Шахрияр is a character from the famous collection of Middle Eastern folk tales known as One Thousand and One Nights. He is depicted as a king who, after being betrayed by his wife, decides to marry a new woman each day and execute her the following morning to prevent further betrayal. The story of Шахрияр takes a turn when he marries Scheherazade, a clever storyteller who devises a plan to save herself. She tells him captivating stories each night, leaving them unfinished to keep him intrigued, ultimately leading to a transformation in his character and perspective on love and trust.