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When Ahmed Hassib decided to bring Gewan Hotels & Resorts to Egypt, it wasn’t just a business decision—it was a return to his roots. With over thirty years of experience in the hospitality industry across the UAE and Egypt, Hassib is no stranger to leading bold transformations. Now, with five rebranded properties and a clear

In this raw and insightful interview, Mena Massoud opens up about his first lead role in an Egyptian movie — Fi Ezz El Dohr (In Broad Daylight). From preparing for the role and filming on the streets of Cairo, to his view on Egyptian cinema, we get the full story directly from Mena!

قعدنا وشربنا “شاي بعد الفطار” مع بدرة في قعدة مليانة حكاوي وضحك! اتكلمنا عن دورها في مسلسل كامل العدد ++، وكشفت لنا كواليس الشخصية والتحديات اللي واجهتها خلال التصوير. كمان شاركتنا تجربتها في التمثيل، وازاي قدرت تبرز موهبتها وسط نجوم كبار. والأهم، حكيت لنا عن تطلعاتها للمواسم الجاية وهل عندها مفاجآت جاية في مشوارها الفني!

Join us at El-Shai for an exclusive sit-down with Eiad Saleh, the creative mind behind the blockbuster film ‘El Harifa.’ Eiad, an accomplished Egyptian writer, director, and producer, graduated from Cairo University’s Faculty of Mass Communication. He has an impressive portfolio, including works like ‘Al Kateba 101’ and ‘Helwa Aldunya Sukkar.’ In this interview, we

El-Shai’s Nadia Haitham sat down with Massar Egbari to spill all the tea! From their 20-year journey to the stories behind their new album, they opened up about music, memories, and what’s next for the band.

Don’t miss this exciting episode of Reel Talk, where we sit down with Karim Kassem and director John Fareed Zaki to discuss their latest film Madonna. A story set in a Latin Catholic monastery in Alexandria, where the theft of a historic painting turns into a deep moral dilemma between two Jesuit priests, while suspicion

We met filmmaker Annie Sakkab during her visit to Egypt for the Cairo International Film Festival and had an emotional conversation about her film, The Poem We Sang. The film explores themes of love, loss, and displacement, inspired by a poem by Palestinian poet Khalil Al-Sakakini. Annie shares the deeply personal history behind the story,

El-Shai’s Nadia Haitham sat down with the amazing Sedky Sakhr to spill all the tea! We talked about his New Year’s resolutions, his latest projects, and his exciting return as Lotfy Aboud in Rakam Sery! Sedky didn’t hold back on the fun details about stepping back into the shoes of Lotfy and gave us all

In the latest episode of Reel Talk, hosts Azouz Adel and Toka Hossam, stars of the acclaimed series Watar Hassas, delve into the intricacies of their roles and the series’ production. Exploring Complex Characters Azouz Adel, known for his compelling performances in Egyptian cinema, shares insights into his character’s development and the challenges faced during

In this episode of Reel Talk, we sit down with Ahmed Gamal Said and Sherif El Sheashaei, the stars of the gripping series Watar Hasas. The duo opens up about their experiences portraying their complex characters, the thought process behind their performances, and the challenges of bringing the series to life. But that’s not all—things

In the first episode of Reel Talk, Amir El-Masry and Naqqash Khalid get real about their film In Camera. From the creative process to the nuanced themes, they share what went into making this unique project. Catch the full conversation and get an inside look at the making of In Camera. Don’t forget to share

We recently had the chance to sit down with the rising star, Farah El Zahed, to discuss her role in the much-anticipated series Roj Eswd. Known for her captivating performances and ability to portray complex emotions, Farah has quickly carved out a place for herself in Egyptian drama. After kickstarting her acting career with roles

In the rapidly evolving world of Arab cinema and advertising, one name stands out for pushing creative boundaries: Karim Shaaban. Whether you know him from his captivating short films or his visually stunning commercials, Shaaban is a director who blends human emotion with striking visuals, leaving a lasting impact on his audience. Who Is Karim