TEHRAN: A popular Iranian actress has found herself at the center of a dispute over feminism after cameras appeared to capture a “women power” symbol tattooed on her arm.
Taraneh Alidoosti’s tattoo was seen sneaking from under her sleeve this week as she addressed reporters after returning from the Cannes Film Festival, where her latest film “The Salesman” won two awards.
The images sparked intrigue and intense debate on Iran’s colorful social media scene.
Some media claimed the pictures were fake while some online commentators accused her of advocating feminism — which is viewed negatively among hard-line conservatives in Iran.
Others said she was promoting the right for women to have abortions.
Alidoosti, 32, explained on Twitter the meaning of the “Feminist Fist” symbol, reminding fans in another update that she had previously explained that she viewed feminism as being about “showing unity and fairness.”
Tattoo lands Iranian actress in controversy
Tattoo lands Iranian actress in controversy
