Controversy Surrounds Exclusion of Mimi Jamal from 'Immunity' Promotional Poster Ahead of Ramadan
February 6, 202667 VuesTemps de lecture: 2 minutes
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The promotional poster for the series 'Immunity,' scheduled to premiere during the upcoming Ramadan season, has ignited considerable debate on social media following the omission of prominent Egyptian actress Mimi Jamal's image, even though she plays a leading role in the production.
Mimi Jamal's Reaction to Her Exclusion
Mimi Jamal initially expressed her dissatisfaction regarding her exclusion from the promotional poster, questioning why her image was absent despite the significance of her role alongside the series' lead, Hind Sabri. In statements to the press, she emphasized that her participation is crucial, raising concerns among the audience about her absence from the promotional material.
Clarification and Context of the Situation
The actress later clarified that the situation does not carry any negative implications, suggesting it may have resulted from an unintentional error by the production company. She noted that the layout of the poster requires specific placements for star images, and it appears her photo was not positioned correctly during the design process, assuring that this will be rectified soon.
Order of Appearance Subject to Contracts
Mimi Jamal confirmed that the order of artists' appearances on promotional materials is governed by contractual agreements with the production company. She highlighted that she enjoys the respect and admiration of the creators involved and has never requested special treatment regarding her name or image, trusting the company to honor prior agreements.
Hind Sabri: Not Involved in the Controversy
In response, Hind Sabri denied any involvement in the controversy, stating that these matters pertain solely to the production company. She praised her colleague Mimi Jamal, describing her as "a great mentor whose position is secure," and mentioned that she would reach out to the producers to clarify the situation further.
A Popular Drama Set in the 1980s
It is noteworthy that 'Immunity' consists of 15 episodes and is set in the 1980s in the well-known neighborhood of 'Al-Batiniya' in Cairo, exploring the world of drug trafficking within a popular dramatic context. The series is based on a story by Abbas Abou Al-Hassan, directed by Hussein Al-Munbawi, and features a cast that includes Khaled Selim, Riad El-Khouli, Ahmed Khaled Saleh, Karim Qassem, Mohamed Anwar, and Hoda El-Etrebi.
