Actor Mandana Karimi has been vocal about her concerns regarding the current situation in India amidst the US-Iran conflict. Born in Iran, she has relocated to Dubai and is learning to live again while continuing to carry Iran in her heart.
On her Instagram account, Mandana shared a series of snaps from her daily life, accompanied by notes that reflect her journey of healing and resilience. She emphasized that finding joy again doesn't make the struggle less real and that behind her smile lies a story of loss, resilience, and starting over.
In her caption, Mandana penned an emotional note, stating that she can carry heartbreak and hope simultaneously, fight for her people while rebuilding her life, and laugh while mourning. She added that nothing is normal, nothing is forgotten, and she is simply learning to live again.
Mandana had previously announced her departure from Mumbai, stating that she would be leaving behind her second home for new beginnings in Dubai. She has taken a break from acting in recent years, with her last appearance being in the 2022 Netflix film Thar.