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The film "Hadouta" starring Ahmed Helmy set a new single-day box office record for an Egyptian film outside holiday periods on Friday, earning 12.2 million pounds. The film has accumulated 24.09 million pounds across its first three days in Egyptian cinemas and tops Arab box office rankings.
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Season two of "Dawlat Al-Tilawa" launches with eight competitors — The Ministry of Endowments announced the participants for the second episode of the Quranic recitation competition, including Mohamed Abdel-Rahman Al-Koumi from Al-Gharbia, Youssef Al-Sawwaf from Al-Fayoum, and six others. The inaugural episode aired Friday evening under the theme "Al-Latif" (The Subtle).Khalid Kamal marries in family ceremony attended by entertainment figures — The actor held his wedding celebration Saturday in a simple family setting with close relatives and entertainment industry friends including actor Mohamed Shaheen, producer Amir Salah El-Din, and screenwriter Tamer Habib.Cinematographer Mohsen Ahmed expresses dissatisfaction over Cairo Film Festival exclusion — The director of photography stated he did not receive an invitation to the 47th Cairo International Film Festival, currently chaired by actor Hussein Fahmy, and voiced his displeasure on social media.Cairo Film Festival short film program opens with five international works — Screenings begin Saturday at 4 p.m. on the main stage at the Egyptian Opera House, featuring selections from Egypt, Lebanon, France, the United States, China, and Argentina exploring themes of memory, war, childhood, and identity.Heba Taji performs at Al-Fustat Winter Festival with composer Osama Al-Rahbani — The Lebanese artist delivered an operatic concert in an ancient Cairo garden setting Saturday, blending classical Arabic music with contemporary vocal performance.Reader Sheikh Awed Al-Fardi moves judges during "Dawlat Al-Tilawa" debut — The 91-year-old competitor from the opening episode impressed the panel and audience with his Quranic recitation, leading judge Mustafa Husni to kiss his hand in emotion.Coming Up:
The 47th Cairo International Film Festival continues through November, with additional short film programs and industry panels scheduled throughout the week. A new Lego Icons Jaguar E-Type model with 1,673 pieces and retractable roof launches for collectors and enthusiasts of classic British automobiles.