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The Saudi National Falconry Center concluded its International Hunting and Falconry Exhibition 2026 in Riyadh, attracting 765,000 visitors over ten days, with a prized falcon selling for 1.4 million Saudi riyals. Simultaneously, Egypt's entertainment sector is gearing up for the competitive Ramadan 2027 drama season, with multiple productions in advanced stages of production and casting announcements dominating regional media coverage.
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Saudi Arabia's International Hunting and Falconry Exhibition 2026 — The National Falconry Center concluded the ten-day event at Riyadh's exhibition and conference center, drawing 765,000 visitors and achieving a record sale when a falcon identified as "Har Farakh" sold for 1.4 million Saudi riyals.Saudi Arabia at Frankfurt Book Fair 2026 — The Literature, Publishing and Translation Commission completed Saudi Arabia's participation in the Frankfurt International Book Fair in Germany through a comprehensive national pavilion and an extensive cultural program featuring seminars and discussions.Yaseen El-Saqqa hospitalized for surgery — Yaseen El-Saqqa, son of Egyptian actor Ahmed El-Saqqa, was transferred to a major Cairo hospital following an injury requiring anterior cruciate ligament surgery.Death of Ali Mubarak Al-Hajri — Ali Mubarak Muhammad Fahad Al-Hajri, son of Qatari businessman Mubarak Al-Hajri and stepson of Emirati singer Ahlam, passed away at age 33.Turkish stars reunite in new film — Turkish actresses Meryem Uzerli and Khalid Ergenc, known for "The Magnificent Century," are set to appear together in the film "Rabi'a Emrouz," scheduled for premiere at the Gouna Film Festival.Mohamed Ramadan reveals "Awshmawi" character — Egyptian actor Mohamed Ramadan unveiled his first image as the lead character in his new series "Awshmawi," which will compete in the Ramadan 2027 drama season, with production officially underway.Coming Up:
Ramadan 2027 drama season will feature multiple high-profile Egyptian productions, including "Awshmawi" (Mohamed Ramadan), "Najm Al-Mawsim" (Ahmed Fahmi), and works by other established actors competing for audience viewership. Several musical collaborations are also in development across the Gulf region.