Netflix Preps New Arabic Original Series

Netflix has partnered with actor and music artist Amr Diab on a new Arabic original series for the platform.

The new deal marks the return of Diab, also known as Al Hadaba, to drama 27 years after he starred in the movie Dehk Wele’b Wegad Wehob alongside the late Omar Sharif. The winner of seven World Music Awards and six African Music Awards, Diab is the first Arab singer to enter the Guinness Book of World Records.

Ahmed Sharkawi, director of Arabic original series at Netflix, said: “For the past thirty years, Amr Diab has captured people’s hearts all over the world. He is a trendsetting icon who resonates with different generations through his music and talent. We are confident that this new project will excite fans and members for the glorious return of Amr Diab to screen.”

Diab said: “I am thrilled to work with Netflix on this new project. I have always believed that art is a global language, and we have been able to build bridges of connections and love with diverse cultures through music. And, now with this new project with Netflix, I am excited that we will be reaching more than 193 million members in more than 190 countries around the world where they will be able to watch new content made in Egypt and enjoyed by the world.”