Iranian star Parastoo Ahmadi reportedly sentenced to 74 lashes for singing without hijab

Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight members of her production team, including musicians, have reportedly been sentenced to 74 lashes each. The punishment is reportedly for performing in a concert that was livestreamed on Ahmadi’s YouTube channel in 2024.

According to court documents cited, the artists were convicted by the criminal court of Qom province. The charges include offending public decency through the production and publication of “vulgar and immoral content” on cyberspace platforms. In addition to the lashes, the sentence includes a two-year ban on leaving the country and a two-year prohibition on engaging in artistic activities.

The reported sentencing highlights the strict enforcement of social and cultural regulations in Iran. The case underscores the risks faced by artists who are perceived to be violating these codes, particularly concerning public performance and dress codes.