Lujain Ismail on the backstage of "Muawiya": Huge challenges and unexpected surprises

Actor Lujain Ismail revealed exciting details about the behind-the-scenes of the series “ Muawiyah ,” which sparked widespread controversy before its release. Lujain spoke about the challenges he faced while portraying the character of Muawiyah bin Abi Sufyan in a bold and detailed interview during his appearance on the “Direct Question” program on Al Arabiya.

"Muawiyah"... an unexpected surprise Ismail explained that being chosen to play the role of Muawiyah was an unexpected surprise, as he wasn't the only candidate for the role. He noted that the casting process took 15 days, and that the list of nominated stars included big names such as Samer Al-Masry and Eyad Nassar.

Painstaking preparations... and enormous challenges Ismail spoke about the arduous preparations he underwent to portray the character , including gaining weight, practicing horse riding, and facing great difficulty handling the falcon. He noted that the work took two years to film in Tunisia, and that the sheer scale of the production was a reason for delaying its release.

"Muawiyah"...a historical vision or a source of sedition? Ismail emphasized that the series aims to present an objective historical perspective on Muawiyah's character, not to incite discord. He noted that the production team consulted historical reviewers to review the most minute details, and that any criticism of the work before viewing it is "a problem in itself."

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"Muawiyah" is a massive epic work. The series "Muawiyah" is considered one of the largest Arab drama productions, with a massive budget of $100 million. The project faced numerous difficulties during preparation and filming, including director Tariq Al-Arian's withdrawal and a change in the script.

"Muawiyah"... anticipation and waiting Despite the controversy the work has sparked, Arab audiences are eagerly awaiting its release to witness the story of a historical figure who has sparked widespread controversy throughout the ages.