Iranian actress Mandana Karimi expresses desire to leave India amid political tensions Iranian actress Mandana Karimi, who moved to India to pursue a Bollywood career, has stated she is leaving the country, citing a lack of voice and feeling homesick. Her comments come amid heightened tensions between Iran and Israel, with the UAE also drawn into the conflict. Karimi shared her decision during an interview with Bollywood Hungama, saying, “Yes, the moment this regime ends I will go. I am leaving India anyway. My bags are packed. I feel like I am breaking up with India, and it is very difficult for me. I came to India when I was very young and it has given me everything—my modelling, acting career, and the love and friends here.” Karimi emphasized her sense of isolation, stating, “I don’t have a voice in India. In these past two months, I have never felt so homesick and so lonely.” Her remarks reflect a broader sense of disillusionment, as she grapples with the political climate in the region. The actress also highlighted her emotional connection to India, acknowledging the country’s role in her professional and personal life. Her comments were amplified by her recent praise for U.S. President Donald Trump, whom she described as a “liberating figure” for Iran following the reported death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. On her Instagram Stories, Karimi shared a photo of Trump and wrote, “Dear Mr. President, Iranian people will remember you the way Israel remembers Cyrus the Great.” She drew a historical parallel between Trump and the 6th-century BC Persian emperor Cyrus the Great, known for his policies of tolerance and empire-building. By likening Trump to Cyrus, Karimi suggested he could symbolize a potential shift in Iran’s political landscape.#iran #israel #mandana_karimi #iranian_actress #bollywood_hungama
