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July 17, 2025

'Bing' originally premiered in 2014 on the BBC’s children’s channel CBeebies and is adapted from the 'Bing Bunny' book series, created by author and illustrator Ted Dewan.

Shahid and Al-Manasa sign deal to expand streaming access in Iraq

July 15, 2025

The partnership seeks to broaden access to licensed, high-quality entertainment in Iraq, as both Shahid and Al-Manasa aim to strengthen their roles in shaping the digital media landscape in the ...

TwelveP Animation expands kids’ content lineup on Shahid

July 8, 2025

The partnership will also see the premiere of a new season of 'Orange Moo Cow' on Shahid in July 2025.

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

CJ ENM partners with Shahid to launch premium Korean dramas in MENA

June 20, 2025

The agreement will bring 20 top Korean series from CJ ENM’s catalogue to Shahid.

MBC Group shines at 2025 Al Dana Drama Awards with hit Saudi series

June 18, 2025

'Share’ Al A’sha' and 'Yawmiyat Rajol Anis' emerge as standout winners at the Bahraini awards ceremony.

All eyes on AIUIa

June 18, 2025

Saudi Arabia is grooming AlUla into a premier global destination for film production, combining state-of-the-art facilities with its unique cultural heritage and stunning landscapes. In conversation with Vijaya Cherian, Zaid ...

Fozi Mozi family returns to MBC and Shahid with new theatrical show

June 17, 2025

This is the second appearance of the Fozi Mozi family on these prominent regional platforms.

Canal+ to be exclusive distributor for beIN Sports in France

Thmanyah wins exclusive Mideast rights to Saudi football leagues

June 17, 2025

The rights include coverage of the following competitions, King Cup, Saudi Pro League (Roshn League), Saudi Super Cup and First Division League (Yelo League).

Shahid and e& Egypt partner to boost digital entertainment

June 16, 2025

Under this partnership, e& Egypt customers will enjoy all content on Shahid platform exclusively as part of their bundle.

Palestinian film ‘A House in Jerusalem’ to premiere at International Film Festival Rotterdam

Palestinian film ‘A House in Jerusalem’ now available on Shahid

May 31, 2025

The film is helmed by Muayad Alayan and co-written with Rami Alayan.

MENA streaming market set to hit $1.5bn by 2025: Omdia

May 23, 2025

The leading streaming service is local player Shahid on 4.4m subscribers, followed by YouTube Premium, Netflix and StarzPlay.

Shahid releases Egyptian drama ‘Harb El-Gebaly’

May 22, 2025

The series is written by Samah El-Hariri and directed by Mohamed Osama.

The expanding role of AI in broadcast

by Nusrat Ali

May 20, 2025

An AI discussion at the BroadcastPro Summit KSA looked at AI-driven video production automation, virtual production, piracy protection, metadata tagging, watermarking and real-time content takedown solutions. We bring you a ...

The power of podcasts and audio streaming in MENA

by Kalyani Gopinath

May 19, 2025

The Arab podcast industry is advancing rapidly, driven by growth in the region’s digital culture and a heightened desire for learning. Community-like discussions, conversational content and a sense of reliability ...

Tech strategies for an evolving modern MENA media ecosystem

by Kalyani Gopinath

May 15, 2025

In a streaming-first era, relevance and adaptability are vital. As viewing shifts across devices and platforms, businesses tap into real-time audience behaviour to shape agile content strategies. We summarise a ...

MBC Group revenue surges 65.4% in Q1 2025

May 11, 2025

The BOCA segment recorded a 55.5% year-on-year increase in revenue in Q1 2025, reaching SAR 1,205.3m, compared to SAR 774.9m in Q1 2024.

MBC Group to build new HQ in Diriyah in partnership with Diriyah Company

May 9, 2025

The new facility will house MBC offices, advanced filming studios and an immersive visitor experience centre.

Arabic adaptation of Japanese drama ‘Mother’ to premiere on MBC

May 1, 2025

Produced by Turkish prodco Medyapim, it will be known locally as 'Oumi' and will also stream on MBC’s global VoD platform Shahid.

Decoding the Ramadan Drama Phenomenon: What Makes a Winner?

by Mai Abaza

April 27, 2025

Strategic, high-impact publicity – teaser trailers, exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes social media content – generates massive anticipation and translates into record-breaking first-week viewership.

Transforming Arabic content: Studios, Producers and Regional Impact

by Kalyani Gopinath

April 25, 2025

With more demand for Arabic-language content, film production companies are ramping up investment and intensifying their content libraries. Blending culture and drama, tradition and modernity, these stories are increasingly drawing ...

Shahid streams Egyptian feature film ‘The White Dress’

April 18, 2025

The film is produced by Film Clinic and The Planet Studios

Preschool series ‘Pocoyo’ returns to MENA via MBC Group

April 17, 2025

The series will be available on streaming platform Shahid and MBC3.

Global film industry to converge in Qatar at Qumra 2023

Qumra 2025 opens with record global participation

April 5, 2025

Qumra 2025 has welcomed accomplished industry professionals from 50 nations to provide constructive feedback during one-on-one sessions and specially curated industry consultations

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

March 18, 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 ...

Technology, media entities unite to build trust in online content

Ramadan drama ‘Muawiya’ by MBC Group stirs controversy across Arab world

March 5, 2025

Religious figures in Egypt have also criticised the show for its portrayal of early Muslim figures.

Shahid enhances streaming operations with Mediagenix On-Demand integration

February 25, 2025

Shahid's choice to adopt Mediagenix On-Demand ultimately came down to keeping up with growth and changes in MENA's booming streaming market, which is projected to reach a revenue total of ...

MBC Group returns as Red Sea International Film Festival strategic partner

MBC Group launches entertainment service aggregator MBCNOW

February 24, 2025

To celebrate launch, MBCNOW arrives with two months of complimentary subscription.

Shahid now available on HUAWEI AppGallery

February 21, 2025

To further amplify growth, Shahid is leveraging Petal Ads’ advanced advertising capabilities to target key audiences and enhance user engagement across the regional market.

SoftAtHome provides Alexa voice control feature to Etisalat by e&

MBC Media Solutions reveals Ramadan 2025 lineup and ads strategy

January 17, 2025

For this year, MBC’s lineup features a mix of productions, spanning comedies, dramas, talk shows and culturally rich content.

Monetising content in a competitive regional market

January 9, 2025

No conference is complete without a discussion on monetisation. Our high-profile OTT discussion at the BroadcastPro Summit explored strategies for content localisation, partnerships, collaborations, user engagement, and the integration of ...

BBC Show ‘Million Pound Menu’ heads to Egypt

December 6, 2024

In a format similar to Shark Tank Egypt, each episode of the show will allow three aspiring chefs to present their culinary concepts live in a pop-up restaurant for 48 ...

Netflix is still on top – but what’s next for streaming profitability?

by Lalita Tadikonda

November 22, 2024

For market challengers and incumbent leaders, every subscriber and every dollar counts.

Fields of gold

November 14, 2024

Katara Studios recently launched its second Arabic co-production, 'Chasing Dreams', on MBC Group’s streaming platform Shahid. Hussein Fakhri, Chief Commercial Officer and Executive Producer at Katara Studios, talks to BroadcastPro ...

MBC to launch in-house ad and sales unit, ends contract with Choueiri Group

Shahid powers MBC’s revenue surge to SAR2.9bn for 9M 2024

November 11, 2024

Net profitability across the Group’s three business segments showed solid improvement in 9M 2024, led by Shahid’s performance which delivered a YoY increase of 35.9% in revenue.

The ASBU BroadcastPro Awards 2024 winners revealed

November 7, 2024

The Awards honour excellence in the MENA satellite, broadcast, film and streaming markets.

‘Khareef Al Qalb’ now out on MBC1 and Shahid

October 29, 2024

'Khareef Al Qalb' is the Saudi adaptation of hit K-series 'Autumn in My Heart' and remake of Turkish series 'Paramparça'.

Toonz Media & RFK Global partner to launch new anime superhero

October 18, 2024

The 3D animated series is directed by Saudi director Saad Aldouweghri, created by British creative director Leo Wilcox and written by Saudi writer Loulwa Alireza.

Viacom18’s DesiPlay TV available on Starz On in MENA

October 17, 2024

DesiPlay TV's presence on Starz On, a prominent streaming platform in the region, is expected to further fuel its popularity and reach among Hindi content consuming audiences.

MBC and Tokyopop announce new anime production lineup

October 17, 2024

Fuji TV's 'Kami.app Season 2' and Happinet Phantom Studios' 'Acro Trip' will stream as simulcasts on Shahid.

Season 7 of ‘Arabs Got Talent’ premieres on October 16

October 15, 2024

The show will be aired on MBC1, MBC Masr, MBC5, MBC IRAQ, and Shahid.

Shahid VIP adds French Group’s channels to portfolio

Zain Bahrain introduces Wiyana Entertainment upgrade

October 14, 2024

Customers can avail complimentary subscriptions to premium streaming platforms such as Shahid and TOD.

Announcing the ASBU BroadcastPro ME Awards 2024 shortlist

October 11, 2024

The awards will be hosted at the the Habtoor Grand, Dubai Marina on November 6.

TVF International expands reach in MENA

October 9, 2024

Al Arabiya, Al Jazeera Arabic, Shahid and BBC Arabic buy rights for several programmes from the distributor.

Manga Productions to release 2D animation series ‘Future’s Folktales’ in 2020

Saudi anime ‘Future’s Folktales’ drops second season’s trailer

October 8, 2024

Fifteen Saudi artists and producers from Manga Productions have contributed to character design and creative direction of the series.

Katara Studios releases trailer for Arabic docu-series ‘Chasing Dreams’

Katara Studios releases ‘Chasing Dreams’ on Shahid

October 4, 2024

'Chasing Dreams' is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Bassel Ghandour.

Bidaya Media and MBC Group release animated series ‘Mansour: Age of AI’ on Shahid

September 25, 2024

The show is available in both English and Arabic to audiences across the Middle East and North Africa region.

Saudia expands in-flight entertainment with exclusive Shahid content

September 24, 2024

Saudia’s in-flight entertainment system, BEYOND, offers more than 5,000 hours of HD content, encompassing a wide range of international and regional films and television shows.

Egyptian documentary ‘7th Century Before Birth’ now streaming on Shahid

September 23, 2024

The documentary tells the story of Anwar Elkamony, an Egyptian tennis player suffering from bone marrow suppression .

Clarity in motion

September 23, 2024

Samsung Gulf Electronics recently introduced its AI-powered Neo QLED 8K TV sets, showcasing advanced AI-driven picture quality, 8K upscaling and a raft of features that mark a significant step toward ...

Saudi Arabia’s streaming market shifts as local content gains popularity

September 21, 2024

By Q1 2024, Arabic streaming platform Shahid claimed the top position, with STC TV, another local platform, following closely behind.

Shahid to release Egyptian thriller ‘Flight 404’ starring Mona Zaki

Egypt selects ‘Flight 404’ starring Mona Zaki for 2025 Oscar submission

September 19, 2024

Flight 404, a box office hit in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, is produced by Film Clinic and Lagoonie Film Production, in collaboration with Pictures Entertainment Group and Hi Media Production.

Katara Studios releases trailer for Arabic docu-series ‘Chasing Dreams’

September 17, 2024

As Katara Studios' second Arabic production, 'Chasing Dreams' underscores their commitment to creating original Arabic content and telling meaningful stories.

Mobily partners with MMS to sponsor Saudi Roshn League broadcasts

September 17, 2024

Mobily will advertise on SSC channels and the Shahid platform, the league's official broadcasters in the MENA region

DICM 2024 set to host global content industry leaders

August 22, 2024

Dubai International Content Market 2024 will also feature a lineup of topics and speakers at DICM Talks.

MBC1 and Shahid announce Arabic adaptation of Turkish series ‘Al Ameel’

August 19, 2024

The-new series, which will be released on August 25, features prominent Syrian and Lebanese actors, headlined by Ayman Zeidan.

Aurora Media Worldwide expands into Middle East

August 15, 2024

The new Riyadh office and planned production hub in Abu Dhabi will be led by James Pearce.

Ithra and Film Clinic release BTS footage of ‘Hajjan’ ahead of premiere at Red Sea Film Festival

Shahid streams Saudi film ‘Hajjan’

August 12, 2024

The film is a co-production between King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture and Egyptian producer Mohamed Hefzy’s Film Clinic.

Shahid to release Egyptian drama ‘Omar Effendi’ on August 18

August 11, 2024

The series is written by Mostafa Hamdi and directed by Abdel-Rahman Abu-Ghazala.

MBC Group reports 359.8% increase in net income in H1 2024

August 8, 2024