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Actor Muhammad Ali Razzaq announced the death of his uncle Karam Abdel Hamid Abdel Jawad Amara through a Facebook post, asking followers to recite Al-Fatiha and pray for mercy on the deceased. Separately, Razzaq clarified the characterization of Nadia, the role played by Saba Mubarak in the drama serial "Crime in Zamalek," describing her performance as intelligent.
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Actress Yosra attended the opening ceremony of the 47th Cairo International Film Festival in a custom haute couture emerald green gown with exposed sleeves, designed by Rami Al-Ali and priced at approximately 300,000 Egyptian pounds. The ensemble paired satin and embroidered fabrics, accessorized with gold heels and diamond jewelry.Sheikh Muhammad Mahmoud Al-Tablawi's birthday was commemorated on November 14, marking what would have been his 90th year; he was born in 1934 and died in May 2020 after becoming one of Egypt's most recognized Quranic reciters and establishing his reputation across the Islamic world through distinctive voice control and mastery of melodic transitions.Lebanese singer Heba Toji performed at Al-Fisatawy Gardens in Old Cairo alongside Lebanese composer Osama Al-Rahbani during the Al-Fisatawy Winter Festival, presenting a musical experience blending classical Arab music with operatic elements.Producer Hisham Suleiman announced plans to establish a museum of Egyptian cinema artifacts, disclosing that he already owns items featured in films including the necklace from "Harab Atalia" and other props that became central to their narratives.Abdelrahman Abu Fayed, a contestant labeled "Young Al-Husary" on the second season of "Dawlat Al-Tilawa," disclosed he began memorizing the Quran at age six and has modeled his recitation style after Sheikh Mahmoud Khalil Al-Husary's interpretations since childhood.At age 91, Awad Al-Firdawsi became the eldest contestant on "Dawlat Al-Tilawa" season two, fulfilling a decades-old ambition to compete in Quranic competitions that first arose in the 1960s; Minister of Endowments Osama Al-Azhari embraced and kissed him following his performance.Coming Up:
The second season of "Dawlat Al-Tilawa" continues with weekly episodes featuring Quranic reciters competing before a judging panel that includes the Minister of Endowments. The Cairo International Film Festival concludes its 47th edition with additional cultural forums and filmmaker discussions scheduled through the closing ceremony.