VOICED : Syrian soap recreates Damascus in Gulf

The Syrian soap opera 'Hamam Shami' is being filmed in Abu Dhabi due to the ongoing conflict in Syria. The production involves authentic set designs shipped from Damascus, aiming to recreate a 1950s Syrian bathhouse. Despite the high costs and logistical challenges, the project is a cultural endeavor to preserve Syrian art. The conflict has severely impacted Syria's film industry, with many artists fleeing or facing persecution. The series is set to air during Ramadan, a peak time for TV dramas in the Arab world.

Where is the Syrian soap opera, Hamam Shami, being filmed?

• In Cairo, Egypt

• In Damascus, Syria

• In Beirut, Lebanon

• In the Abu Dhabi desert

What was a significant challenge in producing Hamam Shami outside Syria?

• Limited audience interest

• Inadequate filming equipment

• High production costs

• Lack of actors

How has the conflict in Syria affected its film industry?

• Increased government support

• More international collaborations

• Producers have stopped financing

• Rise in local film productions

What is the creators' hope for the future of filming in Syria?

• To continue filming abroad

• To return and film in Damascus

• To stop producing soap operas

• To focus on international markets

When is Hamam Shami scheduled to be broadcast?

• During the summer holidays

• During the winter season

• During the Muslim holy month of Ramadan

• During the New Year