Reem Mustafa continues filming her scenes in her latest drama series "The Art of War," a significant milestone in her career as she collaborates for the first time with star Youssef El Sherif . This highly anticipated series is scheduled to air during Ramadan 2026 and promises audiences the intense dose of suspense and excitement that fans of El Sherif's work have come to expect.

Personal details of "Yasmine El Nasharty"

In a dramatic new turn, Reem Mustafa departs from her usual roles as the quiet girl to portray a complex character named "Yasmin El Nasharty." This character is described as a woman of sharp intellect and cunning, making her a formidable adversary in the events. Yasmin enters into direct conflict and enmity with the character "Ziad," played by Youssef El Sherif. What's striking about this conflict is that it doesn't rely on physical strength, but rather on a "battle of wits" based on strategic planning, maneuvers, and preemptive strikes to control the course of the battle—a concept perfectly aligned with the series' title, "The Art of War.".

The return of successful duos and dramatic context

The series "The Art of War" holds special significance within the context of Egyptian drama, marking the reunion of Youssef El Sherif and veteran screenwriter Amr Samir Atef . This duo has previously achieved resounding success in the world of suspense and science fiction, raising expectations for this project. Reem Mustafa's participation adds a new dimension to this equation, with critics anticipating a powerful acting duel with El Sherif, especially after the initial teaser trailer revealed hints of evil and betrayal, where the character Yasmine clearly expressed her desire to get rid of Ziad.

List of heroes and creators of the work

The series stars a distinguished cast alongside the two lead actors, including Shery Adel and Islam Ibrahim, in addition to a large number of guest stars who will appear throughout the episodes. The series is directed by the acclaimed director Mahmoud Abdel-Tawab , who aims to deliver a visual style that complements the atmosphere of mystery and psychological action that pervades the script.

Reem Mustafa's remarkable artistic activity

This role reflects Reem Mustafa's current artistic activity and maturity, following her successful participation in the 2025 Ramadan drama season with the series "Sayed El Nas." In it, she starred alongside Amr Saad, and a constellation of stars including Elham Shaheen, Ahmed Zaher, and Khaled El Sawy, in a work written and directed by Mohamed Sami. This underscores her commitment to participating in high-budget productions with broad appeal.

On a magical Riyadh night, reflecting the cultural and artistic face of Saudi Arabia, the Riyadh Season an exceptional musical evening featuring the "Prince of Arab Song," artist Majid Al-Muhandis . The concert took place amidst a massive audience that filled the theater, and the remarkable interaction reflected Al-Muhandis's prestigious artistic standing and his overwhelming popularity in the Gulf and the Arab world. The evening blended feelings of love with sweet melodies in a dazzling celebratory atmosphere.

This concert is part of a series of major events organized by Riyadh Season, which has become a landmark on the global entertainment map, transforming the Saudi capital into a leading tourist and cultural destination in the region. The participation of A-list stars like Majid Al-Muhandis is particularly significant, as it contributes to boosting the artistic and cultural scene and underscores the success of the General Entertainment Authority in attracting top artists to deliver unforgettable experiences for audiences.

A selection of the most beautiful songs and enthusiastic audience interaction

During the concert, Al-Muhandis performed a diverse selection of his most famous songs, ranging from traditional Tarab music to modern rhythms, which the audience enthusiastically sang along to. In a gesture of loyalty and appreciation, Al-Muhandis emphasized his deep pride in the Riyadh audience, saying, "Their interaction is a constant motivation for me to deliver my best." He noted that the Saudi audience holds a very special place in his artistic career and that he is always keen to select and present new works that meet their refined taste and high expectations.

A surprise duet with Ali Saber

The evening was not without its pleasant surprises, as the stage witnessed a special appearance by Iraqi artist and composer Ali Saber , in an artistic collaboration that was met with enthusiastic applause from the audience. The duo performed a duet that ignited the atmosphere and electrified the audience, adding a special flavor to the concert. Majid Al-Muhandis commented on this participation, emphasizing that Ali Saber holds a special affection for the Riyadh audience and appreciates their constant interaction with his work, which was clearly reflected in the outstanding artistic performance and the great harmony between the two stars during the evening.

The title "Voice of Love" and pride in entertainment leadership

On the sidelines of the concert, during the accompanying press conference, Majid Al-Muhandis addressed the new title bestowed upon him by the Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, Advisor Turki Al-Sheikh : "The Voice of Love." This came in response to a question posed by journalist Mohammed Saud from the newspaper "Okaz," where Al-Muhandis expressed his immense pride in the title, emphasizing that it represents a "badge of honor" for him.

The engineer praised the significant role played by Advisor Turki Al-Sheikh in the advancement of the entertainment sector, describing him as a leader and statesman of the highest caliber. He expressed his pride in their friendship and his appreciation for this generous gesture, which means a great deal to him in his career. This title reflects the official and public appreciation for the romantic and melodious style that has characterized the engineer throughout his years of service.

Riyadh Season: A Global Platform for the Arts

The evening concluded amidst enthusiastic applause and interaction, reaffirming that Riyadh Season concerts are no longer mere fleeting musical events, but have become a global artistic platform bringing together Arab music stars for exceptional evenings. These events clearly reflect the massive artistic and cultural movement taking place in Saudi Arabia as part of Vision 2030, which aims to enhance the quality of life and establish the Kingdom as a regional and international hub for culture, arts, and entertainment.

In a rare appearance and fiery statements, retired Egyptian artist Shams Al-Baroudi broke her silence to launch a scathing attack on another artist, following the latter's statements in which she claimed to have rejected a huge financial offer of one million pounds in exchange for wearing the hijab, which Al-Baroudi considered a kind of exploitation and spreading of lies.

A strongly worded message: Lying is unacceptable

Shams El Baroudi posted a direct message on her personal Facebook account, strongly criticizing the fabrication of stories for the sake of trending topics or fleeting fame. El Baroudi pointed out that lying is unbecoming of an artist's age and status, emphasizing the importance of truthfulness in both words and actions.

The retired artist cited religious motivation in her speech, recalling the hadith of the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, about the characteristics of a believer, where she denied that a believer could be a liar, in a clear indication of her doubt about the alleged financial offer.

The context of retirement and the ongoing controversy

Shams El Baroudi's statements come at a time of renewed debate within the Egyptian artistic community regarding the relationship between art and the hijab, the phenomenon of actresses retiring and then returning, and talk of financial incentives to leave the arts. Shams El Baroudi is considered an icon in this context, having decided to retire in the mid-1980s at the height of her artistic career, preferring to completely withdraw from the limelight and dedicate herself to her family life and religious observance. This lends her words considerable weight among the Egyptian and Arab public.

Al-Baroudi explained in her post that the issue of financial offers to cover or remove the head may occur, but linking it to imaginary heroics is what provokes resentment, describing those who promote these lies as having “sick hearts,” stressing that she refuses to be drawn into anger and is content with her knowledge of God and His Messenger.

Pride in the artistic past and criticism of vulgarity

Contrary to what some might think, Shams El Baroudi confirmed that she has completely reconciled with her artistic past. She explained that she feels no shame about the films she made in her youth, noting that she collaborated with some of the biggest directors, producers, and filmmakers of the golden age of Egyptian cinema.

In contrast, she expressed her sadness and displeasure with some current practices, criticizing some female artists for performing roles that focus on highlighting physical attributes in an exaggerated and vulgar manner, considering that true art lies in honesty and talent, and that only a very few continue thanks to their commitment to principles.

A call for repentance and salvation from danger

Al-Baroudi concluded her message by emphasizing that repentance for lying is obligatory, and that a true believer remains truthful no matter the temptations or surrounding circumstances, calling on her colleagues in the artistic community to adhere to truthfulness and stay away from nonsense.

In a separate incident, Shams El Baroudi reassured her fans after announcing her recent survival from a horrific car accident. She recounted the details of the incident, explaining that while she was running some errands, a car suddenly lost control, mounted the sidewalk, and overturned several times beside her. She emphasized that divine intervention saved her from certain death.