Set in 1940s Cairo, ‘Asmahan’ aims to introduce the legendary singer’s untold story to international audiences.

Darwish’s family says it is not involved in the project and has not authorised any associated fundraising.

“She Arts Festival directly challenges systemic imbalance in the cultural sector,” says founder Neveen Kenawy.

They’ll be performing at the Beat the Heat Festival in Dubai, which boasts a star-studded lineup featuring Aziz Maraka, Sharmoofers, Soulja, Montiyago, and more.

The project is backed by the Saudi Cultural Fund and produced by Red Curtains Production.

The Cultural Innovation Challenge launches as a policy hackathon offering USD 133,000 in prizes for creative ideas to shape Saudi Arabia’s cultural future.

The Egyptian composer is once again working with Marvel Studio following his score on ‘Moon Knight’.

Celebrated Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi’s ‘It Was Just An Accident’ is one of the best films of the year.