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.

In a move that further fuels audience excitement for the upcoming drama season, the production company behind the series "Ala Ad El Hob" (As Much as Love) announced a major artistic surprise: the addition of Lebanese star Elissa, known as the "Queen of Feelings," to sing the theme song for the series, which stars Egyptian actress Nelly Karim and is scheduled to air during Ramadan 2026. This announcement reinforces expectations of the show's success, given Elissa's immense popularity in Egypt and the Arab world.

Details of the credits and artistic collaboration

The highly anticipated opening theme song isn't just distinguished by Elissa's voice; it also boasts a professional musical team that ensures a complete and polished musical experience. The song is composed by the talented lyricist Aziz El Shafei, who has achieved phenomenal success in recent years with his memorable melodies, while the musical arrangement is handled by the accomplished Nader Hamdy. This artistic trio (Elissa, El Shafei, and Hamdy) promises a musical introduction worthy of the drama's scale and poised to be a strong contender in the Ramadan song race.

Elissa and a history of success in drama theme songs

Elissa's participation in singing television series theme songs is a valuable addition to any drama. The Lebanese star boasts a rich archive of theme songs that achieved resounding success and whose fame transcended the series themselves, such as the theme songs for "Law," "Ya Reit," and "Did Maghoul." Elissa's return to singing for a series starring Nelly Karim evokes memories of past successes and reflects the mutual trust between Egyptian drama producers and Elissa's voice, which excels at expressing complex human emotions—a perfect match for the nature of the new series.

The story and cast of the TV series "Ala Qad El Hob"

The series "Ala Ad El Hob" (As Much as Love) unfolds within a social and romantic framework, a genre in which Nelly Karim excels. It highlights the intricacies of human relationships and the delicate details of family life in a captivating narrative. The series comprises 30 episodes, written by Mustafa Gamal Hashem, directed by Khaled Saeed, and produced by Sally Wali.

The series features a stellar cast of drama stars, including Sherif Salama alongside Nelly Karim, as well as notable appearances by Ahmed Saeed Abdelghani, Ahmed Magdy, Maha Nassar, Mahmoud El-Leithy, Mohamed Abu Dawood, Mohamed Ali Rizk, Safaa El-Toukhy, and Randa Ibrahim, promising a strong acting competition.

Nelly Karim and Sherif Salama duo

This dramatic collaboration between Nelly Karim and Sherif Salama capitalizes on the artistic chemistry they recently developed in cinema. Their last film together was "Gawaza Wala Ganaza" (Marriage or Funeral), which also featured Laila Elwi and Adel Karam. Moving this duo from the big screen to Ramadan television drama reflects the creators' desire to leverage this synergy to deliver a love story and a social commentary that will resonate with viewers during Ramadan 2026.

The production company of the series “Proof of Lineage” has put an end to the controversy and mystery that surrounded the work for a long time, officially announcing that the series, starring Tunisian star Dorra, will join the Ramadan drama race for 2026, after a series of production setbacks that caused it to be excluded from the previous two seasons.

The project's revival via Al-Nahar channel

In a move that has revived hope for actress Dorra's fans, Al-Nahar TV has released the official promotional posters for the series, confirming the end of the crises that plagued the production and confirming its final broadcast date. This announcement puts an end to a period of speculation surrounding the fate of the series, which is considered one of the most anticipated dramas due to its storyline and the social issues it addresses.

A long journey of postponements and crises

The road to producing the series "Proof of Lineage" was far from easy; the project faced significant production challenges that kept it shelved for over two years. Initially slated to compete in the Ramadan 2024 television season, time constraints and production crises prevented this, leading to its postponement to the 2025 season. With continued setbacks, the series disappeared from screens once again, before its creators finally settled on airing it in Ramadan 2026, making it one of the most prominent early series to secure its place in the following season.

A distinguished cast and a complex social story

The series boasts a stellar cast of Egyptian drama stars, with the screenplay and dialogue penned by Mohamed Nayer and directed by Ahmed Abdo. Dorra stars alongside a constellation of actors, most notably Mahmoud Abdel-Moghni, Nabil Eissa, Walaa El-Sherif, Sedky Sakhr, Mohsen Mohi El-Din, Hend Abdel-Halim, Hagar El-Sharnouby, and Fatouh Ahmed. The story unfolds within a social drama framework, exploring complex issues of lineage and family problems—a genre that typically enjoys a wide audience across the Arab world.

Complex technical and personal challenges

In this project, Dorra is taking on a role completely different from her previous ones, describing it as a "complex character" that demands significant psychological effort to portray its inner transformations. This type of role offers an artist an opportunity to showcase their acting abilities beyond stereotypes, presenting Dorra with a new challenge to prove her talent in difficult and complex dramatic territory.

Dorra competes with herself in Ramadan 2026

What's exciting for actress Dorra in Ramadan 2026 is that she won't be limiting herself to the series "Ithbat Nasab" (Proof of Lineage), but will also appear in another role in the series "Ali Clay." Dorra co-stars in this major production with Ahmed El Awady, and the cast includes prominent names such as Mahmoud El Bazawy, Entisar, Yara El Sokary, Essam El Sakka, and Mohamed Tharwat. This intense artistic activity indicates the Tunisian star's desire to make up for her previous absences and firmly establish herself as one of the leading actresses in Arab and Egyptian drama.