Everything to Know About Menna Shalaby’s Upcoming True-Crime Thriller ‘Anbar El Mot’
A new Egyptian true-crime series is bringing a chilling hospital mystery to the screen, with a story revolving around a nurse accused of intentionally killing her patients. Titled Anbar El Mot, the 12-episode series is set to premiere on Shahid on November 26, bringing together an exciting cast and a creative team behind some of Egypt’s most talked-about dramas.
Here’s everything to know before it lands on your watchlist.
Menna Shalaby Takes on a Chilling New Role
The series follows Nadia, played by Menna Shalaby, a hospital nurse who suddenly finds herself at the center of a disturbing criminal case.
After being sentenced to death over the death of a patient at the hospital where she works, Nadia becomes the subject of further investigations, with suspicions emerging that she may have attempted to kill more than 30 other patients. As the case grows more complicated, the nurse finds herself fighting accusations that could cost her everything.
Inspired by a Real-Life Crime That Shook Alexandria
What makes Anbar El Mot even more unsettling is that its story is inspired by an actual crime that took place in Alexandria in 1997. The case revolved around a nurse named Aida Nour El Din and sparked widespread controversy, eventually becoming a major public opinion issue in Egypt.
By drawing inspiration from this real-life case to the screen, the series revisits a disturbing chapter that left many questions behind.
A Star-Studded Cast Joins Menna Shalaby
Joining Shalaby is Ali Kassem, who takes on the role of Nadia’s lawyer. As he works to defend her and uncover the truth behind the case, he faces threats and growing pressure connected to the investigation.
Beyond its leading duo, Anbar El Mot brings together a talented cast featuring Rushdy El Shamy, Ahmed Khaled Salah, and Basma.
The Creative Duo Behind Reunites
Directed by Karim El-Shenawy and written by Mariam Naoum, the series reunites the duo behind several successful Egyptian dramas, with Tarek Nour Studios handling production.
The duo previously worked together on Lam Shamseya, El Harsha El Sab’a, and Khalli Balak Min Zizi, making their latest collaboration one to keep an eye on.
With its real-life crime inspiration, hospital setting, and a story packed with accusations, investigations, and unanswered questions, Anbar El Mot is shaping up to be one of the Egyptian thrillers to keep on your radar. Whether you’re a true-crime fan or simply love a gripping mystery, this is one series worth adding to your watchlist.
