As Ramadan 2026 approaches, anticipation is rising for the upcoming series “The King”, which is expected to be one of the season’s major highlights. In a new promotional move, actress Basant Shawky revealed her character through a poster shared on social media, announcing she plays “Mariam Al-Sayyad.”

🎭 Basant Shawky Teases a New Character
Basant Shawky posted the series poster on Instagram with the caption:

“Mariam Al-Sayyad in The King on MBC Egypt and MBC Shahid.”
The character appears to be a significant addition to the storyline, especially given the ensemble cast and their contrasting personalities, promising dramatic twists.

📌 Individual Posters Increase the Buzz
The excitement didn’t stop there, as Mohamed Imam released individual posters for the cast, expressing his enthusiasm and pride in the team. He wrote:

“I have the best cast in Ramadan series… I’m honored to work with you all and enjoying every moment… God willing, we will break the scene this year together… Stay tuned for The King on the most watched channels MBC Egypt and Shahid.”

✨ High Expectations for the Series
“The King” is shaping up to be a strong contender, thanks to its high production value, tight script, and the perfect timing within the Ramadan lineup.

👥 Cast
The series features:
Mohamed Imam – Hanan Motawea – Mirna Gamal – Amr Abdelgelil – Sami Maghawry – Haggag Abdelazim – Kamal Abouria – Entesar – Mostafa Khater – Basant Shawky – Ahmed Koshk – Mohamed Khamis.
Written by Mohamed Salah El-Azab and directed by Sherine Adel.

🎬 Why “The King” Stands Out
The series holds several success factors:

• A strong ensemble cast with diverse talents

• Large-scale production and high-quality visuals

• The intriguing character “Mariam Al-Sayyad”

• Continuous promotional buzz through individual posters

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