The film “Mamlaka” is going through pre-filming preparations Mostafa Shaaban returns to cinema after 16 years of absence

The anticipated film “Mamlaka” has sparked widespread debate recently after repeated delays in its launch, opening the door to rumors claiming that the project had been completely canceled, especially since it marks the first cinematic collaboration between Egyptian actor Mostafa Shaaban and Lebanese actress Haifa Wehbe.

The film has attracted significant attention since its announcement, not only because of this first collaboration between the two stars, but also because it marks Mostafa Shaaban’s return to the big screen after a long absence of nearly 16 years since his last film “Al Watar” in 2010, while Haifa Wehbe’s last cinematic appearance was through the film “Ramses Paris.”

A work session to prepare for the film

Amid growing questions about the fate of the project, Mostafa Shaaban revealed that next week will witness a work session bringing him together with Haifa Wehbe to finalize the film’s last details, paving the way for filming to begin in the coming period, confirming that the project still exists and has not been canceled.

For his part, the film’s writer Ihab Bleibel had previously denied reports about the project being stopped or frozen, explaining that the film is currently going through the usual preparation phase before filming, which includes the necessary artistic and production arrangements.

Bleibel pointed out that temporary pauses in such projects are normal in the cinema industry and do not necessarily mean cancellation, noting that the team continues to complete all artistic details, while the official filming date will be announced once full readiness is achieved.

Thus, “Mamlaka” remains one of the most anticipated projects, especially with audiences waiting to see the first cinematic meeting between Mostafa Shaaban and Haifa Wehbe, and whether this collaboration will mark a special milestone in their artistic careers.