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Qais al-Sheikh Najib and Saba Mubarak are starring together in the 90-episode series "al-Rahma," their first collaboration since the 2012 drama "Zain." The production, currently filming in Istanbul, adapts a Turkish story into an Arabic treatment featuring an ensemble of Arab artists.
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Hamadeh Helal disclosed his wife's cancer diagnosis and surgery during a television interview, describing his decision to tell their youngest son the truth about her health condition to prepare him psychologically during treatment.Asma Jalal is preparing for her lead role in the family comedy-drama "Miss Hanaa," scheduled for Ramadan 2027 in 15 episodes, with Ahmed Khaled Saleh officially joining the cast.Jamila al-Mutairi, representing King Fahd National Library at the Algiers International Book Fair, presented a copy of her book "Reviving the Manuscript" to Saudi Arabia's ambassador to Algeria, Dr. Abdullah bin Nasir al-Bussairi.Zafir al-Abideen wrote, directed, and stars in the thriller film "Sophia," launching in Egyptian cinemas on Wednesday, 25 November, following a woman's journey from London to Tunisia to investigate her daughter's sudden disappearance.Muhammad Ramadan's Ramadan 2027 series "Ashmawi" will feature music by composer Omar Khayrat, with the drama following a character named Khalifa who executes death sentences in prison but faces personal family crises.Coming Up:
The Saudi Theater and Performing Arts Authority launches the campaign "Nahaiih wa Nahaiih" on Wednesday, touring six cities beginning with Riyadh and ending in Jeddah in December, featuring theatrical performances, traditional arts, puppetry, circus acts, and three interactive experiences.
Muhammad Abduh and Rabih Sakr released the patriotic song "Azm al-Saudi Ma Yaliin," with lyrics by Khalid al-Muraikh and music by Sakr, celebrating Saudi national identity and values.