The Return of ARABS GOT TALENT: Season 7 Kicks Off with Spectacular Performances
ARABS GOT TALENT is back with its highly anticipated seventh season, bringing extraordinary talents from across the Arab world to center stage. Airing on MBC1 and MBC Iraq, the show features contestants who dream of showcasing their abilities in hopes of making it to the grand finale, where they have the chance to win 250,000 Saudi Riyals and a Nissan Pathfinder.
A Grand Opening
The first episode of the audition phase began with the host Raya Abirached welcoming viewers and highlighting how performing on the ARABS GOT TALENT stage is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the participants. Each contestant has been meticulously preparing, ensuring that every detail of their performance is polished to perfection.
Meet the Judges
This season's judging panel features beloved stars Nasser Al Qasabi, Najwa Karam, and Bassem Youssef, all eager to witness the region's finest talents. Nasser expressed his excitement about the show being filmed in Riyadh, a dream he had for years. Meanwhile, Najwa shared her enthusiasm for the return of the show after a five-year hiatus, and Bassem expressed his pride in being part of an experience that has the power to change lives.
Outstanding Performances
The episode kicked off with a performance by Tamim Al Harithi from Saudi Arabia, who performed a ventriloquist act featuring a conversation between himself and a paper parrot. His impressive talent earned him three "Yes" votes from the judges.
Next was Mustafa Bilal from Algeria, who shared his inspiring story of losing his eyesight for a year. After receiving a cornea transplant, he gained a new perspective on life. His mesmerizing paper art performance earned him three "Yes" votes as well.
Thrilling Aerial Acts and Dance Performances
From Lebanon and Greece, the duo Eliveria and Carlos performed a breathtaking aerial act that left the judges in awe, resulting in three "Yes" votes. The UDI Dance team from Egypt and Russia then wowed the audience with a world-class performance that was so impressive, it prompted Nasser to hit the golden buzzer, sending them straight to the finals.
Najwa praised the performance for capturing a range of emotions—joy, freedom, struggle, and triumph—while Bassem noted that he had been expecting something extraordinary from the moment they entered the stage.
A Celebration of Family and Street Performers
The show also featured incredible family acts, such as the Cirus Family from Morocco, who performed a street-style acrobatic show. Najwa complimented the mother for being the pillar of the family, while Bassem described them as the epitome of determination and perseverance.
Ahmed Shoushan from Tunisia shared his story of overcoming numerous failures in life, and he captivated the judges with his vocal mimicry of various sounds and animals. Bassem and Nasser even joined him on stage, adding depth and charm to his performance, which also earned three "Yes" votes.
The final act of the night was from the Bartigerzz team, a group of four young men from Algeria and France. One of the members, Nabil, had previously made it to the semifinals in season four. Their dynamic performance earned them three "Yes" votes from the judges.
What’s Next?
The auditions will continue next week with even more incredible talent. Who will impress Najwa and Bassem enough to receive the coveted golden buzzer?
ARABS GOT TALENT Season 7 airs every Wednesday at 10 PM, with episodes available on Shahid after airing.
Finally, this season is shaping up to be a thrilling showcase of the Arab world's most outstanding talents, and the anticipation for the next round of auditions continues to build.
