Egyptian actress Menna Shalaby is set to headline the upcoming series Anbar El-Mawt, following the completion of filming and the release of the first images from the production.
The series belongs to the psychological thriller and crime drama genres and draws inspiration from a real case that caused widespread controversy in Alexandria, while presenting the story through a fictionalized dramatic adaptation.
The Story of Anbar El-Mawt
Menna Shalaby plays Nadia, a nurse working at a hospital whose life suddenly changes after she becomes accused of deliberately killing several patients.
Her story takes her through a tense journey that begins inside the hospital before moving into investigations, imprisonment and trial.
The series focuses on psychological suspense and mystery, gradually revealing the circumstances surrounding the case and the characters connected to it.
The Real Case Behind Anbar El-Mawt
Anbar El-Mawt is inspired by a real case that took place in Alexandria in 1997 involving a nurse named Aida Nour El-Din.
She faced accusations related to the death of a patient and attempts to kill several others at the hospital where she worked.
The case also involved allegations concerning the illegal taking of medication from the hospital and attracted considerable public attention at the time.
Reports surrounding the case referred to the alleged use of a muscle-relaxing drug in injections administered to some patients, while the legal proceedings continued for years through trials and appeals.
Does Menna Shalaby Play Aida Nour El-Din?
Menna Shalaby does not directly portray Aida Nour El-Din in the series.
Instead, her character is named Nadia, indicating that the production uses the real case as inspiration while creating its own fictionalized characters, events and dramatic storylines.
From Hospital to Death Row Clothing
The first images from Anbar El-Mawt reveal several stages of Nadia’s journey, with one of the most striking images showing Menna Shalaby behind bars wearing death-row clothing.
The image has raised questions about Nadia’s fate and whether she eventually faces execution, although the released photographs do not reveal the final outcome.
The series keeps the character’s ultimate fate under wraps as her story moves through accusation, investigation, trial and imprisonment.
Anbar El-Mawt Consists of 12 Episodes
The series consists of 12 episodes, placing it among shorter drama productions that rely on a concentrated storyline rather than stretching the narrative across a traditional 30-episode season.
The format suits the story, which follows a single criminal case from the initial accusation through investigations and trial to the fate of its central character.
The series is expected to premiere on Shahid in the coming period following the completion of filming, although an official final release date has not yet been announced.
Cast of Anbar El-Mawt
Menna Shalaby is joined by several actors, including:
- Ali Kassem.
- Roshdy El-Shamy.
- Basma.
- Halim El-Gendy.
- Ahmed Khaled Saleh.
- Along with additional actors and guest stars.
The series is directed by Karim El-Shennawy, with Mariam Naoum overseeing the writing, while Bola Thabet handles the story and leads the writing team.
The production marks another collaboration between Menna Shalaby and Karim El-Shennawy, focusing on crime, psychological suspense, investigations and courtroom drama.
When Will Anbar El-Mawt Be Released?
Anbar El-Mawt is expected to premiere on Shahid in the coming period after filming was completed. A final release date has not yet been announced.
What is Anbar El-Mawt about?
It follows a nurse named Nadia who becomes accused of murdering several patients in a story inspired by a real case.
Is Anbar El-Mawt based on a true story?
Yes. The series is inspired by a real criminal case that took place in Alexandria, but it presents a fictionalized dramatic adaptation.
Who does Menna Shalaby play?
She plays Nadia, a fictional nurse whose story is inspired by the real case.
How many episodes does Anbar El-Mawt have?
The series consists of 12 episodes.
Who directed Anbar El-Mawt?
The series is directed by Karim El-Shennawy, with Mariam Naoum overseeing the writing.
