22.05.2025 10:40
Kerimcan Durmaz, who wanted to enter the Haydar Aliyev Martyrs' Memorial in Baku wearing a mini skirt, was not allowed inside by security due to his outfit being deemed inappropriate. The warning made in accordance with cultural sensitivities resonated widely on social media.
One of the most talked-about social media phenomena of a time, Kerimcan Durmaz, was released after a brief detention following an illegal betting investigation against him. After this period away from the public eye, Durmaz became the center of a different controversy during his cultural visit to Azerbaijan.
Kerimcan Durmaz, who wanted to visit the Haydar Aliyev Martyrs' Cemetery in Baku, was not allowed inside by security personnel due to his outfit, which included pink mini shorts. Moments when Durmaz was stopped at the door were recorded on a mobile phone, showing that the security officer did not permit entry with the warning, "Your outfit is not appropriate."
According to the dialogue captured in the footage, Kerimcan Durmaz, unable to hide his surprise, reacted to the situation by saying, "Oh, why can't we enter, let's get permission from you, who should we call?" It was heard that the officer politely refused entry by reminding him of the official dress code rules.
SENSITIVITY TO DRESS CODE IN MARTYRS' CEMETERIES IN AZERBAIJAN
Kerimcan Durmaz's being stopped by security while trying to enter a martyrs' cemetery in Azerbaijan wearing mini shorts has drawn attention to the rules in such areas. Although there is no official dress code regulation for martyrs' cemeteries and religious sites in Azerbaijan, simple and respectful clothing that covers the shoulders and knees is preferred in accordance with local culture and social sensitivities.