After a short break, Donia Samir Ghanem is back with Aysha El Dor, and her return already feels like a win for Ramadan TV.

Streaming on Watch It and Shahid during the second half of Ramadan 2025, the show delivers a fun mix of comedy, drama, and heartfelt moments. But while it’s undeniably entertaining, there are a few details that don’t quite add up.

A Relatable Story—With Some Questionable Details

The series follows Ayesha, a divorced mother of two—teenage daughter Karma and younger son Omar—who feels stuck in the repetitive routine of raising kids and managing everyday life.

She’s kind, selfless, and always helping others, but she clearly longs for something more.

The first episode sets up her world well. She starts her day in typical mom-mode—chaos, yelling, and struggling to wake her kids for school.

Then, an unexpected turn: her niece gets into an accident and can’t attend university, so Ayesha decides to go in her place. It’s a fun setup that opens the door for plenty of comedic and heartfelt moments.

That said, the hints about Ayesha struggling financially don’t entirely make sense. She lives in a lavish home and owns a gift shop in Degla, Maadi, one of Cairo’s most expensive areas—where she already has a tenant renting part of the shop.

It’s a minor inconsistency, but it makes the struggling single mom narrative feel a bit unconvincing.

Strong Performances and Natural Humor

One of the show’s biggest strengths is Donia Samir Ghanem herself. Her comedic timing is effortless, and she makes Ayesha feel like a real person—funny, flawed, and incredibly easy to root for.

The humor doesn’t feel over-the-top or exaggerated; instead, it’s woven naturally into the family’s daily chaos. The supporting cast also does a great job, making the family dynamics feel genuine rather than scripted.

Visually, Aysha El Dor is polished and well-produced. Ayesha’s home is beautifully designed, the university setting feels authentic, and even the background music adds to the mood without feeling overdone.

A Fun Watch, But Lacking Tension

While the first episode is enjoyable and does a great job introducing the story, it’s missing that big moment. There’s no shocking twist or unexpected turn to hook viewers in a major way.

The pacing is steady, and the setup is strong enough to keep audiences engaged, but a little more excitement wouldn’t hurt.

That said, the show already has moments that feel prime for going viral. Ayesha’s morning struggle with her kids is the kind of scene that parents everywhere will relate to, and Donia’s return alone has people talking.

Final Verdict

Aysha El Dor is off to a solid start. It’s funny, lighthearted, and full of warmth, and Donia Samir Ghanem is as charming as ever. While some details—like Ayesha’s supposed financial struggles—don’t entirely add up, they don’t take away from the overall enjoyment of the show.

If the rest of the season maintains this balance of humor, heart, and relatable moments, it could easily become one of Ramadan 2025’s standout series.