that in the recent conflict it has emerged as the foremost missile power in the region. He said that Iran only deployed 25-30% of its missile capabilities during the conflict, and that it has not opened even one of its underground missile cities. He said that Iran's forces are resolute and fully prepared for an extensive defense of the country, that Iran is the strongest it has been since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, that the missile production lines are active, and that Iran has never been more prepared than it is today. He added that he hopes the enemies will refrain from 'foolish acts,' since Iran's retaliation will be 'far more serious and severe.' Gen. Fazli's remarks were aired on IRINN TV (Iran).
Al Manar
06-07-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Imam Khamenei Attends Ashura Commemoration in Tehran
The Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Khamenei attended a mourning ceremony marking the martyrdom anniversary of Imam Hussein on Saturday night. Ayatollah Khamenei, who commands all Iranian armed forces took part in a mourning ceremony held at Imam Khomeini Hussainiya located at his office's compound in downtown Tehran on Saturday night. Tonight is the ninth night of Muharram, in which the third Shia Imam, Hussein ibn Ali, and his companions were martyred in the battle of Karbala. Tomorrow is the Ashura Day. The Zionist regime and Washington had made threats against the life of the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, which has drawn widespread condemnations on the part of Muslims around the world. Grand Ayatollah Makarem Shirazi and Grand Ayatollah Nouri Hamedani have issued fatwas against threats to the life of Ayatollah Khamenei, declaring those who threaten the Leader as the Enemy of God, whose blood has to be shed by Muslims as an Islamic duty.
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First Post
06-07-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Iran's Khamenei makes first public appearance since onset of conflict with Israel, attends mourning event
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has appeared in public for the first time since the conflict with Israel began, ending weeks of speculation over his absence during rising regional tensions. read more Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei made his first public appearance on Saturday, 5 July, since the conflict between Iran and Israel began, according to state media. The 86-year-old leader had been out of public view during weeks of growing regional tensions. State TV showed Khamenei greeting worshippers at the Imam Khomeini Mosque in central Tehran during a ceremony marking the eve of Ashura, an important Shia Muslim observance. He appeared on stage dressed in black, while the crowd raised their fists and chanted slogans like 'The blood in our veins for our leader!' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The moment when the Leader of the Islamic Revolution entered the Imam Khomeini Hussainiyah to attend the fourth night of mourning ceremonies on eve of Ashura, July 5, 2025. — Khamenei Media (@Khamenei_m) July 5, 2025 Khamenei, who has held power since 1989 and has the final say on all state matters, had not been seen publicly since before Israel launched surprise air strikes on 13 June. His last public engagement was a meeting with members of parliament two days before the Israeli attacks. Although Khamenei released a recorded video statement last week in which he claimed Iran had dealt 'a slap to America's face' by striking a US airbase in Qatar and warned against further attacks, Saturday's event was his first live public appearance since the 12-day conflict began.
