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Broadcast Pro
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Al-Manaṣa signs content exchange deal with Yango Play
This agreement supports Al-Manaṣa's strategy to enhance its content and diversify entertainment through global and regional streaming partnerships. In a strategic move to strengthen its presence in the digital streaming market, Al-Manaṣa, the digital streaming platform in Iraq, has signed a content exchange agreement with Yango Play, an entertainment platform in the Middle East and North Africa region. According to the agreement, Al-Manaṣa will acquire three Yango Originals — One Last Sin, The Magician's Segment and Prestige — giving users in Iraq the opportunity to watch them via the Al-Manaṣa app. In return, Yango Play will receive two of Al-Manaṣa's original titles — The Rass Al-Haram and Coma — to broadcast to its viewers outside of Iraq. Commenting on the agreement, Al-Manaṣa's CEO, Almuheleb AlZaidy, stated: 'We are thrilled about this collaboration with Yango Play. It marks a significant step in our ongoing mission to deliver high-quality, original content that meets the expectations of the Iraqi audience. This agreement further cements Al-Manaṣa's position as the premier digital entertainment destination in Iraq and opens new doors for presenting Arab stories with world-class production values.' Yango Play also expressed its enthusiasm about expanding its footprint in the Iraqi market through this agreement. Khalid Al Sargany, Head of Content Acquisition at Yango Play, MENA, said: 'We are pleased to sign this agreement with Al-Manaṣa, a platform that holds the trust and loyalty of Iraqi users. This collaboration supports our vision at Yango Play to bring our Yango Originals to newer markets within the MENA region.' This content exchange agreement aligns with Al-Manaṣa's broader strategy to enrich its content offering and provide a more diverse and engaging entertainment experience by expanding collaborations with leading global and regional digital content streaming platforms.
The National
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
One Last Sin: Family, power and vengeance drive new Lebanese drama
In the basement of a luxury Beirut hotel lies a grim secret – a fully fledged syndicate holding both the city and its own members captive. At its centre is Safi, the kingpin and hotel owner, who keeps his vengeful brother Ziad locked in one of the rooms, while his daughter Karma grows increasingly rebellious under his iron grip. Upstairs, Hesham, an unassuming hotel waiter, is making a quiet play of his own in trying to ingratiate himself into the family to uncover the whereabouts of his missing sister. These threads unfold across the 45-episode series One Last Sin, now streaming on Yango Play. It is a fiery Levant drama with a strong ensemble cast, led by Syrian stars Samer Ismail and Rasha Bilal, alongside Lebanese actor and singer Remie Akl. "The story itself is different, layered and rich in meaning," Ismail, who plays Hisham, tells The National. "There are multiple plot lines that intersect in a really thrilling way. As an actor, that makes it exciting to dive into. As for the audience, it's the kind of drama that keeps you hooked, eager to see what happens next." At the centre of much of that tension is Karma, played by Akl, who teeters between loyalty and revolt. "When I read the script, I realised the story is really more deeper than just betrayal," she says. "It points to a deeper social issue on how we handle betrayal between siblings and that is something many deal with." The most complex role falls to Bilal as Ruby, Karma's childhood friend and someone who knows more about the family's secrets than she lets on. It was a difficult shoot, Bilal admits, saying it took time to navigate the character's stormy emotional terrain. Ruby often projects strength through restraint. "I had a lot of discussions with the director and screenwriter until we found a formula that allowed the character to communicate in the best possible way," she says. For Ismail, no stranger to morally ambiguous roles in shows such as Al Ameel and Kaser Adem, One Last Sin reflects an emerging trend driven by the rise of streaming platforms such as Yango Play, toward telling more multidimensional stories with the audience in mind. "I do feel it is a really interesting time," he says. "Arabic drama, whether Syrian, Lebanese or Egyptian, is richer. We now have scripts and an industry that are globally competitive, because they are original and they tell our stories." That newfound depth is reflected in the casting of Akl, best known as a spoken word artist, whose blistering social media monologues tackle urgent issues in Lebanese society. Her role in One Last Sin follows appearances in the Lebanese film Very Big Shot (2015) and the 2018 Egyptian drama Poisonous Roses. "I used to post stories on social media every day," she says. "But this felt different. I felt the role on an existential level. It felt like I was meant to take it on. The script gave the character a real sense of pride and dignity." Ismail agrees that the most memorable Arabic dramas draw their power from uncovering truth in extreme situations. While One Last Sin unfolds in the confines of a hotel basement, its ambitions are much broader. "What we are really exploring here is temptation," he says. "The struggle between good and evil comes down to how a person resists their desires and tries to preserve their integrity."
Broadcast Pro
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Broadcast Pro
Yango Play releases teaser for original series ‘One Last Sin'
The story weaves together themes of love, betrayal, revenge and adversity, uncovering intricate dynamics between a father and his daughter, as well as between brothers. Yango Play has unveiled the teaser for its newest original series, One Last Sin, a long-form drama created in collaboration with Jamal Sannan's Eagle Films. Set to premiere soon, the series promises a blend of suspense and emotionally charged storytelling that is sure to captivate audiences across the region. Directed by Tarek Rizk and penned by acclaimed writer Noor Shishkly, One Last Sin explores the complexities of human relationships, weaving together themes of love, loyalty, betrayal and the emotional turbulence that defines them. The show invites viewers into a world where friendships are strained, secrets unravel, and intense emotional decisions lead to life-altering consequences. The series also sheds light on the struggles faced by teenagers, highlighting issues such as mental health challenges—including bipolar disorder and ADHD—and the profound impact these conditions have on personal growth and relationships. Through a deeply emotional narrative, the show examines how characters navigate inner turmoil and external pressures in a world marked by deception and conflict. The teaser introduces a dark and mysterious tone, filled with psychological suspense and hidden truths. As family secrets surface and internal battles rage within a powerful drug empire, the drama intensifies with themes of revenge, fractured bonds and moral dilemmas. The storyline centres on complicated dynamics between a father and his daughter, and between brothers, drawing viewers into a shadowy world of lies and emotional struggle. Featuring a standout cast that includes Samer Ismail, Ammar Shalak, Rémi Akl, Carlos Azar, Rasha Bilal, Riam Kafarneh, Carol Abboud, Rola Beksmati, Haval Hamdi, Elie Mitri, Rayanne Harake, Joy Hallak, Tarek Tamim, Fawzi Al Moteab and several other top Arab talents, the series is positioned as one of the most anticipated releases on the platform. Yango Play, available across the Middle East and Egypt, offers seamless streaming on all devices. Currently, the platform is extending a one-month free subscription for a limited period, inviting new users to discover its extensive library of exclusive, high-quality content curated to suit diverse viewer preferences.
