Many political leaders and film personalities have extended their condolences. Among them, actor Soori paid a heartfelt tribute, reminiscing about his bond with Manoj. "I used to talk to Manoj often.

Iranian youth light fireworks during the Wednesday Fire celebration (Chahar Shanbeh Soori) in a park in Tehran, Iran March 18, 2025. (credit: MAJID ASGARIPOUR/WANA) The regime’s attempts to ...