Egyptian producer Shadi Makar spoke about the controversy that has spread in the past hours regarding the similarity of the poster of the series “Shepherd’s Children” starring artist Majd El Masri and the poster of the Turkish series “Dream Ashraf”, which has caused widespread discussion among social media pioneers.
Producer’s comments on this controversy
In a special statement to Okaz, Makar expressed surprise at the exaggeration of this issue and explained that such visual similarities can be repeated in many works of art and often occur within the framework of coincidences and cross-fertilization of ideas.
He emphasized that the final design of the poster reflects the nature of the story and the dramatic atmosphere of the series, without making any connections or references to Turkish works.
reject the quote
Director Shadi Makar denied quoting from the series “Ashraf’s Dream” and stressed that “The Shepherd’s Children” is a completely independent work and has no connection to the Turkish story, noting that the differences will become apparent when the series is screened during Ramadan.
Manufacturers and staff
The “Shepherd’s Children” series airs during the Ramadan drama season and consists of 30 episodes. It belongs to the genre of social films and is directed by Mahmoud Kamel, featuring Majed Al Masri, Nermin Al Feki, Ahmed Eid, Khaled Al Sawi, Ihab Fahmi, Amal Bushsha, Fadia Abdel-Ghani.
Egyptian producer Shady Makar spoke about the ongoing controversy in recent hours regarding the similarity of the poster of the series “Awlad Al Rai” starring artist Majid Al Masri and the poster of the Turkish series “Frum Ashraf”, which has caused widespread discussion among social media users.
Producer’s comments on the controversy
Makar expressed his surprise in a special statement to “Okaz”, revealing that such visual similarities can occur in many works of art and often result from coincidence or the convergence of ideas.
He acknowledged that the final design of the poster reflected the nature of the story and the dramatic feel of the series, without making any connections or borrowings from Turkish works.
Refusal of loan
Shady Makar denied borrowing from the series Harum Ashraf, claiming that Awlad al-Ray was a completely independent work and had no connection to the Turkish story, pointing out that the differences would become apparent when the series aired during Ramadan.
creator and cast
The series “Awlad Al-Ra’i” is scheduled to be broadcast during Ramadan, consists of 30 episodes, and belongs to the genre of social works. The cast includes Majid Al Masri, Nermin El Feki, Ahmed Eid, Khaled El Sawy, Ihab Fahmi, Amal Boushusha, Fadia Abdel Ghani, and is directed by Mahmoud Kamel.
