The Shahs of Sunset premiered on Bravo in 2012. It followed a group of Persian-Americans living in Beverly Hills who balanced their careers and social lives with their families and cultural traditions.
Shahs of Sunset featured Reza Farahan, Golnesa Gharachedaghi, Sammy Younai, Asa Soltan Rahmati, Mike Shouhed, Mercedes Javid, and Lilly Ghalichi.
Mike Shouhed’s appearance on Shahs of Sunset
Mike joined Shahs of Sunset in season 1 through to season 9 as a main character.
He made his debut as a UCLA graduate and real estate agent who had lost money in the Las Vegas commercial real estate industry.
Legal battles
The reality TV star faced several legal battles during and after the show was cancelled. His most recent encounter with the law was in 2022 when his ex-fiancee, Paulina Ben-Cohen, reported him on allegations of domestic violence.
Paulina claims she was “viciously, brutally, and repeatedly assaulted and battered” by the Bravo star during a March 2022 incident at their Los Angeles home.
Videos have surfaced of Paulina being assaulted. The images, according to her, are from security footage that shows a man, who she identifies as Mike Souhed, beating her and dragging her around.
In 2024, Paulina filed a civil lawsuit seeking damages for the emotional and physical trauma she allegedly endured during the incident.
Personal and Professional Life After Reality TV
Mike has largely kept a low profile, with no clear updates on new business ventures or public appearances. Unlike some of his co-stars who have pursued other media opportunities, Mike has avoided the spotlight.
There is little indication of him re-entering reality TV or engaging in public-facing business projects.
What the future looks like for Mike
Mike seems to focus on resolving his legal matters and avoiding public controversies. The absence of any significant professional activity suggests that he might be taking time to reflect on his life after reality TV.
While Mike’s future remains uncertain, his ability to repair his public image will likely depend on how he navigates these personal and legal challenges.
Fans of Shahs of Sunset and former friends, like MJ, appear to be rooting for his recovery, but it remains to be seen if he will ever return to public life.