New Musical Film Will Celebrate Umm Kulthum's Legacy in 2025
May 03, 2025
Egyptian production house El Adl Group Studios has announced an upcoming musical dedicated to the life and legacy of Umm Kulthum. The announcement comes ahead of the 50th anniversary of her passing, which is being commemorated throughout 2025 as the official Year of Umm Kulthum.
The musical, set to premiere in September 2025, is being developed in collaboration with See Cinema Productions, with support from the Commercial International Bank (CIB) as the project's official sponsor. According to producers, the production will blend theatrical storytelling with modern technology, aiming to reintroduce Umm Kulthum's cultural significance to younger audiences while honouring her timeless influence.
The project was unveiled during a press conference attended by producers Hany Naguib and Ahmed Fahmy, director Ahmed Fouad, and legal advisor Dr. Hossam Lotfy. Present were also the heirs of Umm Kulthum and legendary composers Mohamed Abdel Wahab, Baligh Hamdi, and Riad El Sonbaty—key collaborators in her iconic musical journey.
While few details have been released about casting or format, the musical is expected to be one of several cultural initiatives rolled out as part of the national commemoration. The Year of Umm Kulthum includes concerts, exhibitions, and educational programmes designed to highlight her legacy as not just a singer, but a symbol of Arab identity and artistic excellence.
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