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Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Heartwarming moment Nico Hulkenberg returns home to glamorous wife and child throwing huge party for first ever podium
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) NICO HULKENBERG was welcomed home to a huge party thrown by his stunning wife after claiming his first-ever F1 podium. The German, 37, enjoyed more champagne celebrations after finishing third behind both McLaren drivers at the British Grand Prix on Sunday. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 9 Nico Hulkenberg was welcomed home by his stunning wife after claiming his first ever podium Credit: YouTube 9 A heartwarming moment shared by his wife showed the F1 star pick up his young daughter Credit: YouTube 9 The couple's friends and family filmed the touching moment, while breaking out in song Credit: YouTube 9 Hulkenberg waited 239 races to land P3 at Silverstone on Sunday Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 9 The German celebrated scoring an F1 podium for the first time in his career Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Hulkenberg climbed through the field from 19th on the rain-swept grid to beat Lewis Hamilton to third, with Lando Norris winning his first home race. The Kick Sauber, who made his debut with Williams in 2010, set a 15-year record for the longest time before finishing on the podium at 5,593 days. He was swarmed by his team at Parc Ferme after securing a podium on his 239th attempt, while also sharing a hug with rookie team-mate Gabriel Bortoleto, who had crashed out earlier on. But more celebrations were in order after returning from Silverstone, as Hulkenberg walked into a family party put on by his glam wife Egle. READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS CAR BLIMEY Soccer Aid star arrested on suspicion of causing criminal damage to F1 car An Instagram clip shared by his Lithuanian fashion designer other-half shows Hulkenberg walking into a room full of his closest loved ones. Egle instantly cuddles him in the video, before their young daughter Noemi Sky, four, holds onto her parents legs. The F1 driver later bent down to stroke family dog Zeus, who was excitedly running under them all. The couple's friends then broke out singing an edited version of Will Grigg's on Fire, changing the name to "Nico's on Fire". CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Hulkenberg also picked up his daughter to dance with her to the funny chant. The F1 driver reportedly travelled home from the UK on Max Verstappen's private jet, after the Red Bull superstar invited him on. Nico Hulkenberg chokes up on team radio as F1 star, 37, finally makes podium in his 239TH race - despite starting 19th Both drivers, like most of the grid, live in Monaco and are about to start a three week break ahead of the Belgium Grand Prix on July 27. Hulkenberg was one of three drivers presented with unique Lego Brick trophies after the race alongside McLaren pair Norris and Oscar Piastri. Egle reportedly has a net worth of £3.9million through her hand-crochet fashion company named after her. She stole the show at the premiere of F1: The Movie last month after going braless in a daring outfit. The happy couple have been together since 2015 and were married in 2021 after getting in engaged in Venice in 2020. Hulkenberg has moved up to ninth in the drivers' world championship, after finishing in the top 10 in his last four races. 9 Egle Hulkenberg stole the show at the premiere for F1: The Movie 9 The couple have been together since 2015 Credit: Instagram / @the_crochet_girl 9
The Irish Sun
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Heartwarming moment Nico Hulkenberg returns home to glamorous wife and child throwing huge party for first ever podium
NICO HULKENBERG was welcomed home to a huge party thrown by his stunning wife after claiming his first-ever F1 podium. The German, 37, enjoyed more champagne celebrations after McLaren drivers 9 Nico Hulkenberg was welcomed home by his stunning wife after claiming his first ever podium Credit: YouTube 9 A heartwarming moment shared by his wife showed the F1 star pick up his young daughter Credit: YouTube 9 The couple's friends and family filmed the touching moment, while breaking out in song Credit: YouTube 9 Hulkenberg waited 239 races to land P3 at Silverstone on Sunday Credit: Shutterstock Editorial 9 The German celebrated scoring an F1 podium for the first time in his career Credit: Shutterstock Editorial Hulkenberg climbed through the field from 19th on the rain-swept grid to beat Lewis Hamilton to third, with race . The Kick Sauber, who made his debut with Williams in 2010, set a 15-year record for the longest time before finishing on the podium at 5,593 days. He was swarmed by his team at Parc Ferme But more celebrations were in order after returning from Silverstone, as READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWS An Instagram clip shared by his Lithuanian fashion designer other-half shows Hulkenberg walking into a room full of his closest loved ones. The F1 driver later bent down to stroke family dog Zeus, who was excitedly running under them all. The couple's friends then broke out singing an edited version of Will Grigg's on Fire, changing the name to "Nico's on Fire". Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Hulkenberg also picked up his daughter to dance with her to the funny chant. The F1 driver reportedly travelled home from the UK on Max Verstappen's private jet, after the Red Bull superstar invited him on. Nico Hulkenberg chokes up on team radio as F1 star, 37, finally makes podium in his 239TH race - despite starting 19th Both drivers, like most of the grid, live in Monaco and are about to start a three week break ahead of the Belgium Grand Prix on July 27. Hulkenberg was one of three drivers presented with after the race alongside McLaren pair Norris and Oscar Piastri. Egle reportedly has a net worth of £3.9million through her hand-crochet fashion company named after her. She stole the show at the premiere of F1: The Movie last month after going The happy couple have been together since 2015 and were married in 2021 after getting in Hulkenberg has moved up to ninth in the drivers' world championship , after finishing in the top 10 in his last four races. 9 Egle Hulkenberg stole the show at the premiere for F1: The Movie 9 The couple have been together since 2015 Credit: Instagram / @the_crochet_girl 9 9
Khaleej Times
13-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
How UAE-based production house is flipping the narrative in MENA cinema
In a region where the film and production landscape is evolving at lightning speed, 1301 Films stands out—not just as a women-led production house, but as a creative force redefining how stories from the UAE are told and shared with the world. Founded by Hiam Salibi, 1301 Films blends international perspective with regional authenticity, producing original formats that aim to resonate far beyond the Middle East. With a portfolio that includes the critically acclaimed feature Yellow Bus and high-end campaigns for brands like Aston Martin and Hearts on Fire, Salibi and her team are setting a bold new benchmark for storytelling in the MENA region. The inspiration behind creating the production house, Salibi says, "was to take creative control and build the kind of original formats I've always wanted to create—stories developed in the UAE with the ambition to reach global audiences." She saw a gap the industry for authentic, locally rooted content told with cinematic quality and international appeal, and decided to fill that space. In a conversation with City Times, Salibi opens up about her creative journey, the challenges of balancing local voice with global vision, and why the time is now for MENA-born content to take center stage. As a women-led production house, how do you think your approach to storytelling differs from others in the region? Our approach to storytelling differs not because we are women, but because of the international influences that make up our team. Our team is a mix of Western and Eastern cultures, so our content is influenced by our exposure to the world. Given our team's entrepreneurial background, we always prioritise out-of-the-box thinking from idea inception to execution, to ensure we capture both creative breadth and depth. How do you balance creating content that resonates with regional audiences while also appealing to global markets? I believe authenticity is what connects audiences. I worked on a feature film that includes four languages, and that diversity is exactly what makes it universal. By telling regionally rooted stories with globally relatable themes, I aim to create content that speaks to both local and international viewers without compromising its cultural identity. How would you describe the current state of the film and production industry in the UAE? What trends are you seeing? The film and production industry in the UAE is in an exciting phase of growth. There's a clear push toward developing original content, with strong support for local talent and stories. At the same time, international productions are being drawn here by the region's diverse locations, infrastructure, and incentives. One of the key trends I'm seeing is a growing confidence in telling stories that reflect our identity, while still aiming for global reach. Do you think UAE-based content is getting the global recognition it deserves? What more needs to be done? When it comes to global recognition, I believe we have a long way to go. But certainly the content coming from this region is capturing attention. We need to continue to export MENA-born content and showcase the talent that makes up the creative industry in this region. What makes the UAE a compelling hub for filmmaking and production? The UAE is a great hub because it offers so much range—deserts, cityscapes, coastline—all in one place. For international productions, it's super versatile. And there's real support for original content, which makes it an exciting place to create. Can you share insights into the making of Yellow Bus and what it meant for 1301 Films? Being part of the line production and post-production management of Yellow Bus was truly unforgettable. The film's diversity—featuring four languages—and the incredible team that lived and worked together for a month made it a powerful, emotional journey. For 1301, it was a turning point—it pushed me forward in understanding how we can start producing our original content, which is exactly what we're focused on now. What kind of stories do you think the world wants to see from the MENA region right now? I think the world is ready to see real, grounded stories from the MENA region—ones that go beyond the usual stereotypes. Stories that show the complexity, beauty, struggles, and everyday lives of people here. There's so much depth, culture, and emotion in this region, and I think audiences everywhere are looking for that kind of authenticity. What advice would you give to emerging filmmakers in the UAE who want to break into the global market? My biggest advice is to build genuine collaborations. Filmmaking is a team effort, and surrounding yourself with people who share your vision can take your work to the next level. Stay authentic, stay curious, and don't be afraid to reach out—some of the best ideas come from unexpected creative partnerships. The global market values fresh voices, and strong teams help those voices shine.
