Dariush Mehrjui, acclaimed Iranian filmmaker, and his wife, Vahideh Mohammadifar, were tragically stabbed to death at their home near Tehran. The chief justice of Alborz province reported that both victims suffered multiple stab wounds to the neck. Mehrjui had reportedly invited his daughter for dinner but was found dead along with his wife upon her arrival. Police noted no signs of forced entry, but traces believed to be linked to the murderer were discovered. Earlier, Mehrjui’s wife had mentioned threats and a burglary. The investigation is ongoing, revealing a shocking and distressing incident in the Iranian film community.