‘The Silk Kingdom' breaks viewership records on Yango Play
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.
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