Updated On: 02 March, 2026 08:26 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Mandana Karimi criticised the Iranian regime, calling it a “cancerous cell” and recalling years of protests and loss in Iran. She said her “dil toot gaya” after seeing protests in India supporting the regime, expressing grief, anger and solidarity with Iranians seeking change

Mandana Karimi
Mandana Karimi has spoken out strongly about the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, expressing deep anguish over the situation in her homeland, Iran. The actor, who rose to fame in India with appearances on Bigg Boss 9 and Lock Upp, did not hold back while sharing her views on the Iranian regime and recent protests in India.
In a candid interaction, Mandana reflected on the years of unrest faced by ordinary Iranians. “For years, people inside Iran have protested with our bare hands,” she said. “We have lost people. We have lost mothers, kids, universities, the list just goes on and on.” She emphasised that the suffering of civilians has been long and painful, adding that many have been pleading with the global community for support.