Tehran Taboo

Pari finds herself in a desperate situation, unable to obtain a divorce due to her unyielding husband's refusal. Coerced into prostitution, she must navigate her dire circumstances while trying to protect her young son, Elias, who is often present during her ordeals.

In a brave move, Pari approaches a judge at the Islamic Revolutionary Court to request a divorce. Despite her husband's objections, the judge suggests an alternative solution involving a concubine arrangement, which sets the stage for Pari's next steps.

After her meeting with the judge, Pari is offered an apartment that the judge owns. When she moves in, she meets Sara and her husband, leading to an unexpected friendship amid shared struggles.

Parallel to Pari's plight, Donya confides in Babak about her upcoming marriage to another man. Their love faces societal pressures, compelling them to pursue a risky and illegal procedure to restore Donya's virginity before her wedding.

With the pressure mounting, Donya and Babak scramble to gather funds for the virginity restoration procedure. This outrageous predicament highlights the extreme lengths they are willing to go due to cultural expectations.

Donya reveals to Pari that her marriage is merely a facade and that she is being sold to a trafficker bound for Dubai. The shocking truth underscores the darker aspects of their reality and the crisis affecting women in their society.

As tensions rise, Sara becomes the victim of a prank call made by Pari, which places a sexually explicit request on her phone. This ill-fated joke is soon traced back to Pari, creating dire consequences for Sara.

Following the prank call incident, Sara's husband banishes her from their home. This decision sends Sara into a downward spiral, showcasing the impact of societal judgments on individuals facing crises.

Devastated by her situation, Sara takes her own life, a heartbreaking culmination of her struggles. This tragic event serves as a grim reminder of the harsh realities faced by women like Pari and Sara.

In the aftermath of Sara's death, Babak decides to flee the country in search of freedom. His choice reflects the harsh decision-making many individuals must confront due to the oppressive nature of their society.