Iranian Rapper Tataloo Sentenced to Death for Blasphemy

Amir Tataloo, a controversial pioneer of Iranian rap, faces the death penalty after an appeal overturned his prior prison sentence.

Amir Tataloo, a 37-year-old Iranian rapper and cultural figure, has been sentenced to death by an Iranian court for charges including blasphemy and insulting the Prophet Muhammad.
The ruling comes after an appeal by the prosecutor overturned Tataloo's initial five-year prison sentence, with the court citing additional charges of promoting obscenity and opposing the Islamic Republic.
Tataloo, known for his provocative lyrics and extensive tattoos, had relocated to Turkey in 2018 but was extradited back to Iran in December 2024 following a judicial order.
His case has drawn attention due to his complex relationship with Iranian authorities, having both criticized and, at times, aligned with conservative elements of the regime in the past.
The verdict is not yet final and may be subject to further appeal, according to reports from Iranian media.