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See - Sada Elbalad
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- See - Sada Elbalad
Khaled El Nabawy to Participate in Ramadan 2026 Drama Marathon
Yara Sameh Famed Egyptian actor Khaled El Nabawy is preparing for a new TV series, which he plans to participate in during the Ramadan 2026 drama marathon. The series hails from director Youssr Taher and witnesses El Nabawy's comeback to the drama marathon after opting to skip this season. He made his last participation in the marathon with the 2024 TV adaptation of the 1972 film "Embratoreyet Meem" (Empire M). The 1972 film follows Mona (Faten Hamama), a widow raising her six kids besides her work. She gradually falls in love with businessman Ahmed (Ahmed Mazhar) but doesn't give in to her feelings easily being torn apart between her devotion to her children and her future with Ahmed. The film featured a cast that included Faten Hamama, Ahmed Mazhar, Hesham Selim, Dawlat Abyad, Ali Gawhar, Saif Abo El Naga, Nagyat Kandel, and others. Filmmaker Hussein Kamal directed the pic from a script by Ihsan Abd al-Qudus and Mustafa Samy. In the TV adaptation, it follows Mukhtar, who is left to care for his six children after losing his wife. He must navigate their changing needs and perspectives while also choosing between his children's lives and the person to whom his heart is attached. The drama also stars Hala Shiha, Nour El-Nabawy, Nashwa Moustafa, Mahmoud Hafez, Mohamed Mahmoud Abdulaziz, Rasha Mahdi, Eman Al Sayyed, Hagar ElSarrag, and more. The reimagining, consisting of 30 episodes, was directed by Mohamed Salama and written by Mohamed Suleiman Abdel Malek. Aroma Studios is the studio behind the series. read more New Tourism Route To Launch in Old Cairo Ahmed El Sakka-Led Play 'Sayidati Al Jamila' to Be Staged in KSA on Dec. 6 Mandy Moore Joins Season 2 of "Dr. Death" Anthology Series Don't Miss These Movies at 44th Cairo Int'l Film Festival Today Amr Diab to Headline KSA's MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 Festival Arts & Culture Mai Omar Stuns in Latest Instagram Photos Arts & Culture "The Flash" to End with Season 9 Arts & Culture Ministry of Culture Organizes four day Children's Film Festival Arts & Culture Canadian PM wishes Muslims Eid-al-Adha News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Arts & Culture Lebanese Media: Fayrouz Collapses after Death of Ziad Rahbani Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results
CairoScene
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
10 Iconic Faten Hamama Fashion Moments
On and off screen, Hamama's fashion was architectural: every pleat considered, every fabric an assertion of grace. May 29, 2025 Known as The Lady of the Arabic Screen, Faten Hamama authored an era. Across five decades, from her breakout in Yom Sa'id (1939) at just seven years old, to her powerful return in Ard El-Ahlam (1993), Hamama not only held a mirror to Egypt's social evolution, she did it in velvet gowns and flawless midi dresses. She was the sartorial conscience of Arab cinema — always composed, rarely loud, and never not in control. Hamama starred in over 90 films, but it's Sira' Fi Al-Wadi (1954), The Nightingale's Prayer (1959), and Imbratoriyat Meem (1972) that crystallised her as a force — politically resonant, emotionally vast, and visually enduring. On and off screen, her fashion was architectural: every pleat considered, every fabric an assertion of grace without submission. So, to mark her birthday week, we crack open the archives and pull 10 of her most quietly revolutionary looks — from Nasser-era Cairo to post-war Paris, from the screen to the street, where her impact lives on in moodboards and memory. The 60s Midi Dress A-line but assertive, Hamama's '60s midi balanced mod energy with maternal elegance. Not quite Jackie O, not quite Dalida — something uniquely hers. The White Suit Clean. Commanding. Clinical in the best way. A summer suit so crisp it could file paperwork. Minimal accessories, max presence — this was Arab femme authority long before the phrase existed. The Fur Coat Papped with Omar Sharif, this coat was less 'wife of a global star' and more 'I'm the reason the lens turned in the first place.' Paired with ballet flats: nonchalance turned statement. The Summer Fit Bandana, scarf, and white shirt — the holy trinity of vacation chic. If old postcards had influencers, she'd be one. The Casual Look Capri trousers, long-sleeved top, a toddler in tow. Domesticity but elevated, like she invented quiet luxury before Instagram did. The Wedding Look (From Sayedet El Kasr, 1958) Not her actual wedding, but the cinematic one that mattered. Gown, tiara, and enough poise to turn a script into a coronation. The Polka Dot Dress Sling straps, delicate bows, and polka dots in monochrome — like a flirty telegram from a more stylish decade. The Empire Gown Puff sleeves, square neckline, and a Regency silhouette that'd make Bridgerton blush. Feminine but not faint. The Black Dress Gold accents against noir fabric. Modest in cut, lethal in effect. Proof that elegance doesn't whisper — it asserts. The Velvet Gown & Fur Coat She did what every Instagram moodboard's been trying to do for a decade. Velvet, fur, and a face that could stop a film reel mid-spin.
Identity
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Identity
Born Under the Gemini Sign: Celebs Who Own the Spotlight and Our Hearts
Gemini season is here, and whether you're into horoscopes or just here for the fun of it, there's no denying it: Geminis have a way of leaving a mark. Not always polished, not always quiet, but always unforgettable. They speak, they provoke, they shift and shapeshift. And when they create, they take over. This season, we're spotlighting four names from Egypt and the world who carry that undeniable Gemini spirit: rebellious, restless, and endlessly expressive. That's the kind of energy you don't just watch, you feel. And if you're wondering how these four wildly different names ended up under the same spotlight, that's exactly the point. That's Gemini. Unpredictable, versatile, never fitting into one mold. Male or female, loud or quiet. They don't match, they contrast. And somehow, that's where the magic is. Faten Hamama — 27th of May The face of an era. The voice of a generation. The woman who played every kind of woman perfectly. Faten Hamama wasn't just a screen icon but also a cultural blueprint. Calm on the surface, sharp underneath, like most Geminis. She moved through decades, genres, and roles. That's not a coincidence. That's classic Mercury magic. Kanye West — 8th of June He doesn't ride the wave but creates it . Loud, unpredictable, and unapologetically complex. Kanye's not here to be understood, he's here to shake the table. Every reinvention is a statement, every outburst a headline. He's polarizing but never invisible. That's Gemini in full volume: not designed to please, just impossible to ignore. Asmaa Galal doesn't just act , she embodies. One look, one line, and she's already shifted the mood. There's something raw and magnetic about her screen presence, equal parts softness and fire. Never quite settling, always exploring. That unpredictability? That edge? It's straight from the Gemini playbook. Mohamed Salah plays like someone who was never told to stay in his lane. He is focused, sharp, and constantly evolving. He's redefined what it means to be a football star from the Arab world. But beyond the goals and glory, there's a quiet duality: humble off the field, electric on it. That contrast? That balance? That's Gemini. Never one thing. Never just one story. Angelina Jolie — 4th of June Soft-spoken and fierce-hearted. It's the contradiction that makes her. From cult classic roles to global activism, Jolie has always existed in duality and never apologized for it. She's not afraid of being too much, too bold, and definitely too herself. Like most Geminis, she lives many lives and makes them all look effortless. Geminis do not always fit the frame, but they actually break it. They're not the calmest or easiest, but when a Gemini walks in the room, everything changes. These four celebs, Egyptian and international, proudly carry the chaos, curiosity, and charisma of their sign. Happy Gemini season. Let the duality live out loud. Tag your Gemini friends and wish them a happy birthday.
The National
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Faten: An Arabic name with playful and profound meanings
Faten has many faces. A word rooted in classical Arabic and featured prominently in scripture and poetry, faten touches on both the spiritual and the physical. Today, it is commonly used as an adjective to describe someone with irresistible allure. It can mean charming, captivating, enchanting, spellbinding, and even seductive. Like many Arabic words, these meanings stem from three root letters: fa, ta, and noon, from which numerous derivatives emerge. Fatan and its associated verb fatana are charged with tension. Often translated as 'temptation' or 'trial,' – the verb means 'to tempt' or 'to test' – the words are frequently invoked as warnings to avoid situations that might lead one astray. Meanwhile, fitnah and its related forms also mean civil strife or chaos. It appears nearly 60 times in the Quran, according to Islamic scholars, underscoring the gravity of actions that sow social discord or trigger crises of faith. Though often reserved for hefty situations or conversations, Faten has also long been a popular name for women, tracing back to the early 20th century. The most well-known bearer is undoubtedly Faten Hamama, the revered Egyptian actress from the golden age of Arabic cinema, whose beauty and vulnerable performances earned her the enduring nickname 'Lady of the Arabic Screen.' Meanwhile, Faten Helw, also from Egypt, is a prominent female lion tamer working in the region. Considering faten's heady meanings, it's perhaps no surprise that related words appear in dramatic romantic ballads. In 1956 song Fatoony by Egyptian crooner Abdel Halim Hafez, the title suggests the kind of debilitating bewitchment that leads to heartbreak. Hafez bares it all in the opening declaration: 'They left me to keep my promise, and left me alone in despair.' In 2021 song Al Fateena by popular Iraqi singer Majd Al Mohandis, the title refers to 'an enchantress who is dear to my heart. She is my good morning, and goodness itself.' Playful and profound, faten is an Arabic word to keep you on your toes.
CairoScene
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Egyptian Actresses Who Rocked the Fringe Before It Was a Thing
Before the micro-bangs discourse took over TikTok and French-girl fringes became a Pinterest staple, Egyptian actresses were already setting the standard. Bangs have been through it all— blunt, wispy, micro, curtain, baby-doll soft, or full and dramatic. Before they became a trend cycled in and out of fashion by Parisian it-girls, Old Hollywood icons, and Tumblr-era cool kids, Egyptian actresses had already perfected the art of the fringe— cutting and shaping it (pun intended) long before it was a passing fad. For decades, these leading ladies set the standard for who-wore-what, shaping trends long before social media made it a sport. From Samia Gamal's feathery, side-swept bangs in the '50s to Sherihan's perfectly tousled '80s fringe, these actresses were setting trends in each of their eras. Some, like Soaad Hosny and Laila Elwi, embraced playful, face-framing layers, while others, like Faten Hamama and Dalida, opted for short, sculpted bangs that accentuated their features. Whether it was Madiha Kamel's voluminous, rockstar-esque '80s bangs or Naglaa Fathi's effortless '70s waves with a soft fringe, each style added to their on-screen personas, defining eras of fashion and film. From structured micro bangs to breezy, undone layers, this Styled Archive includes all the Egyptian icons who made the fringe a timeless statement. Shadia in 'Enta Habibi' | 1957 A textbook case of baby bangs before they were called baby bangs. Shadia's ultra-short fringe is chopped high on her forehead. The contrast? Perfectly coiffed, glossy curls cascading down, like a fusion of sweetness and sharpness. Soaad Hosny in a candid photograph | 1960s Shwikar in 'Iktilny Min Fadlak' | 1965 Shwikar's bangs graze just past her eyebrows— soft, flicked slightly to the sides for a face-framing effect. Her voluminous mid-length layers bring a retro romance to the look, finished with a signature 1960s outward curl. Dalida in 'Segara W Kas' | 1955 Dalida's nurse look is a scene-stealer— those sharp, sculpted micro-bangs paired with the perfectly pinned-up waves make her feel more like a film-noir villainess than a nurse. The look is severe in the best way, emphasizing her bold brows and dramatic eye makeup. Samia Gamal in 'El Ragol El Thani' | 1959 Samia Gamal's take on wispy bangs is all drama: ultra-short, perfectly arched to reveal her expressive brows, and paired with sculptural waves that add to her striking beauty. Faten Hamama in 'Bein Al Atlal' | 1959 The fringe is wispy, parted slightly in the middle, blending seamlessly into the gentle waves that frame her face. It's a perfect mirror of Faten Hamama's on-screen persona; elegant with a touch of vulnerability. Youssra on vacation | 1970s Her bangs are feathered, light, and easy, effortlessly swept into the golden-hour breeze. They barely skim past her lashes, adding to the carefree, sunlit glamour of 1970s beach style. Magda in a photoshoot | 1950s A polished take on vintage volume, Magda's hair is all about controlled waves, with bangs that fall just between a full fringe and a curtain bang. They blend into her soft curls, giving an air of refined femininity, with an unmistakable Egyptian screen siren flair. Madiha Kamel in a photoshoot | 1980s The '80s came with unapologetic volume, and Madiha Kamel fully embraced it. Her bangs are layered and teased to match the sheer height of her hair, adding a boldness that only enhances her already magnetic presence. Lebleba photographed by Van Leo | 1960s Lebleba's hair is a class in volume. The bangs are slightly curled under, framing her forehead without overwhelming her delicate features. The layers have a buoyancy to them, adding to the overall sense of movement. Nadia Lutfi in 'Matloob Armala' | 1965 Nadia Lutfi's platinum blonde moment shows how pairing delicate, barely-there bangs with a voluminous blowout should be done. The fringe is ultra-fine, wispy to the point of disappearing into the rest of the style, which only makes the entire look feel lighter, airier, and more effortless. Laila Elwi in Cairo | 1990s The '90s layers hit differently, and Laila Elwi's feathered bangs are proof. Swept slightly to the side with an effortless curve, they blend seamlessly into the face-framing layers that cascade down. Naglaa Fathi on the cover of 'Al Maw'ed' | 1984 Naglaa Fathi's signature look was all about movement. Her bangs are cut in soft, uneven layers, blending into the feathered layers that sweep outwards. It's that effortless 'undone but done' look that defined beauty in the '80s, like she just shook out her hair and it fell into place. Nagwa Fouad in 'Al-Ghagreya' | 1960 Nagwa Fouad's voluminous curls frame her face with that signature '60s bombshell effect. Her bangs are soft and wispy, blending into the layers rather than creating a stark contrast. It's the kind of fringe that looks effortless, like she just tousled her hair and walked onto the set of a film. Sherihan on the cover of 'Al Chabaka' | 1986 Sherihan's fringe is pure drama, much like her performances; thick, full, and cut straight across but long enough to skim her lashes. Paired with the straight hair that spills over her shoulders, the look is bold yet feminine, playful yet commanding. Maali Zayed in a photoshoot | 1990s Lutfi's hair is styled in a full-bodied, rounded fringe, cut straight across in a way that it sits just above her eyebrows, slightly curved inwards, adding a youthful, playful touch to her look. It's balanced with the shoulder-length cut, creating a silhouette that frames the face with a chic structure. Gehan Nasr in a photoshoot | 1990s Ultra-feminine and soft, Gehan Nasr's bangs are parted just slightly in the middle, blending into her signature voluminous waves. The look feels like a cross between a princess and a '90s supermodel; romantic but totally effortless. Nelly Karim playing the piano | 1999 This is a true 'late-90s' fringe moment— wispy, slightly uneven, and naturally falling into her face. It's not overly styled or structured, just subtly enhancing her features.
