Egyptian singer Tamer Husni has revealed that he will be acting alongside Lebanese singer Haifa Wahbi in a new film to be directed by Mohammad Al Sabki. Haifa had also expressed her joy at acting with Tamer and revealed that Tamer is one of her favorite singers.

On a different note, the entertainment world is currently talking about the obvious change in the character of Tamer, especially after he had become close with Islamic precher Amr Khaled. Tamer has announced that he considers Amr to be his role model and looks to him for advice on how to go about his life.

Amr had sent Tamer a gift, which consisted of religious tapes and books, right after he was released from prison. Since Tamer received the gift he has refrained from his usual night life, and is doing all he can to help those in need. In addition, Tamer appeared in his most recent music video without a model, which was his usual style.

Tamer has also taped all of Amr’s shows, and was overwhelmed with joy when the latter told him he admired his voice and was very impressed with his talent. Amr also told Tamer that he hopes that Tamer’s fans would imitate him in his quest to become closer to God and stay away from commiting sin.

The singer has strongly denied rumors that state that since his change in character he intends on quitting his singing career.

Recently, Husni has miraculously survived a near death experience. The singer was using the elevator at the Journalist Union in Cairo when it suddenly dropped from the fourth floor. Tamer was in the elevator along with singer Shadi Shamel and seven other people.

The accident occured due to a mob of fans that stormed after the singer while he was being honored by the Egyptian newspaper ‘Al Moujiz’.

As the mob crowded in, the singer almost fell on the ground leading his brother Hussam to push him immediately away along with his friend Shamel to the elevator. Six of the mob were able to catch the singer and follow him into the elevator that only fits three people leading it to stumble to the ground level floor.

No serious injuries were reported except a slight cut on Tamer’s hand.

Haifa Wahbi is in the process of preparing for the launch of her second new line of jewelry, which she designed herself. The singer decided to launch the second collection after her first was extremely successful.

Haifa revealed that this time she intends on promoting her collection in the European market and plans on holding a grand performance in the very near future to announce the launch, reported the Egyptian daily, Akhbar Al Youm.

Wahbi was the guest star on the reality television program “Star Academy” that is aired on the Lebanese Broadcasting Network (LBC). The singer performed on the show’s weekly prime on March 16, after her return from Muscat Qatar, where she held a concert on March 8.

Wahbi has denied circulating gossip in tabloids that she is forbidden to enter Kuwait, stressing that such reports are mere lies. The singer had asserted this fact when she visited Kuwait last week and held a concert that was marked with significant success.

Haifa also stated that she was held guest on the Kuwaiti local radio station ‘Marina FM’ and in the interview she expressed her joy at being able to come to Kuwait and perform and meet her fans. She also talked about her future plans.

It seems Haifa Wehbe’s schedule is very busy during these months; she was in Oman’s capital Mascat & held a concert in the Intercontinental hotel for the benefit of Bank Oman.

The concert, which lasted around 2 hours, was attended by about 2000 people.
Haifa then returned to Beirut, where she visited ‘St Jude’ center or children. This center is for children who suffer from Cancer.

As for Haifa’s upcoming plans, she is scheduled to hold a concert on March 30th in Jordan. The concert will be part of the Aqaba Festival.

Then she will be traveling to Morocco, to hold a concert on April 7th on the occasion of the launching of the new radio station ‘Radio Cap’.
As for her new album ‘Baby Haifa’, which will be solely for kids, Haifa is putting the final touches on it.

Haifa’s single ‘Naughty’ will also be part of the new album.

Finally, Haifa will be the guest of the next prime of star academy 4 along with famous Algerian Rai singer Cheb Khaled.

Prominent Egyptian actor Hussein Fahmi has denied circulating rumors that he has received an offer to star in a new film alongside Lebanese singer Haifa Wahbi. The actor added that no one had even suggested such a proposal.

The actor made his comments during a conference he held at the Alexandria library in Egypt, and during the conference he stated that he admires Haifa’s femininity, but refused to discuss her capability of acting in a film.

On a diffferent note, after Hussein’s refusal to accept another offer to star in the television drama “Imarit Ya’koubain” (Ya’koubain’s Building), he went back on his decision and began to negotiate with the producing compnay.

Hussein went back on his word after director Rabab Hussein backed out of directing the drama. Writer of the drama Atef Bashai stated that Hussein was very impressed with the role he was offered, which is the role of Zaki Al Dasouki.

Atef said that Hussein liked the role because Zaki’s character is very much like his.

Recently, Fahmi submitted his resignation as United Nations Goodwill Ambassador in protest of the UN’s inaction to halt the recent Israeli aggression against innocent civilians in Lebanon, and the recent heart wrenching Qana bombings that killed over 60 civilians, mostly women and children.

In an official press release Hussein said, “I cannot carry on as a Goodwill Ambassador to an institution that is incapable of making any difference in a country that is under siege,” as a result of Israeli strikes.

The actor said, “As an Arab artist, it is inappropriate to hold such a position at this time.”

“If a small nation cannot seek the assistance of the UN, who can they turn to?,” questioned Hussein. He also said the UN mistakenly characterizes the Israeli aggression as “self-defense.”

A few months ago an Egyptian court sentenced Hussein to six months in prison, and a fine of 500 Egyptian pounds for swearing at two police officers. Two officers stopped Hussein’s vehicle on a Cairo street, and when the officers tried to question Hussein, he began swearing at them.

Hussein paid the fine and has appealed the verdict, hoping to avoid serving the jail sentence.

Hussein’s latest television drama, “Muwatin Bi Rutbit Wazeer” (A Citizen with the Rank of a Minister), was written by Yasr Al Siawi and directed by Adel Al Asser. Hussein plays a duel role in the drama of twin brothers who are complete opposites, one honest and the other corrupt.

Haifa Wahbi will be the guest star on the reality television program “Star Academy” that is aired on the Lebanese Broadcasting Network (LBC). The singer will be performing on the show’s weekly prime on March 16, after her return from Muscat Qatar, where she is scheduled to hold a concert on March 8.

Wahbi has denied circulating gossip in tabloids that she is forbidden to enter Kuwait, stressing that such reports are mere lies. The singer had asserted this fact when she visited Kuwait last week and held a concert that was marked with significant success.

Haifa also stated that she was held guest on the Kuwaiti local radio station ‘Marina FM’ and in the interview she expressed her joy at being able to come to Kuwait and perform and meet her fans. She also talked about her future plans.

Wahbi has been placing the final touches on her latest album “Baby Haifa”, an album made especially for young children containing seven songs. Haifa filmed the main song of the album in the form of a music video.

Haifa stated that she is very optimistic about the new album and expects it will achieve significant success, especially after her recent song “Al Wawa” became very popular amongst people.

هذا ونفت النجمة ما تردد مؤخراً حول زواجها من رجل أعمال مصري بعدما كثرت زياراتها إلى القاهرة، حيث أكدت أنها ليس لها أي علاقة بأي رجل أعمال مصري.

وأكدت هيفاء أن حضورها الكثير إلى مصر يعود لانشغالها بتسجيل أغنيات ألبومها الجديد المقبل، أو بهدف إحياء بعض الحفلات الغنائية ، وذلك وفقا لما ورد بجريدة البيان .

الانجاز الأبرز الذي نفّذته هيفاء مؤخّراً كان تصويرها كليب(مش قادرة استنّى) مع المخرج يحيى سعادة. وقد استعانت هيفاء في الكليب بعارض أزياء يعمل في إحدى الوكالات بلندن، وهو شبيه بلاعب كرة القدم الإنكليزي ديڤيد بيكهام. كما تنشغل حالياً في وضع اللمسات الأخيرة على ألبومها الجديد (بيبي هيفاء) وهو ألبوم غنائي للأطفال، ويحتوي على 7 أغنيات.

Moroccan AIDS activist Simo Ben Bachir plans to publish a calendar featuring Lebanese singer Haifa Wehbe to raise money for combating AIDS in Africa. Haifa will also be featured in an upcoming book.

Simo Ben Bachir, president of the Red Ribbon campaign against AIDS, has invited several international celebrities to support his association’s work against AIDS. Among Simo’s big projects this year are the 2008 calendar and book featuring Lebanese singer Haifa Wehbe. Simo talks about his project and working with Haifa.

Why did you choose [Lebanese singer Haifa Wehbe] for the 2008 calendar?

Apart from the fact that Haifa Wehbe is a superstar, she is also an ambassador for the Red Ribbon and the fight against AIDS in Africa and the Arab world. I suggested to Haifa that she might donate the best of her photos and some other exclusives to launch the official Haifa Wehbe calendar, which will be sold to raise money for forthcoming work to combat AIDS in Africa. There are plans for an official tour by Haifa with journalists and VIPs after the launch of the calendar.

How would you describe Haifa as a star and as a person? Is there any difference?

Haifa is the most modest star I’ve ever seen! I know several celebrities, but Haifa is still my favorite, whether as a fan, a collaborator or whatever! She gives you time and listens to you. I’m happy to work with her on new projects. Her official visit to Morocco last year was an enormous success, not only here but everywhere … Haifa the artist and Haifa the woman are one and the same — always beautiful! But it’s her inner rather than her outer beauty which is most attractive. She’s a model of modesty and kindness.

Why did you choose Haifa as the subject of your book?

I worked with Haifa in 2006 for a major campaign which was a real success for the Red Ribbon. Apart from the fact that she’s a superstar, she’s also kind and modest. I believe the public as a whole is interested in knowing Haifa, hence the idea of bringing out a book looking behind the scenes at her life and satisfying the public’s curiosity. It’s not for nothing that she receives the most media attention of any woman in the Arab world!

Why do you think Haifa is interested in the idea of having a book written about her? She’s young, and generally people write biographies about their subjects when they’re older.

Firstly, this is not a biographical book. It’s a book about a person, Haifa, star of song but also of social life, given her future travels in Africa. The book and the calendar are first and foremost for her “Haifa for Africa” campaign, with which medicines and Haifa t-shirts will be distributed across several African countries.

Despite the fact that no public announcement has been made by Lebanese singer Haifa Wahbi, most media sources have begun publishing the news of the singer’s marriage to Egyptian businessman Ahmad Abu Hashiemeh.

Abu Hashiemeh owns steel factories in Egypt and was previously married and has children.

It was said that Haifa was seen with Ahmad aboard the Blue Nile cruise ship.

Wahbi has been placing the final touches on her latest album “Baby Haifa”, an album made especially for young children containing seven songs. Haifa filmed the main song of the album in the form of a music video.

Haifa stated that she is very optimistic about the new album and expects it will achieve significant success, especially after her recent song “Al Wawa” became very popular amongst people.

The singer revealed that this new album has forced her to postpone the release of her third album, which she had completed recording the songs for this past summer.

On a different note, producer Mohammad Al Sabki has signed a contract with Haifa for a leading role in a new film he intends on producing. Sabki had returned to Egypt from Lebanon after signing the contract to begin work on the new film.

Haifa will be given a wage of 600 thousand US dollars for her role in the film, a price the producer willingly agreed to in order to have her star in the film.