In an unexpected surprise that shook the artistic community as the Ramadan season approached, the set of the series “Immunity,” starring Hend Sabry, witnessed the end of the marital life between artist Maha Nassar and director Hussein El-Manbawy, as the divorce was officially finalized after a marriage that lasted nearly five years, amidst a state of astonishment among the crew.

Behind the scenes of the dispute and separation on the film set

Sources close to the production team confirmed that tensions had been running high between the couple on set in recent days. The disagreements began gradually and escalated until they reached an impasse, leading both parties to decide on a final separation and official divorce while still busy filming scenes for the series scheduled to air next Ramadan.

Professionalism prevails despite personal pain

Despite the difficult situation and its natural psychological impact, the couple set an example of professionalism; both Maha Nassar and Hussein El-Manbawy are committed to the filming schedule for the series "Mana'a" (Immunity). Reports indicate that the separation has not negatively affected the workflow or the timeline set for meeting the Ramadan season deadline, as they continue to work together to produce the series in the best possible way, completely separating their now-dead personal lives from their professional obligations.

Ongoing artistic partnership at “The Meter”

The collaboration between Maha Nassar and her ex-husband Hussein El-Manbawy this season isn't limited to the series "Mana'a" (Immunity). They are also working together on another major drama project, the series "El-Metr" (The Meter), starring Amr Saad. Maha has already completed filming approximately two weeks' worth of her scenes in this project, and filming is scheduled to resume after the end of Ramadan, confirming the continuation of their artistic partnership despite their marital separation.

A history of shared successes and a love story

The couple's relationship dates back to 2020, when their love story blossomed during their first collaboration on the hit series "Al-Fatwa," starring Yasser Galal. This romance culminated in marriage in 2021, and the following years saw a series of successful artistic collaborations that demonstrated a special artistic chemistry between the director and his wife, the actress.

Among their most notable collaborations after marriage was the 2022 series "Jazirat Ghamam," which garnered widespread critical acclaim and starred Tarek Lotfy, Mai Ezz El-Din, and Fathy Abdel Wahab. That same year, they worked together on the series "Akher Dor," starring Dina El Sherbiny, culminating in the 2023 Ramadan series "Souq El Kanto," starring Amir Karara and Mai Ezz El-Din. Today's news of their divorce brings their married life to a close, while their artistic work remains a testament to a significant phase in their professional careers.

In an episode filled with human emotion and artistic support, the prominent Egyptian media personality Mona El-Shazly her deep sadness and profound concern for the circumstances that star Sherine Abdel Wahab , stressing that Sherine's voice is no longer just a means of entertainment, but has become a sensitive chord of pain within her due to the successive crises that the artist is experiencing.

A touching message: Your voice makes me cry

During her appearance on her popular show "Ma'akum" (With You) on ON TV, Shazly revealed her conflicting emotions when listening to Sherine's new or old songs. Visibly moved, she said, "Any song I listen to by Sherine Abdel Wahab, even if it's upbeat and catchy, almost makes me cry. I feel a deep sadness because of the difficult circumstances surrounding her." She added, describing her feelings, "I'm heartbroken for this great voice because its owner is suffering.".

Al-Shazly did not merely express sadness, but also directed a strong message of hope and support to “Sawt Masr” (Voice of Egypt), wishing it to regain happiness and peace of mind, and the ability to overcome the psychological and personal obstacles that kept it away from its wide audience for periods of time.

Sherine Abdel Wahab: An icon who defies crises

Mona El-Shazly's remarks come at a difficult time for Sherine Abdel Wahab, a period that has captured the attention of the Egyptian and Arab public. Sherine is considered one of the most important voices in the Arab world over the past two decades, with her songs becoming part of the collective memory of her audience. Despite personal and legal challenges with production companies, Sherine continues to strive for artistic success, demonstrating a determination to persevere through the storms.

Critics believe that the media and public's sympathy for Sherine stems from her huge artistic record and her influence extending from the Atlantic to the Gulf, where she is not seen as an ordinary singer, but as a special artistic case characterized by spontaneity and a unique talent that is rarely repeated.

Ayman Bahgat Qamar: Separate art from personal life

In the same vein, during his appearance on the same program, screenwriter and lyricist Ayman Bahgat Qamar the need to change the public's perception and treatment of artists. Qamar called for a complete separation between the personal life of artist Sherine Abdel Wahab and her artistic work.

Qamar questioned the excessive focus on personal details, asking, "Why are we preoccupied with her personal problems?" He emphasized that the sole criterion for judgment should be the quality of the artwork. He cited his own experience, explaining that an artist might appear smiling in interviews or write cheerful words while their heart aches with pain; therefore, appearances don't reflect reality, and the audience only gets the "final product.".

A resounding success outside the box

Ayman Bahgat Qamar pointed to a crucial point regarding Sherine's artistic strength, noting her recent and dazzling success in the collection of songs she released recently in collaboration with a select group of music producers such as Aziz El Shafei , Tamer Hussein , Madian , and distributor Touma .

Qamar emphasized that these works achieved widespread popularity and "broke the world" - as he put it - despite the absence of traditional production support and the lack of a production company behind them in light of the ongoing conflicts, which proves that Sherine's talent is capable of imposing itself under any circumstances, and that the public is always eager for her sophisticated art away from the din of crises.

The Egyptian Musicians Syndicate, headed by its president, artist Mustafa Kamel, issued an urgent decision to suspend popular singer Donia El-Alfy from performing and engaging in any artistic activity, and to refer her immediately for investigation. This decisive decision comes as part of the syndicate's ongoing efforts to regulate the artistic scene and uphold the values ​​and public ethics that govern musical work in Egypt.

Details of the shocking incident

The syndicate's swift action came after a controversial video circulated on social media showing Donia El-Alfy performing at a wedding and engaging in a heated argument with a guest. The situation escalated regrettably when the singer directed vulgar and offensive language at the man over the microphone before spitting on him in front of all the guests, causing outrage and confusion in the hall and forcing the wedding to be halted.

The union's policy during the era of Mustafa Kamil

This decision is not an isolated incident, but rather consistent with the general policy adopted by the current board of the Musicians Syndicate, headed by artist Mustafa Kamel. Since assuming office, the syndicate has prioritized "raising public taste" and "regulating theatrical conduct." The past period has witnessed a significant tightening of oversight on festival performers and popular singers to ensure their adherence to appropriate language and proper conduct when interacting with the public. The syndicate considers artists to be ambassadors of Egyptian art and believes they should not do anything that tarnishes this venerable image.

Legal and disciplinary procedures

Procedurally, the decision to suspend and refer for investigation means freezing all permits granted to the artist Donia El-Alfy and preventing her from performing at public or private events or hotels until she appears before the Syndicate's investigation committee. The legal committee will confront her with the circulated video clip and hear her account of the incident. Based on the investigation's findings, the artist may face penalties ranging from a warning or a fine to an extension of her suspension. The penalty could even reach permanent expulsion if serious violations that harm the profession's reputation are proven.

The importance of deterrence and public protection

This incident is particularly significant in the context of regulating the relationship between artists and the public. While artists sometimes face harassment during their work, union regulations and artistic norms require them to exercise restraint and avoid reactions that might violate the law or public decency. Observers of the arts scene believe that the union's swift response to this incident sends a strong deterrent message to all those working in the arts: deviating from the norm or offending the public is a red line that cannot be crossed, in order to preserve the prestige of Egyptian art and respect society.