Pamela El Kik wears a dress inspired by the Palestinian keffiyeh and sends a message to the world
Pamela El Kik wore a dress inspired by the Palestinian keffiyeh at BIAF She wanted to send a message to the world about what the people in Gaza are going through
Lebanese actress Pamela El Kik turned heads during her appearance at the 12th edition of the “BIAF” Festival held in the Lebanese capital, Beirut, with a striking look that carried a profound humanitarian message.
Pamela dazzled in a gown designed by Nour Bandakji, inspired by the iconic Palestinian keffiyeh. The dress came in black and white and was adorned with the traditional keffiyeh patterns, symbolizing struggle and identity.
The long, form-fitting dress stood out for its understated elegance. Pamela deliberately refrained from wearing any jewelry and opted for minimal makeup, aiming to highlight her message of solidarity with Gaza, far from superficial glamour.
In her remarks, she stated that “art is a message,” and chose to convey hers through this powerful appearance. She emphasized that the ongoing siege and bombardment endured by the people of Gaza — a result of Tel Aviv’s inhumane policies — must not be met with the world's silence.
A Humanitarian Message
Pamela El Kik quickly became a trending topic across social media platforms. Praise poured in for her bold fashion choice and the message it carried.
Videos of her walking the red carpet spread like wildfire, accompanied by supportive and admiring comments from users who saw in her appearance a powerful embodiment of the idea that art can be a form of resistance and solidarity — transcending beauty and fashion.
BIAF Festival: A Night of Glamour
On Sunday evening, all eyes in the Arab entertainment world turned to Beirut, which hosted one of the most dazzling nights of the year with the launch of the 12th edition of the Beirut International Awards Festival (BIAF). The event honored a distinguished group of Arab stars and creatives, in the presence of prominent figures from the artistic and media scenes.
On the red carpet, celebrities competed for the most captivating looks. Refreshing summer colors such as yellow, pink, and blue dominated, with a wide range of designs — from figure-hugging cuts to long dresses and dramatic fringe details that added flair to many of the gowns.