Celebrate The UAE’s 49th National Day With OSN

In celebration of the UAE’s 49^th National Day,OSN, the region’s leading entertainment hub, announces the best five Emirati films to enjoy on OSN Yahala Cinema and the OSN streaming app. The films will run on Wednesday 2^nd and Thursday 3^rd December at 20:00 UAE/ 19:00 KSA.

Rolla Karam, Interim Chief Content Officer, OSN said, “On the occasion of the 49th National Day of the UAE, it is a time to celebrate our country’s spirit and values. The overarching theme of this year’s National Day, Seeds of the Union, shows a message of hope and optimism while embracing our country’s rich legacy and traditions. To commemorate this occasion, we will be bringing our viewers a selection of films for the whole family to enjoy, giving them a taste of the Emirati humour and wit that is not to be missed.”

On Wednesday 2^nd December, Rashid & Rajab will kick-start the National Day long-weekend family fun. Starring Marwan Abdullah and ShadiAlfonsin a sudden twist of fate when an accident causes a wealthy Emirati executive, and a carefree Egyptian fast-food deliveryman to switch bodies.The unlikely pair gain a different perspective into each other’s lives as they desperately look for a way to revert to their former selves.

Next up is Shabab Sheyab, also on Wednesday 2^nd December, starring Samer Ismail, Fouad Ali, Laila Abdullah and Ayman Kandeel. The movie tells the story of four friends in their senior year at university leading boring lives, living together in a dorm and working their way to graduation only to find themselves wrapped up in an adventure. They follow their forgotten dreams on the streets of Dubai, in a journey of self-discovery, forgiveness and fun.

Wednesday 2^nd December also sees Dhahyin Abu Dhabistarring Abdallah Al Jafali, Mawary Abdallah and Ahmed Saleh. A comedy movie about Dhahy, a good-natured goofy character who takes a road trip to Abu Dhabi in search of love and a job, finding himself in all kinds of trouble.

Celebrations continue the following day, Thursday 3^rd December, with AwarGalb, a story about a character called Zaid and his quest for his inheritance. To receive the full $9 million, he must find a bride and get married as soon as possible. The comedy movie stars Abdullah Zaid, MarwahRateb and NisrineToumi.

Finally, Dhahyin Thailand also airs on Thursday 3^rd December, starring Ahmed Saleh. The comedy movie marks the second instalment of a pair of films featuring the goofy character Dhahyand his friends. This time around, Dhahytravels to Thailand with his uncle for medical check-ups, only to find the language barrier setting him up for failure and causing him problems.

Full schedule of films on OSN Yahala Cinema and OSN Streaming: