Actor Mehran Ghafourian reacts to Gaza tragedy

As Israeli attacks on Gaza intensify, Iranian actor Mehran Ghafourian has publicly expressed his grief and outrage over the killing of children in the conflict.

In a heartfelt social media story, Ghafourian wrote:

“I didn’t want to upset you. But I have a daughter—and I cried. May God not forgive you. God, please end this suffering of the children.”

Ghafourian’s message reflects his deep sorrow and paternal empathy for the innocent victims in Gaza, especially the children.

Known for his comedic roles, Ghafourian used his platform to draw attention to the humanitarian crisis, joining a growing number of Iranian artists speaking out against the violence.

iFilm viewers may recognize Ghafourian from popular films such as ‘Charlatan’ and ‘Best Friends’, as well as TV series like ‘Snowy Mountains’ and ‘Flat Tire’.