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Egypt Today
18-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
Ahmed Dawood Begins Filming for Upcoming Feature Ezma
Acclaimed actor Ahmed Dawood has officially kicked off filming for the highly anticipated feature film Ezma, sharing a behind-the-scenes photo from the first day on set. Ezma brings together a stellar cast, including Ahmed Dawood, Salma Abu Deif, Passant Shawky, Hamza Diab, and Jessica Hossam El-Din. The film is both written and directed by Mohamed Sadek, based on his best-selling 2020 novel of the same name. Production is currently underway under the banner of Hany Osama's esteemed company, The Producers. Alongside this exciting new project, Dawood continues to earn acclaim for his recent work. He was recently awarded Best Actor at the 73rd Egyptian Catholic Center Cinema Festival for his compelling performance in Al Hawa Sultan. He also won the Best Actor award at the NRJ Drama Awards for his role in El Sharnaqa, which aired during Ramadan 2025. El Sharnaqa, Dawood's latest series, premiered exclusively on the Watch It platform during the Ramadan 2025 season. The 15-episode thriller features a powerful ensemble cast including Ahmed Dawood, Maryam Al-Khusht, Ali El-Tayeb, Sabry Fawaz, Mohamed Abdu, Sarah Abi Kanaan, and Yasser Ezzat. Written by Amr Samir Atef, the series is directed by Mahmoud Abdel-Tawab and produced by Aroma, under the leadership of producer Tamer Murtada. In El Sharnaqa, Dawood stars as Hazem, a dedicated and highly skilled tax accountant known for his integrity and professionalism. However, as the story unfolds, Hazem becomes entangled with powerful businessmen and is drawn into the perilous world of money laundering—pushing him to undergo a dramatic personal transformation. Dawood's latest film Al Hawa Sultan has also enjoyed remarkable box office success, grossing over EGP 80 million. The film boasts an all-star cast including Menna Shalaby, Ahmed Khaled Saleh, Sawsan Badr, and Jihan El-Shamashergy. It is both written and directed by the talented Heba Yousry and produced by Ahmed Fahmy and Hany Naguib of Sea Cinema.
Identity
13-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Identity
Ramadan 2025 Series That Didn't Quite Meet Our Expectations
Every Ramadan, certain series set high expectations—whether because of their star studded casts, intriguing storylines, or promising trailers. Not all of them fully deliver on their potential. This year, a few shows fell short of what we had hoped for, leaving audiences wanting more. However, the season is still ongoing, so there's always room for these series to turn things around. Here's a look at the ones that didn't quite hit the mark: El Captain – Not as Funny as Expected With its comedic premise and talented cast, El Captain seemed poised to be one of the funniest shows this season. However, while it has its moments, the humor doesn't always land as strongly as expected. Fans were hoping for sharper wit and a more engaging comedic flow. Seed El Nas – A Slow Build-Up From the trailers, Seed El Nas promised an emotionally gripping story, but its slow pacing has made it harder for viewers to stay engaged. The narrative takes its time unfolding, which some might appreciate, but others were expecting a more dynamic and intense execution. 3o2bal 3andoko – A Duo That Didn't Live Up to Expectations With a strong lead pair, 3o2bal 3andoko had the potential to be one of the most compelling series of the season. Audiences expected the real life couple, Amy Samir Ghanem and Hassan El Raddad, to deliver something truly impressive, but so far, the execution has been underwhelming. The chemistry and storytelling haven't lived up to the hype, leaving viewers hoping for more. Gawdar 2 – An Underwhelming Sequel Compared to the First Part The success of Gawdar set the bar high for its sequel. However, Gawdar 2 hasn't fully recaptured the intensity and intrigue of the first part. While it's still entertaining, it feels like it's missing the depth and impact that made its predecessor so compelling. El Sharnaqa – A Web of Deception With a cast full of big names, El Sharnaqa promised a thrilling watch, but instead, it pulled viewers into a whirlwind of strategic moves and constant manipulation. While some enjoyed the intricate mind games, others found the endless scheming exhausting, making it hard to fully connect with the story.
