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Muscat Daily
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Muscat Daily
The Seven Dogs film begins production
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – The highly anticipated Saudi Arabian action film 'The Seven Dogs' has begun production in Riyadh, marking a significant milestone in the country's growing film industry. Directed by internationally acclaimed duo Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, known for their work on 'Bad Boys for Life', the film features Egyptian cinema icons Karim Abdel Aziz and Ahmed Ezz in the lead roles. Conceived by Turki al Sheikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, 'The Seven Dogs' is an action-packed thriller with a budget exceeding $40 million, making it the largest Arabic film production to date. The screenplay is written by Mohamed El Dabbah, who has previously worked on the popular Saudi TV series 'The Eight'. The plot centres around Khalid al Azzazi, an Interpol officer, who is forced to team up with Ghali Abu Dawood, a member of a global crime syndicate known as '7 Dogs,' to stop the spread of a dangerous new drug called 'Pink Lady' across the Middle East. Their uneasy alliance sends them on a high-stakes mission to dismantle the criminal organisation, spanning multiple international cities including Mumbai and Shanghai. The film will be the first to be shot at the newly opened Big Time al Hosn Studios in Riyadh, which will serve as a stand-in for the various global locations featured in the plot. The project is being produced by Sela, the production company owned by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, which has been increasingly active in entertainment and sports investments. Abdel Aziz and Ezz previously starred together in the period drama 'Kira & El Gin', one of Egypt's highest-grossing films. Their collaboration on 'The Seven Dogs' is highly anticipated, adding to the buzz surrounding the film's release. Set for a theatrical release in late 2025, 'The Seven Dogs' is expected to raise the profile of Saudi cinema and further cement the kingdom's growing role as a hub for high-budget, international film prodctions.
Arab News
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Saudi-shot action thriller ‘Seven Dogs' drops first-look images
DUBAI: First images for Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah Saudi-shot action thriller 'Seven Dogs' have dropped as the production shoots outside the capital of Riyadh. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ The $40 million project from the 'Bad Boys for Life' directorial duo is being shot at the newly inaugurated Alhisn Big Time Studios in Riyadh, one of the Middle East and North Africa region's biggest film and television production facilities, with additional filming at Riyadh Boulevard. Riyadh will also serve as a stand-in for multiple international cities, including Mumbai and Shanghai. The thriller is based on an original story by Turki Alalshikh, chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority. Egyptian stars Karim Abdel Aziz ('The Blue Elephant,' 'Kira & El Gin,' 'Abu Ali') and Ahmed Ezz ('Kira & El Gin,' 'The Cell,' 'Welad Rizk') headline the action film. Ezz plays Interpol officer Khalid Al-Azzazi who apprehends Ghali Abu Dawood (Aziz), a high-ranking member of the clandestine global crime syndicate known as Seven Dogs. A year later, the organization resurfaces, trafficking a dangerous new drug — Pink Lady — across the Middle East. With time running out, Khalid reluctantly joins forces with Ghali, the only person with intimate knowledge of the syndicate's operations. Their uneasy alliance propels them on a high-stakes mission across multiple global cities as they strive to dismantle the organization and prevent the drug from flooding Arab streets. 'Seven Dogs' is slated for a late 2025 release.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Bad Boys for Life' Directors Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah to Make Movie About Tragic True Story of Black Student's Death in Fraternity Hazing (EXCLUSIVE)
'Bad Boys for Life' filmmakers Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah are set to direct a film about the tragic true story of Sanda Dia, a Black student who died in 2018 after enduring a violent fraternity hazing ritual at an elite university in Belgium. Brussels-based production company Komoko, founded by Nabil Ben Yadir and Marc Goyens, is producing the film. More from Variety Cannes Movie 'Rebel' From 'Bad Boys For Life' Directors Adil El Arbi, Bilall Fallah, Sells to Yellow Veil for North America (EXCLUSIVE) 'Ms. Marvel' Directors Tease New Hollywood Project, Discuss Brendan Fraser's Oscar Buzz Reviving 'Batgirl' 'Batgirl' Directors: We Were Blocked From Accessing Footage After Studio Canceled Movie Penned by El Arbi and Fallah, the script was inspired by the books penned by Dia's father, Ousmane (Papis) Dia, 'ze hebben mijn zoon vermoord' ('They Killed My Son'), and 'De doop die leidde tot de dood' ('The Baptism That Led to Death') by journalist Pieter Huyberechts. Dia was 20 years old when he died in the hazing ritual at the Catholic University of Leuven, where he was forced by members of an elite – and mostly white — fraternity to swallow a live goldfish, and drink large amount of fish oil and alcohol during a brutal initiation ritual. Dia collapsed and died in a hospital two days later after suffering News Dia's death sparked uproar in Belgium and call for justice as the 18 members of the fraternity who were involved in the hazing didn't receive a prison sentence and were instead sentenced between 200 and 300 hours of community service, and fined about $430 each. 'Like everyone else, we were in shock of what happened to Sanda during those two days,' said El Arbi and Fallah on the project. 'When we got in touch with his father, Papis Dia, we were impressed by his courage and his willpower to fight for justice. This film is a love letter from him to Sanda. We recognize ourselves in Sanda and our parents in Papis,' said the directors. The untitled project marks a milestone for Komoko which was 'founded with a mission to support bold and visionary filmmakers,' said the company. The outfit recently produced 'Têtes Brûlées' by Maja-Ajmia Yde Zellama, which premiered at the Berlinale Generation section earlier this week. The company's ambitious slate includes the feature debut of celebrated choreographer Sidi Larbi Cherkaoui. The producers are meeting potential partners for the untitled project at the Berlinale. El Arbi and Fallah recently directed 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' and 'Gangstas,' the coming-of-age tale of Jamal 'Juice Sinclair' and his rise to fame. Best of Variety New Movies Out Now in Theaters: What to See This Week Grammy Predictions, From Beyoncé to Kendrick Lamar: Who Will Win? Who Should Win? What's Coming to Netflix in February 2025
Morocco World
18-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Morocco World
Rising Star Ambar Tesoudali: From Kickboxing Champion to Silver Screen Debut
Doha – Ambar Tesoudali, the 13-year-old Moroccan-Belgian kickboxing prodigy and promising champion from Borgerhout, Belgium, has made her debut in the highly anticipated film 'Patsers 2,' which premiered on February 17 in Antwerp. Initially selected by actress Nora Gharib for a role that was later removed from the script, Tesoudali still contributed to the production through her boxing expertise and served as a stand-in for Gharib. The film, directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, known for directing 'Bad Boys for Life,' features Matteo Simoni reprising his role as Adamo. The sequel to the 2018 film 'Patser' takes a darker turn in exploring Antwerp's drug world, with production handled by The Searchers company. At the premiere, Tesoudali reunited with cast members including Nora Gharib, Junes Lazaar, Jennifer Heylen, and Said Boumazoughe, a Moroccan-Belgian actor who has become an inspiration for young people. The event drew notable attendees, including Antwerp Mayor Bart De Wever, Paul Jambers, and filmmaker Jan Verheyen. Read also: Five Biggest Moroccan Athlete Wins in ONE Championship in 2024 The young athlete's involvement in 'Patsers 2' follows her recent victory at the International Fight Promotion (IFP) championship in Germany, where she claimed the youth title in the 46 kg category in December 2024. Tesoudali began her martial arts journey with taekwondo at age five before transitioning to kickboxing at eight, earning recognition from legendary kickboxers Ernesto Hoost, who dubbed her the 'queen of the ring,' and Andy Sauwer. 'Patsers 2' is set for nationwide release in Belgian cinemas on February 19. The film's story, developed with input from crime journalist Joris van der Aa, blends fiction with real events from Antwerp's criminal underworld. While the directors were unable to attend the premiere due to commitments in Saudi Arabia, the film showcases their evolution as filmmakers despite working with a significantly smaller budget than their Hollywood projects. The film also features performances from Pommelien Thijs, Ward Kerremans, Louis Talpe, Geert Van Rampelberg, and Dutch actors Yolanthe Cabau and Soundos El Ahmadi. Tags: Belgian CinemaMoroccan TalentYouth Sports
Egypt Today
17-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
Ahmed Ezz & Hannah El Zahed: A Highly Anticipated First-Time Duo in ‘The Seven Dogs'
In the past few hours, there has been widespread buzz surrounding the first images of stars Ahmed Ezz and Hannah El Zahed on the set of 'The Seven Dogs', which is being filmed entirely at El Hesn Big Time Studios in Saudi Arabia. The newly released images reveal some intimate scenes, including a romantic dance between Ahmed Ezz and Hannah El Zahed, sparking curiosity about their characters' relationship in the film. Fans of both actors reacted enthusiastically, speculating that the movie would feature a powerful love story between them. This collaboration comes after a series of successful projects for Ahmed Ezz and Hannah El Zahed, further fueling excitement for their first on-screen pairing. Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, shared the images on his official Facebook page, praising the film's massive production scale. He wrote: 'The Seven Dogs will be a landmark in the history of Arab cinema, God willing… Stay tuned in 2025 for the biggest Arab production to date.' Classified as an action-thriller, the film boasts a star-studded cast of Arab and international actors, including Karim Abdel Aziz, Ahmed Ezz, Hannah El Zahed, Sayed Ragab, Nasser Al-Qasabi, and Tara Emad. It is directed by internationally acclaimed filmmakers Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, known for 'Bad Boys for Life'. Turki Al-Sheikh wrote the story in collaboration with the Big Time team, while Mohamed El-Dabbah penned the screenplay and dialogue. With a budget exceeding $40 million, The Seven Dogs is set to be the largest Arab production to date.
