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The upcoming Ramadan television season is shaping into a competitive period with multiple drama series in production across the Arab region. A slate of established and emerging actors has signed on to star in 15-episode dramas, period pieces, and genre films set to air during the holy month.
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The children's theater production "Rakan Ya Ma Kan," a Kuwaiti heritage play, opens October 1 at the Al-Shorouk Society stage, blending traditional Gulf storytelling with youth-focused performance. The film "Al-Salayf" is in pre-production casting, having added actress Mimi Jamal to join Mona Shalaby and Hana Al-Zahid in the ensemble.