Depiction of heinous crimes in Kuwait... Will the series "Monsters" be banned?

Since the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan, the Kuwaiti TV series "Monsters" has become the talk of the town, topping social media trending lists. The series has captured the attention of audiences and critics alike thanks to its gripping storylines, which are based on real-life crimes that rocked Kuwaiti society in the 1970s and 1980s. Get the latest celebrity ads directly on the Special app, where we show you everything new from international stars.

The story of the series and its impact on the Kuwaiti and Arab audience Kuwaiti audiences were deeply affected by the series "Monsters," but its influence wasn't limited to Kuwait. Its influence extended to Egypt, where many remembered the series "His Hour and History," which also dealt with real-life crimes that sparked controversy in Egypt.

Shocking True Crimes

The series, which spans ten episodes, explores four famous criminal cases from Kuwait's history. Each case is told over two or three episodes, revealing dark aspects of Kuwaiti society at the time. Among the most notable crimes covered are:

The story of the monster around me It tells the story of a dangerous criminal involved in kidnapping and raping children, terrorizing Kuwaiti society for years.

The incident of the little girl Amana A heinous crime in which the girl was kidnapped, raped and murdered.

Jahra wedding crime An incident involving a wedding hall being set on fire after the husband decided to marry another woman, resulting in the deaths of 70 people, was covered.

bank robber The series deals with the issue of major robberies from several Kuwaiti banks.

The series was shown on the "Shaza" platform and the wave of interest

The series aired on the Kuwaiti platform "Shahda" at the beginning of Ramadan, sparking a huge buzz among critics and audiences. The episodes also attracted significant attention on social media platforms.

Artistic success and mixed reviews

Despite its huge popular success, the series has drawn sharp criticism for the way these crimes were portrayed in the drama. Some felt that these stories could raise awareness, while others felt that revisiting the crimes could reawaken the families who suffered these incidents.

Opinions of followers on social media platforms Content creator Iyad Al-Hamoud praised the series' bold concept, writing on his X account: "It's a bold and unprecedented idea for Sha3a to release all episodes of the series at once during Ramadan."

Another follower said, "The series reminds me of its time and history, but it raises an important question: Can crimes be justified by poverty or a difficult childhood? Or is evil a decision that humans must accept?"

While one critic felt the series made a mistake in reopening the wounds of families who suffered from these crimes in the past.

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Family objections and legal threats

The story of the little girl, Amna, sparked a huge uproar, with her family's lawyer, Suleiman Al-Hajri, announcing legal action against the Shaza platform. He demanded that the series be halted, explaining that the coverage of the crime constitutes a violation of the family's privacy. In his official statement, he said, "The series violates the privacy of the victims and the dignity of their families," adding that they will take legal action against anyone involved in disseminating clips related to the case.