|
“Hi Emirates” series is dedicated to the memory of Late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the Founding Father of the UAE and to the leadership, with its wise vision, with the endorsement of the Ministry of Culture and Knowledge Development, the General Authority of Sports and Zayed University.
“Hi Emirates” is an original English-spoken series, subtitled in other languages, conceived as a vehicle of righteous and true promotion of the spirit of the UAE, commencing with “Hi Dubai,” unveiling women achievements, personalities, culture, opportunities, locations and amusements in the city of Future.
The pre-production of “Hi Dubai” started in the “Year of Giving” as a way to give back to the community while the production was completed in 2018 (The “Year of Zayed”) and was broadcasted on Dubai One during the week of the UAE National Day. The episodes are now available on www.hidubai.ae where Dubai Duty Free was a proud sponsor of the Egyptian actress Safia Alemary’s story.
Commenting on its support, DDF EVC & CEO, Colm McLoughlin said: “We were pleased to support the inaugural production of the TV program “Hi Dubai” which showed a new perspective about the Arab world and featured great examples of female empowerment here and the opportunities given to the youth.”
The Italian Producer of the series, Benedetta Paravia, addressed “Hi Dubai” to a cosmopolitan audience and said: “Though I am always on the move and travel continuously outside the UAE, I still consider myself a ‘Dubaian’ as I moved to the city in 2002. I am often faced with misconceptions and rhetoric around Arab culture in general and Islam in particular. With this series I hope to present instances of Islamic hospitality, generosity and inclusiveness starting from the UAE, my beloved home.”
The first episode was dedicated to Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan and the Spirit of the Union, while the 6 other episodes were dedicated to Youth, Tolerance, Happiness, Culture, Sport and Future.
In each episode, four of the twenty four women (12 Emirati nationals and 12 expatriates) shared their inspirational and motivational stories on how the UAE and the city of Dubai empowered them through their experiences, culture, traditions, professions and lifestyles.
The second series “Hi Emirates” to be filmed in March will focus on new amazing stories around the seven (7) Emirates.
|
New
