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Egypt Independent
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Independent
Karim Abdel-Aziz sets unprecedented new record in Egyptian cinema's box office
Actor Karim Abdel-Aziz has set a new record in Egyptian cinema, unprecedented for any actor before him by becoming the first to have four films in the top 100 club, each having grossed more than LE100 million. Project X Premiering back in May, the film has already achieved revenues of LE 130 million, making it his fourth film to gross more than 100 million Egyptian pounds. It was written and directed by Peter Mimi, who also co-wrote the script and dialogue with Ahmed Hosny. 'Project X' is an action-thriller about Egyptologist Youssef al-Gammal, who seeks to uncover the secrets behind ancient Egyptian civilization and the Great Pyramids. Filmed in several countries, the film has been hailed as one of the most highly produced films in the history of Egyptian cinema. The film stars Yasmine Sabry, Eyad Nassar, Ahmed Ghazy, Essam el-Sakka, and a group of other artists and some guest stars, including Hana al-Zahed, Maged el-Kedwany, and Karim Mahmoud Abdel-Aziz. The Blue Elephant II and Kira & El Gin 'The Blue Elephant II' (2019) also exceeded LE 100 million in revenue, and grossed approximately LE104 million. In this sequel to 'The Blue Elephant' (2014), the protagonist Dr. Yehia gets married and is later assigned a new case from the Eight-West Women's Ward. Soon, he realizes that someone is trying to manipulate his life as well as his family's. In an effort to solve the mysteries haunting him, Yehia turns to the 'Blue Elephant' pills. The film was written by Ahmed Murad and directed by Marwan Hamed, and starred Hend Sabry, Nelly Karim, Eyad Nassar, Sherine Reda, and a host of other stars. 'Kira & al-Gin' (2022) (AKA Kira Wel Gen) grossed approximately LE 120 million. Set during the 1919 Egyptian Revolution against British occupation, the film follows the intertwined fates of two men: Ahmed Abdel-Hay Kira, a doctor secretly involved in the resistance movement, and Abdel-Qader al-Gin, a charismatic and rebellious figure. Beit al-Ruby 'Beit al-Ruby' (2023) grossed approximately LE 131 million. It was written by Mohamed al-Dabbah and Reem el-Kamash and directed by Peter Mimi. The film follows engineer Ibrahim al-Ruby, who has left modern life with his family following an embarrassing social media incident to a peaceful, secluded village. When he's forced to return to the modern world, the family finds themselves faced with absurd new challenges.
Egypt Independent
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Independent
Karim Abdel-Aziz sets legendary new record in Egyptian cinema's box office
Actor Karim Abdel-Aziz has set a new record in Egyptian cinema, unprecedented for any actor before him by becoming the first to have four films in the top 100 club, each having grossed more than LE100 million. Project X Premiering back in May, the film has already achieved revenues of LE 130 million, making it his fourth film to gross more than 100 million Egyptian pounds. It was written and directed by Peter Mimi, who also co-wrote the script and dialogue with Ahmed Hosny. 'Project X' is an action-thriller about Egyptologist Youssef al-Gammal, who seeks to uncover the secrets behind ancient Egyptian civilization and the Great Pyramids. Filmed in several countries, the film has been hailed as one of the most highly produced films in the history of Egyptian cinema. The film stars Yasmine Sabry, Eyad Nassar, Ahmed Ghazy, Essam el-Sakka, and a group of other artists and some guest stars, including Hana al-Zahed, Maged el-Kedwany, and Karim Mahmoud Abdel-Aziz. The Blue Elephant II and Kira & El Gin 'The Blue Elephant II' (2019) also exceeded LE 100 million in revenue, and grossed approximately LE104 million. In this sequel to 'The Blue Elephant' (2014), the protagonist Dr. Yehia gets married and is later assigned a new case from the Eight-West Women's Ward. Soon, he realizes that someone is trying to manipulate his life as well as his family's. In an effort to solve the mysteries haunting him, Yehia turns to the 'Blue Elephant' pills. The film was written by Ahmed Murad and directed by Marwan Hamed, and starred Hend Sabry, Nelly Karim, Eyad Nassar, Sherine Reda, and a host of other stars. 'Kira & al-Gin' (2022) (AKA Kira Wel Gen) grossed approximately LE 120 million. Set during the 1919 Egyptian Revolution against British occupation, the film follows the intertwined fates of two men: Ahmed Abdel-Hay Kira, a doctor secretly involved in the resistance movement, and Abdel-Qader al-Gin, a charismatic and rebellious figure. Beit al-Ruby 'Beit al-Ruby' (2023) grossed approximately LE 131 million. It was written by Mohamed al-Dabbah and Reem el-Kamash and directed by Peter Mimi. The film follows engineer Ibrahim al-Ruby, who has left modern life with his family following an embarrassing social media incident to a peaceful, secluded village. When he's forced to return to the modern world, the family finds themselves faced with absurd new challenges.
Identity
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Identity
4 Reasons Why Mamlaket El Harir Will Have You Hooked
Peter Mimi does it again, but this time, off-season. If El Hashasheen had you hooked, Mamlaket El Harir is your next obsession. Peter Mimi returns with another epic, world-building fantasy royal drama, betrayal, and battles all wrapped in stunning visuals and CGI. It's giving medieval chaos with an Egyptian twist, and we're so here for it. Here are our 5 reasons why Mamlaket El Harir will keep you hooked Karim Mahmoud Abdel Aziz Like You've Never Seen Him No dad jokes, no clumsy chaos. He's Shams El Din, a fierce soldier with a royal past and serious 'eldest sibling who has a brain' energy. Calm, strategic, and the king we all wish we had. Peter Mimi's Cinematic Universe Just Got Bigger If you loved El Hashasheen, this is its bolder cousin. Same stunning shots, same exotic locations (hello again, Kazakhstan), but the CGI? Leveled up. Mimi's world-building is just the chef's kiss. Asmaa Abulyazid Is Straight-Up Evil And We Love It She's Galila, the deadliest princess in the game. Ruthless, power-hungry, and not afraid to take out her brother (even when he saved her). A villain you'll hate to love. The Fresh Talent Taking Over Ahmed Ghozzi brings layers and charm to the youngest sibling, Sara El Tounsy is the ultimate femme fatale, mysterious, manipulative, and terrifying, and Noura Mahdy? She's the brave heart with a soft spot, and her chemistry with Ghozzi is pure gold. Power plays, sibling betrayals, and a whole lot of crown-chasing, Mamlaket El Harir isn't just binge-worthy, it's addictive. With every episode, the stakes get higher and the kingdom gets messier. This isn't just another series; it's Peter Mimi building a whole new empire.
Broadcast Pro
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
‘The Silk Kingdom' breaks viewership records on Yango Play
Yango Play has announced that The Silk Kingdom made an extraordinary debut, setting a new record for viewership on its first day of release. The series instantly climbed to the top of the platform's most-watched list and quickly dominated trending charts across social media networks like X and search engines such as Google. Interest was so high that the phrase 'The Silk Kingdom airing time' became the number one search query in Egypt, Kuwait and the UAE, reflecting the show's immense popularity and regional impact. Written and directed by Dr Peter Mimi, the series is produced by Synergy Plus in partnership with Konker. It stars Karim Mahmoud Abdel Aziz in the lead role alongside an acclaimed ensemble cast including Asmaa Abulyazeid, Ahmed Ghazy, Amr Abdelgelil, Sarah El Touni, Walid Fawaz and Mahmoud El Bezawy. The Silk Kingdom runs for 10 episodes and airs daily from Sunday to Thursday at 4:30 PM Cairo time exclusively on Yango Play, giving subscribers access three hours before any other platform. The show's continuous schedule promises viewers an intense and suspenseful experience throughout its run.
The National
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Eid Al Adha 2025: The biggest movies coming to Middle East cinemas
With Eid Al Adha approaching, anticipation is growing for the films set to be released during the holiday. This year, Eid Al Adha is expected to fall on June 6. While many of the summer's biggest blockbusters will be released later in June and July, there's a nice selection of films coming out this Eid for fans of action and horror. Here are the major releases coming to cinemas in the UAE for Eid Al Adha 2025. The John Wick films have grown in popularity with each instalment. As a result, the Keanu Reeves-fronted film series about a skilled assassin has now spawned a cinematic universe. The first spin-off from the series was a television show titled The Continental: From the World of John Wick, which was released in 2023. The second spin-off is a film titled Ballerina, starring Ana De Armas. Reeves also appears in the film, but the focus is expected to be on De Armas and her character's journey. Ballerina is directed by Len Wiseman, who previously directed Underworld. The film also stars Ian McShane, Anjelica Huston and Gabriel Byrne. Karim Abdel Aziz stars in Project X, an Egyptian action film directed by medical doctor-turned-filmmaker, Peter Mimi. The film follows a police officer fighting an antiquity smuggling gang in Europe. Mimi previously directed Abdel Aziz in the 2024 Ramadan series The Assassins. Project X also features other talented Egyptian actors, including Essam El Sakka, Mariam El Gendy, Eyad Nassar and Yasmine Sabri. Mani Ratnam, considered one of the greatest living directors in India, directs the South Indian film Thug Life. The film stars Kamal Haasan, Pankaj Tripathi, Trisha Krishnan and Sanya Malhotra. Ratnam, who previously directed the popular Shah Rukh Khan film Dil Se.. in 1998, is known for his profound storytelling and socially relevant themes. Haasan and Ratnam reunite for the first time since their last collaboration in 1987's Nayakan. Ratnam collaborator A R Rahman also returns to score the film write the songs. The Bitter Taste, directed by Guido Tolke, is a horror-action film that follows a retired pentathlete who is captured by the undead Countess Badesky and her cursed followers. The pentathlete must revive her athletic skills to survive a deadly hunt. The film pays homage to 1980s horror and adventure classics, drawing inspiration from The Evil Dead, The Thing and From Dusk Till Dawn. The Bitter Taste stars Julia Dordel, Nicolo Pasetti, Anne Alexander-Sieder and John Keogh. Survival horror film Dangerous Animals, directed by Australian filmmaker Sean Byrne, debuted at the Cannes Film Festival's Directors' Fortnight on May 17. The film, which stars Hassie Harrison, Jai Courtney and Josh Heuston, follows a surfer with a troubled past who is abducted by a shark-obsessed serial killer, who films his victims being fed to sharks. Directed by Sophie Osbourne, The Monster Beneath Us is a Gothic horror film set in 1898 Yorkshire, England. The story follows a grieving widow, who returns to her late husband's ancestral home, Doloridge Manor, with her young son. As they settle into the eerie mansion, the son discovers a mysterious creature lurking in the basement, forming an unsettling bond with it. The mother, unaware of the creature's presence, begins to experience strange occurrences that heighten her anxiety and fear. The Monster Beneath Us stars Becca Hirani, Marshall Hawkes, Nicola Wright and Jennifer Lim.
