Director: Hamed Javadzadeh
Cast: Elika Abdolrazzaghi, Mohammad Alizadeh, Mohsen Sharifian, Amir Mehdi Jouleh
Sedato is a 2023 Iranian reality TV music competition series hosted by Siamak Ansari, directed by Hamed Javadzadeh. The show pairs a mystery-infused atmosphere with live musical challenges, drawing contestants into unexpected situations while four celebrity mentors guide the competition from the sidelines.
What is E03 about?
Each episode of Sedato places ordinary contestants at the center of an elaborate musical guessing game wrapped in theatrical suspense. Celebrities including Mohammad Alizadeh, Elika Abdolrazzaghi, Mohsen Sharifian, and Amir Mehdi Jouleh take turns steering participants through layered audio challenges, from identifying hidden voices to matching melodies across a range of Persian and Eastern musical styles. The format keeps both the audience and the contestants off-balance — the rules shift, the stakes surprise, and no two rounds feel the same. Rather than a straight singing contest, Sedato builds its tension through the puzzle element, rewarding sharp ears and musical memory as much as vocal talent. The result is a show that feels genuinely unpredictable from start to finish.
Cast & crew
The show is directed by Hamed Javadzadeh and hosted by Siamak Ansari, whose comedic timing keeps the pacing lively. The four celebrity panelists — singer Mohammad Alizadeh, actress and TV personality Elika Abdolrazzaghi, musician Mohsen Sharifian, and actor-comedian Amir Mehdi Jouleh — bring contrasting personalities that generate natural chemistry on screen.
Context & significance
For the Iranian diaspora, Sedato arrives as a rare mainstream entertainment format that leans into Persian musical heritage without taking itself too seriously. Reality competition TV has a strong following among Iranians at home and abroad, and Sedato stands apart by weaving mystery and humor into what might otherwise be a standard talent show. The eclectic musical range — from classic Persian pop to regional Eastern styles — reflects a breadth that resonates with viewers who grew up with diverse Iranian soundscapes. Watching familiar faces like Alizadeh and Sharifian operate outside their usual roles adds a layer of novelty. For families scattered across Canada, the US, and Europe, a show like Sedato functions as a shared cultural touchstone, something to stream together and talk about.
Where & how to watch
Sedato is available on K-Time with original Persian audio. You can stream it on the web browser, your television, or your phone — no VPN needed, no geo-blocking, and no extra download required. Start or cancel anytime.