by Mike Krumboltz The mullet, the only haircut that's "business in the front and party in the back," has been the butt of many a joke. For the well-being of the nation, Iran banned its very existence. A buzzy article from the UK's Daily Telegraph explains the specifics. The list of acceptable men's haircuts that meet government approval comes from Iran's culture minister. Other hairstyles that appear to be banned include the ponytail and "elaborate spikes.