Sabah el kheir, Lovin Cairo fam! 🌞 Can you believe we’re already halfway through Ramadan? Time is flying faster than a post-iftar dessert run! As always, the Ramadan drama is serving piping hot tea—Mai Omar clapping back at the haters over her dancer role in Ish Ish, and Makkah Mohamed Salah finally making her much-awaited debut in Kamel El Addad! Buckle up, because there’s never a dull moment this szn. Happy reading, and Ramadan Kareem! ✨

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👀 Mai Omar Shuts Down ‘Ish Ish’ Controversy…. “I Won’t Ever Harm Society’s Morals”

• Mai Omar’s latest Ramadan series, Ish Ish, has been at the center of quite the debate. From AI-powered dance moves to heated discussions about language, the show has sparked conversation!

• Some have even gone as far as claiming that it promotes ideas that could “destroy society.”

• With all the buzz surrounding Ish Ish, Mai Omar decided to set the record straight. In a recent interview, she made it clear that she would never be part of anything that harms society’s morals, and her latest project is no exception.

• According to her, Ish Ish is simply a social story—nothing indecent, nothing scandalous.

• One of the biggest controversies surrounding Ish Ish is the use of dance in the series, especially during Ramadan.

• Critics argue that dancing is inappropriate for the holy month, no matter how it’s presented. But Mai Omar countered this argument by emphasizing that the choreography and costumes were done respectfully.

• And as for the language used in the series? She had a simple response: That’s just how people in that world talk.

• Despite Mai’s reassurances, not everyone is on board. Some believe that when it comes to dancing, there’s no such thing as “respectful” or “disrespectful”—it simply doesn’t belong in Ramadan dramas.

RAMADAN SHARABLES

🍿 Sharable bits and tips! 

• Makkah Mohamed Salah just made her Kamel El Adad! Like father, like daughter? We see it! 👀

• History, heroism, and Ramadan vibes! 🇪🇬 Mohamed Ramadan hosts Ahmed El-Mansy’s son on Madfa’ Ramadan to honor the legendary 10th of Ramadan victory!

• You know 80 Bako’s set is 🔥 when the vibes are this goooood!

• She cried and didn't accept his apology… Was the scene between Ahmed Zaher and his daughter a bit too real? 🤔

• Turning daily commutes into daily inspiration! 🚗💡 Ayman Abbas is giving local businesses the spotlight they deserve this holy month! 🌙

LOVIN RAMADAN DRAMA

🤔 Acting Went Too Far? Ahmed Zaher & Malak Zaher’s Scene is Igniting Heated Arguments

• The internet is in an uproar after a shocking scene in the series Seed El Nas, where actor Ahmed Zaher was seen physically hitting his real-life daughter, Malak Zaher, during an intense moment in the show.

• The emotional weight of the scene, coupled with Malak’s reaction off-screen, has left the internet wondering: was it all just acting, or did Ahmed Zaher really hit his daughter?

• In the episode, Zaher’s character is shown aggressively yelling at and physically striking Malak, an emotionally charged performance that felt disturbingly real to many viewers.

• As soon as the episode aired, a wave of outrage flooded social media, with fans expressing their shock and discomfort over the intensity of the scene.

• Many questioned whether the violence was necessary or if Zaher might have taken things too far, especially since Malak’s post-scene reaction suggested genuine distress.

• Shortly after the backlash, Ahmed Zaher took to Instagram to address the controversy. In his post, he publicly apologized to Malak, saying that as her father, he’s so sorry, but as the character, he’s absolutely not.

• This statement, however, did little to calm the storm. Many found it unsettling that Malak, despite being an actress, did not accept the apology.

• She even responded by saying that she was packing her stuff and leaving the house, hinting at how deeply the moment affected her.

• What truly intensified the controversy was Malak’s apparent genuine emotional distress.

• She reportedly cried after the scene, a reaction that has led people to believe the impact of the moment was more than just scripted drama.

• To make matters even more intriguing, her sister, Laila Zaher, chimed in on the conversation and commenting on her father’s Instagram post, Laila simply wrote that what’s done is done.

MORE SHARABLES JUST FOR YOUUU!

🍿 Sharable bits and tips! 

• Just when you thought Phaedra El Masri was about to stir some controversy.. her furry friend saves the day!

• Queue in “Ramadan f masr haga tanya” 😂

• Olympian Abdelrahman El Araby takes Eslam Kabonga's viral song global!🔥

• A chill Upper Egyptian clapping back and breaking stereotypes to the beats of Kendrick Lamar! 🎤

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🎂🍫🥮🍮🧁 20 Viral Ramadan Desserts For 2025 That Will Have Everyone Talking!

• Heading to a family gathering or an Iftar with friends? You can’t show up empty-handed! But not just any dessert will do—you need a VIRAL dessert. This Ramadan, we’ve rounded up the most outrageous, indulgent, and buzz-worthy desserts that will have you flexing your dessert game like never before!

  20. Kunafa Tower – Sultana

• The Kunafa Tower is here to dominate the dessert scene. Layered with crispy kunafa, rich cream, and drizzled with a dreamy syrup, this masterpiece is a showstopper at any Iftar table.

  19. The Wow Cake – Sultana

• Sultana never misses when it comes to indulgence, and The Wow Cake is no exception! With layers of chocolate, cream, and caramel goodness, this dessert is here to steal the show (and maybe a few spoons from your plate)

  18. The Break It Series – Sultana

• Imagine cracking open a chocolate shell to reveal a hidden treasure of sweet surprises—that’s the magic of the Break It Series! A playful, interactive dessert experience that’s perfect for Instagram (and your sweet tooth)

  17. Pull Me Pistachio Cake – Sultana

• This one’s for the pistachio lovers! Picture this: a soft, fluffy cake flooded with molten pistachio chocolate glaze. Pull, pour, and swoon.

  16. Marshmallow Biscotti – Sultana

• Crunchy biscotti meets gooey marshmallow in this unexpected yet heavenly combo. It’s sweet, crispy, creamy, and totally addicting.

  15. The Giant Cookie Series – Nude Bakery

• This lineup is a chocoholic’s dream come true! Whether you’re team Kinder, Nutella, White Chocolate Lotus, or Big Belgian Giant Cookie, Nude Bakery is serving up some serious dessert goals.

  14. Pecan Crunch – Crème

• Kunafa, whipping cream, toasted pecans, and custard all in one? YES, PLEASE! This one’s got texture, flavor, and the ultimate Iftar dessert vibes.

  13. Matilda Ramadan Edition – Crème

• If you thought the classic Matilda Cake couldn’t get any better… add kunafa. Enough said.

  12. Cloud Berry – Crème

• Fluffy, fruity, and irresistibly light, the Cloud Berry dessert is here to take you straight to dessert heaven

  11. Sawabe3 Bibo – Nola

• Forget Sawabe3 Zeinab—this year, it’s all about Bibo! A buttery, syrupy, melt-in-your-mouth delight that will have you obsessed.

  10. Safaye7 Dubai Pancakes – Nola

• Dubai-style crepes have been everywhere, and now Nola has leveled up with this ultra-rich pancake creation.

• There are 10 MORE dessert items waiting for you to explore! Click here for the full list!

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• When you’re out, running errands and simply Lovin your life, you have your handy dandy flask to keep your drinks cool. You’ve got your cap to shade you from the sun, your notebook to record your brightest ideas.

• Anything and everything that’ll remind you that you’re lovin’ life, there’s a Lovin Merch product for you.

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