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Broadcast Pro
28-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Asharq Documentary and Asharq Discovery announce exclusive Ramadan line-up
A fresh take on the Ramadan content offerings, bringing a mix of history, culture and investigative content, including newly released originals, exclusives and returning favourites. Asharq Documentary and Asharq Discovery have announced an exclusive selection of documentaries, factual programmes and insightful content for the month of Ramadan. Viewers can enjoy a variety of content for free across Asharq's TV channels—Asharq Discovery and Asharq Documentary—as well as on digital platforms, social media and the Asharq VOD service, NOW . Leading this year's lineup, Asharq Documentary presents two original productions that explore cultural and historical narratives. Saudi Mosques delves into the restoration of historic mosques in Saudi Arabia under the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Project, highlighting efforts to preserve architectural and cultural heritage. Expanding its diverse offerings, Asharq Documentary introduces two exclusive new titles. Fasting: The New Investigation examines the growing global trend of fasting, from detox regimens to intermittent fasting, shedding light on its health benefits and scientific debates. Royal Table takes viewers on a culinary journey, uncovering the history and cultural significance of royal feasts from around the world. The lineup also includes a range of health-focused documentaries, including Our Brain , which explores discoveries about the human mind, and The Nature Effect , which reveals how nature positively impacts physical and mental well-being. Asharq Discovery also brings an engaging mix of programmes this Ramadan, blending entertainment with informative content. A returning favourite, The Critics , now in its third season, features top Saudi critics offering daily reviews and insights on Ramadan dramas. Additionally, Fatafeat's popular cooking show Matbakh Manal Al Alem remains a highlight, available for free viewing. Asharq's NOW library further expands the Ramadan offering with some of Asharq Discovery's best original titles, including Bassma , Food Tales , Test Drive Riyadh , In Other News and Diet Master . Covering themes from true crime and inspiring stories to food, cinema, business and health, the platform ensures a diverse viewing experience throughout the holy month. Speaking about the shows, Mohammed Al Yousei, General Manager of Asharq Discovery and Asharq Documentary, commented: 'The entertainment industry is witnessing a significant shift in audience preferences, with a notable increase in demand for non-drama and documentary content. At Asharq, we are leading this shift by redefining factual entertainment—offering audiences an alternative to traditional Ramadan viewing with investigative storytelling, cultural explorations, and inspiring narratives. With our multiplatform offering, we ensure that premium content is more accessible than ever, meeting the evolving tastes of today's viewers.'
Broadcast Pro
12-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Asharq Discovery brings ‘Shark Week' to MENA for first time in Arabic
Starting Sunday, February 16, Asharq Discovery will air two hours per day from 9:00-11:00pm KSA time, and on the VOD platform NOW. Asharq Discovery has announced the first-ever Arabic-dubbed and subtitled broadcast and streaming of Shark Week . Hosted by John Cena, this series will air exclusively on Asharq Discovery and its VOD platform, NOW—completely free-to-view. From encounters with apex predators to deep-sea expeditions, Shark Week is now accessible in Arabic for the first time. Starting Sunday, February 16, the series will air two hours nightly from 9:00–11:00 PM KSA time. Each episode features footage, expert insights and never-before-seen discoveries, taking viewers on explorations such as the search for 6,000-pound great white sharks in New Zealand, investigations into shark behaviours and feeding frenzies, and deep-sea dives to find the elusive Japanese angel shark. The series also delves into expeditions uncovering WWII shipwrecks in shark-infested waters, research into newly identified species of hammerhead sharks, and chilling analyses of shark attacks captured through underwater photography and historical archives. The lineup combines cutting-edge technology, expert research, and high-adrenaline action, offering a fresh perspective on shark science and conservation. Shark Week kicks off on Sunday with 6000lb Shark and Great White Danger Zone . Monday takes audiences deep into the unknown with Alien Sharks: Ghosts of Japan and Sharktopia . On Tuesday, the focus shifts to intense predator activity with Belly of the Beast: Bigger & Bloodier and Shark Frenzy Mating Games . Wednesday presents the terrifying realities of shark encounters in Deadliest Bite and Caught! When Sharks Attack . Thursday's episodes explore history and mythology with Expedition Unknown: Shark Wrecks of WWII and Shark God Island . On Friday, researchers investigate rare species in Monster Hammerheads: Species X and Mothersharker: Hammer Time . The week concludes on Saturday with epic predator battles in Jaws Vs Leviathan and Makozilla . Audiences can tune in via Arabsat, Nilesat, social media platforms, or stream on NOW, Asharq Discovery's VOD service.
