Egyptian Box Office Revenues: “When the Cat’s Away” Tops, While “New Year’s Map” Declines

Egyptian cinemas are witnessing strong competition this season, with “When the Cat’s Away” leading the box office, while other films continue to record modest revenues, including Riham Abdel Ghafour’s “New Year’s Map.”

  Sat , January 24 2026 / 02:00 PM Updated At: 2026-01-24 14:00:51

The current cinematic season in Egypt is marked by intense competition, featuring a wide range of genres from comedy and social drama to romance and biographical films. Below are the box office revenues recorded by films during their screening yesterday, Thursday.

When the Cat’s Away

The film topped the box office with revenues of EGP 2,119,773.
It is a social comedy starring Asser Yassin, Asmaa Galal, Mohamed Shaheen, Ali Sobhy, Samah Anwar, and Entesar.

Divorce Me

Divorce Me” achieved revenues of EGP 1,005,135.
Directed by Khaled Marei, the film marks the second collaboration between Dina El Sherbiny and Karim Mahmoud Abdel Aziz.

Wedding or Funeral

The film recorded EGP 578,554 in revenues.
It stars Nelly Karim, Sherif Salama, Lablaba, Adel Karam, Entesar, and Mahmoud El Bazawy.

Love Lives in Our Imagination

The film earned EGP 226,661, starring Ahmed El Saadany and Mayan El Sayed.

The Atheist

“The Atheist” generated EGP 164,200 in revenues, starring Ahmed Hatem, Mahmoud Hemida, Saberine, Hussein Fahmy, and Tara Emad.

The Ladder and the Snake 2

The sequel earned EGP 125,431, starring Amr Youssef and Asmaa Galal, with Dhafer El Abidine and Maged El Masry.

The Honorable Gentlemen

The film recorded EGP 81,932, featuring Mohamed Mamdouh, Bayoumi Fouad, Taha Desouky, and Ashraf Abdel Baky.

Colonia

The film achieved revenues of EGP 56,832, starring Ahmed Malek, Kamel El Basha, and Mayan El Sayed.

El Set

The biographical film starring Mona Zaki earned EGP 47,216.
It tells the story of legendary singer Umm Kulthum.

Writer, Director, and Thief

The film generated EGP 34,356, starring Ahmed Fathy and Mai Kassab.

New Year’s Map

The film recorded limited revenues of EGP 20,858, starring Riham Abdel Ghafour, Mohamed Mamdouh, Asmaa Aboul Yazeed, and Henady Mehanna.

Aug 13
عائشة بن أحمد بإطلالة جذابة وسط الأشجار في أحدث ظهور لها على إنستجرام

Aisha Ben Ahmed sparks strong audience engagement with her latest Instagram appearance, showcasing an attractive look surrounded by nature while revealing details about one of her most difficult acting scenes.

Aug 13
هنا الزاهد برفقة شقيقتها نور في أحدث ظهور صيفي عبر إنستجرام

Hana El Zahed grabs attention with her latest appearance alongside her sister Nour during their summer vacation, as fans widely interacted with their casual look.

Aug 13
مها أحمد في مسرحية ملكة الحواديت على مسرح عبد المنعم مدبولي بالقاهرة

تستعد الفنانة مها أحمد لاستئناف عروض مسرحية «ملكة الحواديت» على مسرح عبد المنعم مدبولي، في تجربة فانتازية موجهة للأطفال والعائلات تجمع بين الحكايات والاستعراض.

Aug 13
كارولين عزمي تكشف كواليس فيلم محمود ومحمود وتجربتها في مسرحية الساحل الشرير

Caroline Azmy discusses her role as “Nawal” in “Mahmoud and Mahmoud,” revealing behind-the-scenes details of working with Ahmed Ghazi and Kozbara, as well as her theater experience and upcoming projects.