Mahmoud Salari

politician

Mahmoud Salari is the Deputy for Artistic Affairs at Iran's Ministry of Culture and Islamic Guidance. He has been involved in discussions surrounding the regulation of music in Iran, particularly addressing the ongoing challenges faced by Iranian rappers in obtaining performance licenses. In a recent statement, he clarified that no permits had been issued for rap music, emphasizing that any licenses granted were for pop music, even if the artists were known for their rap. His comments highlight the complexities of navigating musical expression within the regulatory framework of Iranian culture.