The Bigamist

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Set in Tehran, the narrative explores the complexities of polygamy through Haaji Morteza's tumultuous marriage to two wives: the devoted Ashraf Khanum and the fiery Faati. As tensions rise, with Faati's jealousy and desire for dominance leading to a rivalry that escalates, the household becomes a battleground. Faati's pregnancy shifts the power dynamics, leaving Ashraf Khanum feeling abandoned. The plot thickens when Faati seeks revenge with the help of her father, resulting in catastrophic consequences that threaten their fragile family structure.