Culture page

Director Hussein Mahfouz has completed his film "Marzouq" with support from the Film Enrichment Program. Filmed in Saihat, the project is preparing to participate in the Saudi Film Festival, reflecting local identity.

The Minister of Culture inaugurated the Afaq Academy for Arts and Culture in partnership with the Ministry of Education. This is a strategic step to discover talent and promote the creative economy within the framework of Saudi Vision 2030.

The Diriyah Center for Future Arts opens the “From the Earth” exhibition with the participation of 30 artists, exploring the intersections of art, technology and the environment in the first new media center in the Middle East.

Discover the rankings of K-pop solo songs on the LyricFind global chart. Jisoo, Jennie, and Lisa dominate, while Felix and J-Hope set new records.

BTS announces their comeback in 2026 with a new album and a massive 79-show world tour, including the Middle East, after completing their military service. Find out more.

Learn about the Kleija Festival in Buraidah, which is completing its 17th year, and its vital role in supporting productive families and consolidating Al-Qassim’s position as a global destination for culinary arts and Saudi heritage.

The Music Commission is organizing a concert of masterpieces by the Saudi Orchestra at the Maraya Concert Hall in Al-Ula. A captivating musical journey blending heritage with international arts will take place on January 22nd and 23rd under the patronage of the Minister of Culture.

The Visual Arts Commission is now accepting applications for the second cycle of its artist residency program in the Jax neighborhood of Diriyah. Learn about the application requirements and benefits offered to artists.

The Heritage Commission and Al-Soudah Development Company announce the discovery of 20 rocks with Thamudic inscriptions and historical drawings on the peaks of Al-Soudah, confirming the deep cultural heritage of the region dating back thousands of years.

Sherine Abdel Wahab's brother issues a strongly worded statement regarding her health condition, while poet Tamer Hussein calls for mandatory state intervention to provide her with treatment. Details of the crisis and its latest developments.