Ep 1. 50 Shades of Shouhed

As the eighth season of Shahs of Sunset drew to a close, the Shahs were reunited to celebrate Mike's upcoming nuptials. However, despite the joyous occasion, tensions were high among the group and unresolved issues from the past continued to plague them. In the season nine premiere, titled "50 Shades of Shouhed," the Shahs are back and ready to embark on new adventures and tackle old demons.

The episode opens with Tommy and MJ preparing for the arrival of their baby boy, whom they named Shams. MJ reflects on her journey to motherhood and the challenges she faced during pregnancy. As she awaits the arrival of her friends, she can't help but feel anxious about the future of her friendships.

Meanwhile, the group gathers at Mike's newly renovated house to celebrate his upcoming wedding. Mike's fiancée Paulina is not on the best of terms with some of the other Shahs, particularly Reza and Golnesa. The tension between Golnesa and Paulina stems from a heated exchange on social media, where Golnesa accused Paulina of being opportunistic and fake. The argument went viral, causing a ripple effect among the group.

As the night progresses, Reza and Destiney have a heart-to-heart conversation about their friendship. Reza expresses his disappointment in how he felt abandoned by her during the last season. Destiney admits she was going through a rough patch and is grateful for Reza's continued support.

Meanwhile, MJ, Nema, and Mike take a dip in the pool while the others sit and chat. The conversation soon turns to relationships, and Shervin talks about his polyamorous lifestyle. He explains that he is in a committed relationship with two women and that it works for him. The others are surprised but supportive of Shervin's lifestyle, and they all reflect on their own experiences with relationships and marriage.

The episode concludes with the arrival of Golnesa, who feels uneasy about attending the party. She is nervous about seeing Paulina and hopes to clear the air with her. Golnesa approaches Paulina and apologizes for her past behavior. Paulina accepts her apology but admits that she is guarded and wary of Golnesa's intentions. The two agree to start fresh and move forward with a clean slate.

Overall, the season nine premiere of Shahs of Sunset sets the tone for what promises to be a drama-filled season. The Shahs are older and wiser, but their history and past conflicts continue to haunt them. Will they be able to put their differences aside and move forward, or will their friendships be irreparably damaged? Only time will tell.