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March 26, 2025

Directed by Uluç Bayraktar, with a screenplay penned by Ethem Özışık and Lokman Maral, the series premiered on Kanal D in Turkey.

Reviving cultural identity through native storytelling in Abu Dhabi

by Talal Al Asmani

March 26, 2025

Films, television and digital content play a key role in language preservation by reinforcing linguistic familiarity and cultural nuance while evoking a sense of emotional belonging.

StarzPlay secures multi-year media rights deal with PFL

PFL action will kick off on StarzPlay in the MENA region on April 3 with the PFL World Tournament.

IMI Media Academy equips 145 professionals with advanced skills

The Academy’s curriculum integrates AI-enhanced learning, multilingual instruction and rapid skill development.

AFRIMA partners with BridgeAfric for Lagos global music workshop

The event, scheduled to take place from March 26 to 29, 2025 aims to train young creatives, foster international collaborations and further enhance the capabilities of creators and professionals.

NKN Media raises $9.53m, plans to raise another $13.61m

NKN Media is also now expanding its footprint in the inflight media and out-of-home (OOH) sector.

Egyptian family documentary ’50 Meters’ premieres at CPH:DOX

The Egypt-Denmark-Saudi co-production is produced by Ahmed Amer of Cairo-based A.A. Films and Patricia Drati of Copenhagen-based Good Company Pictures.

Rushlake Media partners with Ubongo to distribute educational kids’ content

The partnership will help foster curiosity, creativity and a love for learning among children everywhere while elevating the global presence of African storytelling.

Turkish drama ‘Sunshine Girls’ secures broadcast deal in Serbia

The series follows Güneş, a mother of three daughters, whose decision to start a new life unveils hidden secrets and challenges their family bonds.

Warner Bros. Discovery acquires minority stake in OSN Streaming for $57m

The strategic partnership will include investing in high-quality locally crafted content.

Nukta delivers digital news on the dot

A new venture in Dubai is set to reshape news delivery in South Asia, combining expert journalists with cutting-edge technology. We dive into the tech details with Nukta CTO Sohail ...

Paramount Hotel Dubai champions next-gen of filmmakers at Black Sheep Film Festival

With 410 attendees, panel discussions and industry leaders in the room, the event was a celebration of creativity, networking and dreams, aligning with the hotel’s We Create Drama vision.

‘Thank You for Banking With Us!’ to world premiere at BFI London Film Festival

Palestinian film ‘Thank You for Banking With Us!’ screens in Sweden

The film has received significant support, including grants from the El Gouna Film Festival and recognition from the CineGouna Platform.

TVN Panama and TC Television Ecuador secure rights to Turkish drama ‘Street Birds’

ATV expands global reach with new licensing deals in Latvia and Lithuania

March 23, 2025

Turkish dramas 'Safir' and 'Street Birds' will travel to Latvia and Lithuania.

DFI’s Qumra 2025 selects 49 projects from 20+ countries

March 22, 2025

The diverse selection includes feature narratives, documentaries, shorts and series in various stages of production.

Lawo to participate at NAB 2025 with broadcast innovations

March 22, 2025

Attendees are invited to visit Lawo's booth to explore unified, open platform, engage with product experts,and experience firsthand how Lawo’s technology is shaping the future of broadcast production.

Insys and To-Do Media bring Arabic content to mobile devices

WAWA announces fifth edition of First Look Turquía 2025

March 21, 2025

To ensure an engaging and interactive experience, the event will not be recorded, encouraging active participation from all attendees.

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part II

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part IV

March 21, 2025

The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors attending the show, according to the show organiser. BroadcastPro ME ...

National Media Office unveils BRIDGE Summit at Ramadan gathering

March 21, 2025

HE Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed underscored the summit’s role in shaping the future of media, particularly in light of rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and digital technologies.

Ninetnine and food brand Samia launch special Ramadan culinary show

The series showcases traditional and modern flavours and recipes deeply rooted in cultural heritage.

Blackmagic Design’s DaVinci Resolve Studio powers post production of ‘Adam Bol’

The feature film relies on DaVinci Resolve Studio for picture and audio post production.

SoftAtHome provides Alexa voice control feature to Etisalat by e&

UMS forms expert committee to enhance media and drama content

The committee will oversee and evaluate the company’s productions to ensure a well-defined creative direction based on a thorough analysis of societal realities.

Manga Productions and Sela forge strategic partnership

This year, Manga Productions announced its official sponsorship of Anime Japan 2025.

MDLBeast Radio and Goast Flower unite to strengthen Saudi music community

Musicians and industry professionals are encouraged to join the Saudi Music Community Database to connect with like-minded creatives and explore new collaboration opportunities.

Reson8 Media becomes Vizrt’s first Service Delivery Partner

As a Service Delivery Partner, Reson8 Media will facilitate the execution of complex projects.

Canon Middle East expands partnership with Emirati filmmaker Nayla Al Khaja

Al Khaja will work with the Canon EOS R5 Mark II, a camera that offers significant advantages for independent filmmaking through its combination of compact size and performance.

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part III

The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors attending the show, according to the show organiser. BroadcastPro ME ...

CJ ENM brings top K-dramas to Emirates’ inflight entertainment

The agreement brings four of CJ ENM’s popular dramas to ice, the airline’s inflight entertainment system.

Egyptian film ‘Abu Judy’ wins award at Zawya Short Film Festival

MAD World oversees global sales, while MAD Distribution manages the film’s distribution in the Arab world.

Ameer Fakher Eldin’s ‘Yunan’ to screen at 34th FESCAAAL in Itlay

The film was developed in December 2021 as a part of a trilogy of Ameer Fakher Eldin's first 2021 film, 'The Stranger' with working title as 'Nothing of Nothing Remains'.

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part II

The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors attending the show, according to the show organiser. BroadcastPro ME ...

Abu Dhabi’s CMA announces film and TV financing company registration

Sherborne Media, a global financing partner for film production, is now registered in Abu Dhabi as Sherborne Media FZ LLC and offers financial support options to producers looking to create ...

Saudi thriller film ‘Seven Dogs’ releases first look images

A late 2025 theatrical release is planned for the film, which is produced by Sela, the company owned by Saudi’s Public Investment Fund.

Egyptian thriller ‘The Settlement’ competes at FESCAAL in Italy

The social thriller is Mohamed Rashad's first narrative feature, following his 2016 documentary 'Little Eagles'.

Hong Kong Film Festival returns for fourth edition at Cinema Akil

The Asian Film Awards Academy will present selected films from March 22 to 28, featuring a mix of romantic fantasy, classic cinema and action films.

Red Sea Labs opens applications for third edition of SeriesLab programme

SeriesLab includes an exclusive trip to Los Angeles for training sessions and the Film Independent Forum.

Myco secures exclusive PSL 10 broadcast rights for MENA

Under this arrangement PSL on Myco will be available exclusively in UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Jordan, Iran, Iraq, Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Libya andYemen.

Turkish series ‘Mr. Wrong’ reaches 100+ countries

The romcom is produced by Turkey’s production company Gold Film.

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part I

The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors attending the show, according to the show organiser. BroadcastPro ME ...

Calinos Entertainment inks broadcast deal with Mediaset Italy for Turkish dramas

Both dramas, 'Woman' and 'Forbidden Fruit', initially aired in Turkey on NOW.

Saudi-backed Scopely acquires ‘Pokémon Go’ in $3.5bn deal

The acquisition will bring Niantic’s entire game development team, games, companion apps and services into Scopely’s video game portfolio.

ROI Visual and Fauna Entertainment expand ‘Robocar Poli’ in Turkey

March 16, 2025

Fauna Entertainment will oversee licensing opportunities and YouTube channel management for 'Robocar Poli'.

UAE ends cinema censorship, introduces 21+ rating for movies

UAE cinema and gaming industries achieve record growth in 2024

March 16, 2025

In 2024, UAE cinemas showcased 1,262 films and sold 15m tickets.

Kaleem Aftab exits Red Sea International Film Festival after four years

March 15, 2025

The film writer, critic and programmer has been involved in the festival's programming team since its launch in 2021.

Space LIVE Productions launches as full-service content studio

With ultra-HD 12K cameras, drone cinematography, multi-camera live switching and 360° immersive video technology, Space LIVE offers a seamless platform for creating content across industries.

Palestinian documentary ‘No Other Land’ wins at Independent Spirit Awards

Front Row acquires MENA rights for documentary ‘No Other Land’

This film by a Palestinian-Israeli collective of four young activists has been made as an act of creative resistance on the path to greater justice.

Vox Cinemas partners with Hans Zimmer for exclusive brand score

Zimmer will create a unique composition that celebrates Vox's journey of bringing audiences together through the power of cinema.

TOD partners with Djezzy to bring premium content to Algeria

Through this partnership, TOD will offer live-stream access to some of the biggest global sporting events.

Asharq Podcasts’ ‘Financial Crimes’ tops Apple’s Business chart in MENA

Listeners can access Asharq Podcasts across multiple streaming platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, Anghami and Podi.

E& UAE and Evision launch OTT TV service for SMBs

The new enterprise streaming service offers industry-specific entertainment and digital signage solutions for businesses.

Netflix surpasses 200m paid subscriptions

Netflix plans $18bn content investment for 2025

The $18bn cash content spending would be an 11% increase from last year’s $16.2bn.

African filmmakers drive gender empowerment in industry

African women filmmakers are also taking charge of their own destiny in the industry by becoming involved in industry forums and even rising to leadership roles.

Qvest completes broadcast transformation for Sky News Arabia at IMI’s HQ

Qvest took charge of designing, supplying, installing and commissioning advanced broadcast and digital media solutions.

BeIN extends F1 Academy broadcast rights across MENA and Türkiye until 2033

This season features an 18-car all-female grid competing in seven rounds, with live broadcasts on beIN Sports in English, Arabic and Turkish.

UAE launches initiative to transform media industry

Abu Dhabi will host the BRIDGE summit in December, uniting thousands of media professionals to shape the future of the industry.

MPTS unveils 2025 seminar programme

The programme will be updated in the coming weeks as new content is confirmed.

Al Sharqiya upgrades news studio with FOR-A’s switcher