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Actor Ahmad Maki prepares for a comedic stage production titled "In Another Place" running from November 11 to 15 at Bakr Al-Shiddi Theater in Boulevard City, Riyadh, as part of the Riyadh Season program. The ensemble cast includes Mostafa Gharib and Mostafa Khater, with production by Alaa Al-Ghazali.
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Maajed Al-Mohannads video — A circulating video showing the Iraqi artist kissing the ground upon landing sparked widespread speculation about his arrival in Iraq for an upcoming concert in Baghdad. The footage generated significant social media engagement regarding his emotional connection to his homeland and audience.Anis Rabea and his father — Media personality Azza Mustafa hosted child preacher Anis Rabea, known as "the young preacher," alongside his father Dr. Mustafa Rabea, a preacher at Al-Azhar. The appearance came after Anis gained attention for sitting in the chair of the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar.Abdelraheem Kamal health update — Screenwriter and dramatist Abdelraheem Kamal disclosed that he experienced a serious health crisis on his birthday, posting on Facebook that he spent the day "in God's hands." He thanked well-wishers and requested prayers for his full recovery and announced an upcoming series titled "Qasid Kareem."Al-Shami releases "Taa" — Syrian artist Al-Shami released a new song titled "Taa" across YouTube and digital music platforms, blending themes of longing, yearning, and separation. He accompanied the release with an Instagram post discussing the solitude and sadness that inspired the work.Bushra dismisses conflict rumors — Actress Bushra denied reports of a dispute with Ashraf Zaki, head of the Actors Syndicate, stating through Instagram that he is a benefactor to numerous artists including herself and confirming her respect and appreciation for his positions supporting union members.Elissa becomes EQUAL Arabia ambassador — Spotify named Lebanese star Elissa the ambassador for the EQUAL Arabia program for October, appearing on the cover of the EQUAL Arabia playlist and displayed on the Times Square billboard in New York on October 29 to highlight prominent Arab voices in global music.Coming Up:
The eleventh edition of the Sharm El-Sheikh International Youth Theater Festival runs from November 1 to 5, with the 2027 Ramadan season set to feature competing drama series including "Eshmawy" starring Muhammad Ramadan and "Sultan Al-Dib" starring Ahmad Al-Awadi. Amira Adib will release a new musical collaboration with rapper Flex on November 4.