The crisis between actress Hend Sabry and actress Maha Nassar has dominated social media platforms in recent hours, following the intervention of veteran actress Nashwa Mustafa with a humanitarian initiative aimed at mending the rift and ending the dispute between the two stars, which was related to the behind-the-scenes filming of their new series “Immunity”, scheduled to be shown during the upcoming Ramadan marathon.

Nashwa Mustafa's initiative: A call for tolerance

In a gesture reflecting camaraderie and affection, actress Nashwa Mustafa posted a heartfelt message on her official Facebook page, calling for an end to disputes and quoting the hadith, "The best of you is the one who initiates peace." Nashwa praised the character and conduct of Tunisian star Hend Sabri, recalling their collaboration on the 2008 series "After the Separation.".

Nashwa wrote: “In 2008, I worked with Hend Sabry on the series ‘After the Separation,’ and she was an incredibly refined woman. I went 16 years without seeing her, except for one chance encounter at the airport, where she greeted me with genuine joy and love.” She also revealed a noble act of kindness from Hend Sabry following the death of Nashwa’s husband, as she would call her daily to check on her and her children, despite having no shared interests at the time.

On the other hand, Nashwa Mustafa did not neglect to praise the talent of the artist Maha Nassar, whom she met for the first time after her brilliance in the series “Oasis of the Sunset”, describing her as “a beautiful, talented girl”, concluding her message with a prayer: “May God improve the situation, the world is not worth quarrels.”.

The roots of the crisis and the behind-the-scenes story of "immunity"

The details of the crisis stem from a cryptic post Maha Nassar published on her Instagram account, in which she launched a scathing attack using terms like "black heart" and "jealousy," before concluding the post by explicitly mentioning Hind's name and demanding that she cease her campaigns against her and actress Huda El-Etreby. This post, which was later deleted, fueled speculation about deep-seated disagreements behind the scenes of the series "Mana'a" (Immunity).

In her post, Maha explained that she had remained silent for two months, but what she described as "insults" and "belittling" in front of everyone compelled her to break her silence, noting that "living without dignity is worthless." The public linked this attack to the circulating news about Maha Nassar's separation from her husband, director Hussein El-Manbawy, who is directing the same series, further complicating the situation.

The impact of Ramadan season pressures

These disputes come at a critical time, as drama producers race against the clock to finish filming their Ramadan series, a period marked by heightened psychological and emotional pressure on set. The series "Immunity" is one of the most anticipated, making any disagreement among its stars a focus of media and public attention.

In a related context, star Hend Sabry remained completely silent regarding these accusations, preferring to focus on her artistic work, while artist Huda El-Etreby rushed to deny the existence of any dispute between her and Hend Sabry, by publishing friendly pictures of them together from behind the scenes of filming, to confirm that the atmosphere between them is stable, contrary to what was stated in Maha Nassar’s message.

One of the most prominent partnerships in the world of Arab digital content creation has officially come to an end, as the “Al-Daheeh” program, presented by the famous content creator Ahmed Al-Ghandour, announced the end of its journey with “New Media” after a five-year run, during which the program’s episodes achieved record numbers and unprecedented public interaction.

End of an era and a new beginning

In an official statement published on the program's official Facebook page, the team bid farewell to the audience and the production company with heartfelt words, emphasizing that this step represents the end of one chapter of the program, not the end of the concept. The post read: "After nearly five years on air, El Da7ee7 reaches the end of its journey with New Media. Indeed, we began with a simple idea: to make knowledge more accessible and the world less monotonous.".

The statement explained how the idea evolved from mere educational content into a societal phenomenon, saying: “This idea has transformed into a community of dear viewers who have grown up with us and we with them, so we have learned together and shared curiosity.”.

Astronomical figures and a transboundary impact

"Al-Daheeh" was more than just a fleeting program; it transformed into a sweeping digital phenomenon. The statement revealed that the show's episodes garnered over 4.7 billion views across various digital platforms during its years of partnership with New Media. The team commented on this staggering figure with a touch of humanity: "Behind every number on the screen is a human being who gave us their time and energy to tell them a story about the world."

This figure is conclusive proof of the success of the “Al-Ghandour” approach to simplifying science (Pop Science), as he was able to combine comedy with complex academic information, making scientific content palatable to millions in the Arab world, thus surpassing many traditional entertainment programs.

Companion of students and expatriates

The statement addressed the profound social impact the program had on its viewers, noting that "Al-Daheeh" was more than just entertainment; it was a daily companion. The post continued: "Al-Daheeh entered schools, universities, and minibuses; he was a companion on journeys and a friend during times of hardship. On trains and in airports, during long waits, he was a welcome presence with whom we shared meals... and he was the reason for many people's peaceful sleep.".

This impact reflects the added value provided by the program, as it became an informal reference for students and a means of self-education for broad segments of the Arab public, thus contributing to the promotion of the culture of "edutainment" in the region.

Has Al-Daheeh stopped for good?

Despite the farewell tone, the post's conclusion held good news for followers, hinting that the hiatus was temporary and that a return was imminent. The team concluded the statement by thanking their partners and audience, saying: "Thank you to all the team members who contributed to this experience and to our partners on this journey. Thank you to the platform that supported and embraced us. Thank you, dear viewers... Until we meet again soon with new resources.".

The phrase “until we meet again soon and with new sources” confirms that Ahmed El Ghandour and his team are preparing for a new phase, which may include different production partnerships or a new format for the show, leaving the door open for speculation about the future of one of the most famous Arabic content programs ever.

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.