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Kuwait Times
21 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait wins 4 awards at Arab Radio and Television Festival
TUNIS/KUWAIT: Kuwait's ministry of information celebrated a major achievement at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival, held in Tunis from June 23 to 26, taking home four prestigious awards. Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi expressed pride in Kuwait Television's performance, which he described as a reflection of the country's cultural and media identity and a testament to the creativity and dedication of Kuwaiti media professionals. He congratulated the teams behind the winning programs — including editors, presenters, technicians, and administrators — praising their commitment to quality and professionalism. 'These achievements reflect the ministry's policy to support and develop national media production,' Al-Mutairi said, adding that Kuwait remains committed to fostering responsible, balanced, and ethical media that aligns with the country's future vision. TUNIS: Award winners at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival. - KUNA photos Kuwait TV earned two gold awards (first place) for the program Kuwaiti Nights in the entertainment and artistic evenings category, and for Afanin Linguistic in the television cultural programs category. In addition, the channel received two second-place awards in the Television Program Exchange and Comprehensive Program Exchange competitions. The festival, organized by the Arab States Broadcasting Union since 1969, was held under the slogan 'Space for Convergence and Creativity' and included a range of events across Tunis and Hammamet. These featured an international media exhibition, a program market with participation from around 80 media institutions, and professional seminars focused on Arab drama, artificial intelligence in media, and children's programming. The Palestinian issue figured prominently throughout the festival's panels and discussions, reaffirming Arab media's commitment to the cause. The event also saw the presentation of around 100 Chinese audiovisual works as part of the 'Media City Program,' signaling deeper cooperation between Arab and Chinese media sectors. The opening ceremony took place at the historic Carthage Theater, attended by Tunisian Minister of Culture Amina Sarrarfi and ASBU President Mohammed Al-Harthi. The festival concluded with a grand performance titled The Horse and the Night at the Opera Theater in Tunis. This year's session, chaired by Saudi Arabia's Radio and Television Authority, added depth and diversity to the festival's programming and boosted its regional and international presence. — KUNA
Arab Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Arab Times
Kuwait TV shines with four prestigious awards at Arab Radio and TV Festival
TUNIS, June 28: Kuwait's Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, expressed pride in Kuwait Television's achievement of securing four prestigious awards at the 25th Arab Radio and Television Festival, held in the Tunisian capital from June 23 to 26. In a statement to KUNA on Friday, Al-Mutairi extended his congratulations to the dedicated production teams behind the award-winning programs, including producers, presenters, technicians, and administrative staff. He praised their continuous creativity and commitment to delivering content that embodies Kuwait's rich cultural and media identity. Al-Mutairi credited the support of Kuwait's political leadership for enabling such accomplishments, emphasizing that the awards reflect the Ministry's strategy to foster and advance national media production. He reiterated the Ministry's commitment to promoting responsible, balanced media rooted in professionalism and ethical standards. He also commended the participating media teams for their distinguished performance at the festival and reaffirmed the Ministry's support for local talent, encouraging innovation and excellence to elevate the national media sector in alignment with the state's development goals. Organized by the Arab States Broadcasting Union under the theme 'A Space for Encounter and Creativity,' the festival witnessed broad participation from Arab media organizations. Kuwait TV earned two gold awards for its programs Kuwait Nights in the variety and entertainment category and Linguistic Arts in the television cultural program category. The broadcaster also secured two additional awards in the television program exchange competition.
Kuwait Times
15-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait mourns icon Hussein Al-Qattan, star of first TV drama
Hussein Al-Qattan KUWAIT: The Ministry of Information has announced the passing of veteran Kuwaiti artist Hussein Al-Qattan, who died on Saturday at the age of 88, following a long and distinguished career that helped shape Kuwait's media, arts, and cultural landscape. In an official statement, the ministry conveyed the condolences of Minister of Information and Culture and Minister of State for Youth Affairs, Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi, along with all ministry staff, to the late artist's family. The statement paid tribute to Al-Qattan's profound and lasting contributions to the history of Kuwaiti artistic expression. A true pioneer of Kuwaiti media, Al-Qattan rose to prominence in the 1950s through radio, before gaining widespread recognition for his portrayal of the beloved character 'Bu Jassoum' in Kuwait Television's first-ever drama series, 'Bu Jassoum's Family,' which aired in 1962. He was among the earliest artists to use comedy as a vehicle for social commentary, portraying the hopes, struggles, and daily lives of ordinary Kuwaitis with simplicity, humor, and heartfelt sincerity. His folkloric style and genuine presence made him a household name, leaving an indelible mark on audiences across generations. Throughout his decades-long career, Al-Qattan took part in numerous television and theatrical productions that became cornerstones of Kuwait's cultural identity. He is remembered not only as a celebrated performer but also as an authentic voice of the people and a symbol of Kuwait's artistic beginnings. The ministry extended its deepest sympathies to Al-Qattan's family, friends, and the wider media and artistic community, praying for his soul's mercy and for comfort to those who mourn him. — Agencies
