“If the Cat Disappears” Tops Egyptian Box Office on Thursday
Egyptian cinemas saw strong competition on Thursday, led by “If the Cat Disappears,” which earned over 2 million pounds. Other films recorded varying revenues, including “Tlakny,” “Marriage or Funeral,” and “Ladder and Snake 2,” while “Writer, Director, Thief” remained near the bottom.
🎬 “If the Cat Disappears” Holds the Lead
The film earned 2,135,966 EGP, confirming its dominance at the box office. Starring Asser Yassin, Asmaa Galal, Mohamed Shahin, Ali Sobhi, Samah Anwar, and Entesar, the film delivers a comedic social narrative with relatable everyday situations.
💔 “Tlakny” Continues Strong
The film earned 892,806 EGP, directed by Khaled Marei. It features numerous guest stars and marks the second collaboration between Dina El Sherbiny and Karim Mahmoud Abdel Aziz.
💍 “Marriage or Funeral” Maintains Mid-Level Performance
The film earned 559,023 EGP, showing that audiences still respond to social comedies with emotional depth.
🕵️♂️ “Writer, Director, Thief” Near the Bottom
Despite stars like Ahmed Fathy and Mai Kassab, the film earned only 20,508 EGP, indicating low audience engagement so far.
🗺️ “New Year’s Map” Continues Decline
The film earned 14,159 EGP, starring Riham Abdel Ghafour, featuring a large ensemble cast in a social comedy setting.
🎭 Other Films in the Race
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“We Have Love in Fantasy”: 226,661 EGP
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“Ladder and Snake 2”: 167,131 EGP
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“The Atheist”: 135,461 EGP
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“The Gentlemen”: 50,682 EGP
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“Colonia”: 52,082 EGP
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“The Lady”: 32,750 EGP
🔥 Quick Analysis: What Drives Success?
The competition shows that audiences now demand more than star power; they seek strong concepts, fast pacing, and artistic value. The film with a clear story and balanced tone is most likely to succeed.
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.
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.
تستعد الفنانة مها أحمد لاستئناف عروض مسرحية «ملكة الحواديت» على مسرح عبد المنعم مدبولي، في تجربة فانتازية موجهة للأطفال والعائلات تجمع بين الحكايات والاستعراض.
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.
