Aseel Omran's movie "Day" release date

Director Karim El Shenawy announced the official release date for his new film, "Day - A Story of the People of the Day," in Egyptian cinemas. The film has already achieved notable success at several international festivals, including the Red Sea Film Festival and the Berlin International Film Festival. El Shenawy confirmed on his Instagram account that the film is "a complete cinematic journey that encompasses love, family, conflict, ambition, and hope," noting that commercial releases will begin on September 3.

A human story about dreams and belonging

The film revolves around "Dai," an 11-year-old Nubian boy suffering from albinism and popularly known as "the enemy of the sun." Possessing a distinctive singing voice, Dai embarks on a journey from Aswan to Cairo with his broken family to achieve his dream of making it to "The Voice Kids." The story doesn't stop at talent, but rather opens the door to deeper questions about identity, belonging, and the challenges facing minorities in Egyptian society.

Arab and African faces in the work team

The film stars a diverse mix of Arab and African talent, led by Saudi actress Aseel Omran in a complex human role, and Sudanese actress Islam Mubarak. The film also features a group of young Egyptian stars, such as Haneen Saeed, alongside Badr Mohammed, who plays the role of "Day." This lineup reflects the film's multicultural and multi-ethnic spirit, in line with its profound humanitarian message.

A long search for the right hero

The process of selecting the film's hero took more than a year and a half, as the production team scoured Egypt's governorates in search of an albino Nubian child with genuine acting and singing talent. After dozens of auditions, the choice fell on Badr Mohammed, who perfectly embodied the character of Day with the innocence of a child and the power of a dream, becoming a new face who holds great promise for the future of Egyptian cinema.