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The Emirati psychological thriller Hawba is now available on Starzplay after earning the highest box office returns for a UAE horror film and winning best horror film at Fantastic Fest in the United States.
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Hawba — The Emirati horror and psychological thriller has completed its theatrical run and international festival circuit to debut on the Starzplay streaming platform. The film previously set records as the highest-grossing horror and psychological thriller film produced in the UAE and received the best horror film award at Fantastic Fest in the United States.Jihan Al-Shammashirji marries Ibrahim Al-Najjari — Egyptian actress Jihan Al-Shammashirji wed cinematographer Ibrahim Al-Najjari on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at a Cairo ceremony attended by family members and close friends. The couple previously collaborated on the short film Qaflah, which premiered in 2025 and starred Sedki Sakhr.Walid Al-Halani detained over fatal hit-and-run in Beirut — Lebanese authorities arrested Walid Al-Halani, son of musician Assi Al-Halani, following a fatal traffic incident in Beirut on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, in which his vehicle struck a pedestrian who later died from injuries. The musician's media office stated he was surprised by a person crossing the road in darkness.Nine restored Naguib Mahfouz films at Cairo Festival — The Cairo International Film Festival will screen nine restored films adapted from works by the late novelist Naguib Mahfouz as part of its restored Egyptian classics section. The festival aims to provide new generations access to these works and highlight the connection between Egyptian literature and cinema.Mohamed Ramadan records duet songs with international artists — Mohamed Ramadan has begun recording multiple duet tracks with international musicians for imminent release, building on the success of his collaboration with Essam Sasa on the song "Your Brother Is the Front," which accumulated 2.6 million YouTube views within three days of its release.Port Said Film Festival honors Hussein Fahmi — The Port Said International Film Festival announced it will honor actor Hussein Fahmi during its second edition in 2026, recognizing his extended career and contributions to Egyptian cinema.Coming Up:
The Port Said International Film Festival's second edition, dedicated to actor Salah Dhu Al-Faqar, begins December 1, 2026, with focus on Egyptian cinema history and notable figures.