Angelina Jolie 'lookalike' Sahar Tabar is ‘arrested on suspicion of blasphemy and instigating violence’ in Iran

Iran has arrested an Angelina Jolie 'lookalike' on suspicion of blasphemy and instigating violence after complaints about her Instagram posts.

Social media star Sahar Tabar, from Tehran, shot to prominence on Instagram after posting images of her eerily gaunt face, with some people saying her appearance resembled that of a 'zombie.'

The 22-year-old reportedly had 50 surgeries to make her look like the Oscar-winning actress, but she later confirmed most of her distinctive look was achieved through make-up and editing.

Tabar has been arrested on charges charges including blasphemy, inciting violence, gaining income through inappropriate means and encouraging youths to corruption, Tasnim news agency reported.