• One of the most dangerous things facing the movie industry is global piracy especially in South America. This will be the center of discussion at the Cairo Film Festival today.

• Famous Egyptian actress Laila Alawi was chosen by the Dubai Film Festival from 10 other top Arabic actors and actresses to sit on the judging panel at the prestigious event.
The opening ceremony will witness some of the brightest stars from Indian cinema too.

• Once again, Lebanese artist Nelly Maqdasi retuned to hospital in Beirut. She left the hospital during the weekend as sources said she was doing much better. It wasn't clear what exactly was wrong with her but it was said that she suffered from a high fever.

• Screen writer Mohammed Hafdhi is one of the luckiest men today since the young Tunisian singer Hind Sabri admitted that she is living a beautiful romance with this guy and will marry soon.