TV Series - Shahs of Sunset (2012)

About Shahs of Sunset

Shahs of Sunset is a reality television series that first premiered on Bravo in 2012. The show follows a group of Iranian American friends living in Beverly Hills (and the greater area known as "Tehrangeles"), who are juggling their active social lives and up-and-coming careers while balancing the demands of their families and traditions. The series offers an intriguing look into their lavish lifestyles and offers a perspective into the unique world of the Persian-American subculture and their journey to balance life, family, and work.

Making / Production

The "Shahs of Sunset" were produced by Ryan Seacrest Productions (RSP) and Bravo. The series was instantaneously a hit, standing out with its unique premise and engaging characters. The series also garnered attention for its raw and real depiction of Persian-American culture.

Actors

• Reza Farahan – Reza is a prominent real estate agent in Los Angeles. His flamboyant lifestyle and sharp wit made him an audience favorite.
• MJ Javid – MJ is a high-end real estate agent and longtime friend of Reza's. Her bond with Reza and struggles with her traditional upbringing were focal points in the series.
• Mike Shouhed – Mike, a commercial real estate agent, is often caught between his traditional Persian background and his love for the modern L.A. lifestyle.
• Asa Soltan Rahmati – Known as the "Persian Pop Priestess," Asa sought to find balance between her Persian roots and her love for the arts.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Shahs of Sunset" is executive produced by reality TV impresario Ryan Seacrest.
• The show, since its 2012 debut, has run for eight seasons and over 100 episodes on Bravo.
• The show sparked controversy within the Iranian-American community in Los Angeles, for its depiction of their culture.

Awards

The Shahs of Sunset hasn't won any official awards but has gained a considerable cult following and has paved the way for a more diverse representation of ethnic backgrounds in reality TV.

Quotes

• "My Persian culture is so important to me, I am proud of my heritage."
• "We don't work in buildings, we own them."

Music, Soundtrack

• The music on the "Shahs of Sunset," underscores the cultural mashup, with Western pop tracks often mixed with traditional Persian music.