Halal Rap Goes Viral
A Canadian hip-hop duo known as Deen Squad are introducing the world to “halal rap,” and have removed profanities and/or sexual situations to make the songs halal (permissible under the laws of … [Read more...]
Resources on Muslims for the Entertainment Industry
A Canadian hip-hop duo known as Deen Squad are introducing the world to “halal rap,” and have removed profanities and/or sexual situations to make the songs halal (permissible under the laws of … [Read more...]
“Laugh in Peace” is a comedy tour featuring 45 year old Ahmed Ahmed (an Arab-Muslim) and 70 year old Rabbi Bob Alper (yes, you read correctly). This summer the well-rounded duo played in the … [Read more...]
In many airports and public transportation terminals, PSA’s have sprouted up featuring the slogan: ‘If you see something, say something,’ and the Muslim-alt band, The Kominas, ARE saying something in … [Read more...]
In Saudi Arabia's restrictive environment, there are no movie theatres or concert venues as these forms of entertainment are forbidden. And yes, the young folk (which is the majority of the … [Read more...]
“Comedy has the ability to get people who would normally hate you, to relate to you. It’s a great equalizer,” funny-woman Maysoon Zayid tells Katie Couric in this funny and compelling interview. Dean … [Read more...]
Are you watching Million Dollar Listing San Francisco? This cycle features Muslim-American realtor Roh Habibi who represents the faith in a fun and hip way. "[MDLSF] gives me a good opportunity to … [Read more...]
Brothers Amin and Mohammed Aaser wanted young Muslim children to experience seeing themselves reflected in the storylines of books so they started the monthly children book service “Noor Kids." The … [Read more...]
“Banned in Syria” -- a television show that is said to parody all sides of the civil war -- has a lot at stake for its satirical message. Crew members have tragically died from the war’s cross-fire … [Read more...]
The Israeli action-thriller “Fauda” (which means “chaos” in Arabic) is said to have everything – big action scenes, gorgeous women, and oh yeah, a realistic depiction of the Palestinian and Israeli … [Read more...]
Ramadan is a time for piety, fasting, and for many Muslims, absorbing themselves in dramatic Turkish televisions shows. After the evening fast is broken, families gather around to watch popular shows … [Read more...]