Biography of Puri Banai: The Untold Story of Betrayal, Success, and Love

Relationship with Behrouz Voshoghi and Betrayal by Gogoosh

A significant chapter in the biography of Puri Banai is her six-year engagement to fellow actor Behrouz Voshoghi. Their love story began on the set of the 1966 film “Goodbye Tehran,” directed by Samuel Khachikian, and quickly blossomed into a serious relationship. They became one of Iranian cinema’s most beloved couples, often appearing together on-screen. However, their engagement ended in a dramatic turn when Gogoosh, a famous singer and once close friend of Puri, revealed her relationship with Behrouz Voshoghi. This revelation led to their separation, a betrayal that left a deep scar on Puri’s personal life. Despite the heartbreak, Puri chose to stay single and devoted herself to her work and philanthropy.