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In this episode, we kick off our Shahs of Sunset Season 1 recap with Episode 1 — “Image Is Everything.” This series premiere introduces six Persian-American friends in Los Angeles who live in luxury, hustle in their careers, and juggle social pressures with cultural expectations. From dinner conversations and lavish pool festivities to biting commentary at a bridal store, the dynamics within the group quickly surface. Asa’s bold fashion choices make her feel like an outsider, MJ’s bitterness about marriage becomes front and center, and GG’s jealousy of Mike’s date sparks rumors and tension, hinting at complex relationships yet to unfold. This opening episode sets the tone for the rest of the season — where glamour, friendship, and cultural expectations collide in dramatic and unpredictable ways. 

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