Iranian cinema: highlights from past week

In a week brimming with new releases and updates, the Iranian cinema scene is filled with anticipation and excitement.

Here's a look at the latest developments:

1. Screening license issued for Saeed Soheili's new production

The eagerly awaited film ‘Money and Party’, co-produced by Sina Mehrad and Soheili, has received its screening license.

Set to hit cinemas across the country soon, the film stars Saed Soheili and Pardis Ahmadiyeh in the lead roles, with additional cast members to be announced shortly.

‘Money and Party’ is believed to be one of the highest-grossing films of the year.

2. Poster released for 'Love Passion', soon to hit cinemas

The film ‘Love Passion’, which depicts the journey of the Karbala prisoners' caravan from Kufa to Sham, will be released in cinemas nationwide during Muharram and Safar, the first and second months of the Islamic lunar calendar.

Written, directed, and produced by Darioush Yari, the film will premiere on July 3.

"Salma must speak for the Karbala prisoners to preserve the truth. She must reach the people before Shimr and his soldiers to prevent them from misleading people. She joins the caravan to avenge his father's murder," reads as a synopsis of the flick.

The film features an ensemble cast, including Shohreh Mousavi, Payam Ahmadinia, Mehdi Zaminpardaz, Siamak Safari, Nader Fallah, and Alireza Ostadi.

‘Love Passion’ has already garnered critical acclaim, winning the Crystal Simorgh for Best Interfaith Film at the 42nd Fajr International Film Festival.

3. 'Texas 3' tops box office

In the past week, ‘Texas 3’ emerged as the best-selling movie, drawing 383,000 viewers to the cinemas.

The comedy film ‘Don't Be Embarrassed 2: Separation of Qanbar from Sanam’ secured the second spot.

Meanwhile, ‘Intoxicated by Love’ and ‘Bloody Crocodile’ continue to maintain steady sales.

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