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Monsafe covers entertainment from a position that most writers in the region can't: someone who is genuinely obsessed with it. As Entertainment Editor at What's Hot in UAE, he writes about the nightlife scene, streaming releases, album drops, and cultural moments that cut through the noise — and explains why they matter to an audience based in the UAE. His work spans the full width of the entertainment landscape. Monsafe brings the kind of detail and direct opinion that turns a news item into a read worth sharing. He's also been one of the country's leading DJ names for the last fifteen years, winning a multitude of national awards with his alias, Smokingroove. Find his DJ work at smokingroove.co.uk , on SoundCloud , and on Mixcloud .

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Entertainment

Fallout Reaches 100 Million Viewers Worldwide on Amazon Prime

The highly anticipated Fallout series on Amazon Prime has officially reached an impressive milestone. It boasts over 100 million viewers tuning in worldwide. Based on the beloved video game franchise by Bethesda, this live-action adaptation has struck a chord with both hardcore fans of the game and newcomers to the series. The show is rapidly…

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Music

Jamiroquai is Finishing off The New Album!

Exciting news for Jamiroquai fans—lead singer Jay Kay has announced that the band is hard at work finishing their next album! In a video shared on their official Twitter page, Jay Kay revealed that he’s been spending up to 15 hours a day in the studio. This dedication is to wrap up their highly anticipated…

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Entertainment

Agatha All Along — A Marvel Halloween Treat Starring Kathryn Hahn

Marvel fans, get ready for a magical treat this fall! The long-awaited series, Agatha All Along, will premiere on Disney+ on September 18, 2024. This spin-off series will continue the story of Agatha Harkness, the mysterious and powerful witch brilliantly portrayed by Kathryn Hahn. Agatha first appeared in WandaVision and her quirky, mischievous nature made…

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Entertainment

Meet the new James Bond 007

Aaron Taylor-Johnson, known for his diverse roles in films like Kick-Ass, Bullet Train, and Avengers: Age of Ultron, has recently been at the centre of rumours surrounding the casting of the next James Bond. Following Daniel Craig’s departure from the role after No Time to Die (2021), speculation has been rife about who will step…

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Entertainment

Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis

Francis Ford Coppola’s Megalopolis is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious films in recent memory. It represents a culmination of decades of work and vision from the legendary director. Originally conceived in the 1980s, the project has faced numerous delays. This Coppola Megalopolis film, however, is finally nearing completion, with a highly…

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Entertainment

Avengers: Doomsday – Everything We Know So Far

The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is set to take another significant leap with the upcoming film Avengers: Doomsday. Initially announced as Avengers: The Kang Dynasty, the project has undergone some major changes. These include a shift in focus towards a different, even more formidable villain. Here’s what we know so far about this highly anticipated…

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Entertainment

BTS’ V to Make a Cameo in ‘Squid Game’ Season 2?

The excitement surrounding the second season of Squid Game reached new heights when Netflix unveiled its latest teaser on August 12, 2024. The teaser confirmed the return of Lee Jung-jae as Seong Gi-hun, also known as Player 456, alongside an intriguing new lineup of competitors. Among these fresh faces, one faceless contestant introduced as Player…

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Entertainment

Ryan Reynolds Wants a Logan-Style Send-Off for Wesley Snipes’ Blade

Ryan Reynolds, the star of Deadpool and Wolverine, has expressed a desire for Wesley Snipes’ classic Marvel movie hero, Blade, to receive a send-off film akin to Hugh Jackman’s Logan. Reynolds highlighted the significant impact that 1998’s Blade and its sequels had on the superhero film genre. He asserted that they paved the way for…

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Entertainment

Robert Downey Jr. Returns as Marvel MCU Villain

Robert Downey Jr. is returning to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), but this time as a villain. Marvel and RDJ revealed the surprise at the end of the franchise’s panel at Comic-Con on Saturday. Downey Jr., who previously portrayed Iron Man from 2008’s Iron Man to 2019’s Avengers: Endgame, will now take on the role…

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Entertainment

Why 90s Hip Hop is Still the Best

The 1990s were a transformative decade for hip hop. It marked its rise from underground culture to mainstream dominance. This era produced some of the most influential artists, groundbreaking albums, and innovative sounds in the genre’s history. Fans and critics alike often cite the 90s as the golden age of hip hop. It was a…

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Living in the UAE

UAE: The Best Place to Live on Earth

Ask anyone who has spent time in the United Arab Emirates what makes it special, and you’ll hear the same themes repeated: safety, opportunity, cultural vibrancy, and a lifestyle unmatched anywhere else. It’s why the UAE has become the Best Place to Live for millions of people from every corner of the globe. This isn’t…

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