Pay TV network OSN has announced that it has invested in 15 brand new shows including the OSN-produced reality series Mousameh Karim, starring George Kordahi, at a press conference in Dubai yesterday. Kordahi was at the press meet along with Sirine Abdelnour and Sherif Salama, who will star in two other shows Seirat Hob and […]
Pay TV network OSN has announced that it has invested in 15 brand new shows including the OSN-produced reality series Mousameh Karim, starring George Kordahi, at a press conference in Dubai yesterday. Kordahi was at the press meet along with Sirine Abdelnour and Sherif Salama, who will star in two other shows Seirat Hob and Al Khatiaah respectively. These shows will be broadcast on OSNs Arabic channel, OSN Ya Hala HD.
Mousameh Karim marks OSNs second original production this year following the positive response it received to El Boss. Based on the popular international format Youve Got Mail, OSNs Arabic adaptation will see George Kordahis return to television after four years in a never-seen-before role.
Speaking about OSNs investment in local content creation, David Butorac, Chief Executive Officer, OSN, said: Since the inception of OSNs flagship Arabic channel, OSN Ya Hala HD, we have been committed to provide a platform that not only showcases unmatched content but also elevates the regions television industry. We have made significant investments in Arabic content, talent and production to make sure we provide an unparalleled line-up of entertainment and we will continue to bring the best in Arabic content to our subscribers.
Highlighting the importance of forgiveness, George Kordahis Mousameh Karim premieres on April 4. The show reaches out to estranged family members and friends with the aim to reunite them.
From experience, a great show is not one that only increases viewership a great show is one that also provides a social and moral message, commented George Kordahi.
Mousameh Karim is based on the pillars of forgiveness and love and I am very pleased that OSN entrusted me to present what will be a game-changing reality series. I thank OSN for their trust in me and am confident the show will be a huge success with viewers across the Arab world.
Also premiering this April are the most sought-after Turkish shows including the hugely followed Hareem Al Sultan which returns with Season 4 on April 21, while the second season of Intiqam starring Beren Saat is back on April 1 and will continue through Ramadan.
Doubling its investment in exclusive content especially for the Holy Month of Ramdan, MENA viewers can look forward to nine brand new and exclusive dramas across OSN Ya Hala HD, OSN Ya Hala Shabab HD and OSN Ya Hala Drama HD. From leading Gulf dramas featuring the biggest names to returning seasons of popular shows, MENA viewers will be spoilt for choice.
Khulud Abu Homos, Executive Vice President, Programming & Creative Services, OSN, added: OSNs portfolio of Arabic content features something for everyone, highlighting values that resonate with the Arab community. We have made huge investments in long format dramas which Arab audiences love and look forward to. Our line-up will have viewers hooked with the biggest names in the industry, bold new stories, fresh concepts and the latest content found nowhere else.
Our Ramadan showcase is extremely special with a focus on content that epitomises the essence of the month at the same time showcasing new concepts that appeal to women.
Ramadan on OSN will be headlined by Al Khatiaah featuring Sherif Salama, renowned action drama star and ambassador of OSNs Live More CSR campaign; and the Sirine Abdelnour and Maxim Khalil starrer Seirat Hob.
Al Khatiaah narrates Yaseens story highlighting the trials and tribulations in his life following an encounter with an old colleague, soon after his divorce. Seirat Hob is an enchanting love story that guarantees to melt even tough hearts. Set in the modern Arab world, the show provides all the frills and thrills expected from a romantic drama.
Other Ramadan highlights on OSN Ya Hala include thriller series, El Ekhwaa which returns with season 2 starring the Arab worlds biggest TV personalities, Taim Hassan and Amal Bashosha; Gulf drama, Intiqam Aziz starring Naif Al Rashid will bring to light sensitive issues affecting the region; while the captivating Maysaa Moghrabi stars in Kabel Lelkaser, a story about love, heartbreak and tragedy. Fans of Hiba Regl El Ghurab can look forward to season 2 as it premieres this Ramadan with the multitalented Emmy Samir Ghanim taking viewers on new adventures.
