Menna Shalaby topped search engine trends after a video of her dancing with traditional metal finger cymbals — known as “sagat” — at the wedding of her close friend, poet Menna El-Qaii, went viral. The footage sparked a wave of mixed reactions across social media, ranging from admiration to criticism.

The incident came shortly after rumors circulated about her alleged marriage — speculation that gained traction due to the lack of any official statement from her. However, in her first media interview since the rumors emerged, Shalaby categorically denied them, affirming that she will personally communicate any major personal news with her fans in the future.

Commenting on the trending video, the actress explained that attending and celebrating friends’ weddings is a natural part of her life, and the footage simply captured a joyful, spontaneous moment — far from the malice of gossip. She also called on the media and the public to respect the privacy of actresses and to refrain from chasing unverified news.
Menna Shalaby in “Hepta: The Final Debate”

On the professional front, Menna Shalaby is gearing up for the release of her new film Hepta: The Final Debate, directed by Hadi El-Bagoury. The movie is the third installment of the beloved Hepta series, which has garnered wide acclaim from audiences.

This latest chapter explores new dimensions of modern romantic relationships, focusing on communication between partners and the challenges of trust. The cast includes Nourhan Abou Bakr, Mohamed Mamdouh, Karim Fahmy, Gehan El Shamashergy, Salma Abu Deif, Karim Kassem, Mayan El Sayed, and Hassan Malek.

The film is set to be released in theaters soon, with high anticipation following the success of the first two parts.