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Friday, August 14, 2026

Carol Samaha Joins Recording Academy, Grammy-Eligible

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Lebanese and Arab entertainment sectors are experiencing a wave of fresh creative partnerships and performance announcements. International collaborations are gaining traction, with established artists launching new projects while tribute productions and dramatic series continue to draw audiences across streaming and theatrical venues.

The period marks notable career transitions for several prominent figures, from new musical recordings to formal academy memberships and stage debuts in regional theatre productions.

Top Stories:

  • Jamal Sinan / Eagle Films production team — The producer shared behind-the-scenes photographs from filming of the Kuwaiti series "Al-Muhawalat al-Ashr" (The Ten Attempts), featuring actors from the cast during production in Kuwait. The series represents a cross-border Gulf production initiative.
  • Charbel Zoe and Magi Bou Ghosn design collaboration — Designer Charbel Zoe created a custom outfit merging elegance with athletic styling for actress Magi Bou Ghosn's participation in the theatrical production "Muntazah al-Khayran" (Kheiran Park) performed in Kuwait. The collaboration marks their first professional partnership.
  • Michel Horani joins "Hobb Ala Warraq" drama series — Lebanese actor Michel Horani enters the Syrian-Lebanese television series mid-production, portraying a character in a romantic storyline alongside Syrian actress Dima al-Jundi. The narrative involves a rekindling of a historical relationship.
  • Sayed al-Husayni, Egyptian reed musician, has died — The prominent oud and mizmar performer, recognized as a foundational figure in Egyptian folk music tradition, passed away. The musician's contribution to Arab musical heritage spanned decades of live and recorded performances.
  • Nasif Zeitoun performs Faqra concert — The singer held a full-capacity public performance at the historic Faqra fortress site in Lebanon, delivering selections from his catalogue to a gathered audience in the mountainous region.
  • Carol Samaha joins Recording Academy membership — The Lebanese artist formally became a member of the Recording Academy, marking institutional recognition within the international music industry framework. The status signifies eligibility for Grammy Award consideration.
  • Coming Up:

    Ali Yaghi prepares release of new single "Ruh Daall" in the coming weeks. The Adonis music group will perform a concert in Zouk Mikael featuring selections from their independent Arabic music catalogue.

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