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 .
I like the Air Jordan 5 “Grape” because it makes a big, angular basketball shoe feel playful. The white upper gives the purple and emerald room to shine; the black band stops the whole thing looking sugary. It is a terrific colour combination, and I would let it be the loudest part of an outfit.…
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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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I would choose the Air Tech Challenge 2 “Hot Lava” when a plain outfit needs a little trouble. The white and black structure keeps it readable, then that pink-coral Swoosh and splattered colour break the rules. It is the contrast I love—not a claim that it is objectively the greatest tennis shoe ever made. The…
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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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Freddy is my pick from the 2024 Crocs Horror Pack. The red-and-green stripes make sense before you read a single charm, and the blade-glove detail adds exactly the right amount of ridiculousness. Jason has the strongest black-and-cream contrast; Pennywise is the gloriously over-the-top option. These are shoes for enjoying the joke, not pretending a novelty…
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The Nike Wu-Tang Dunk Hi returned on 9 November 2024. Explore the Black and Pollen design, distinguish the original and reissue, and check current UAE resale offers.
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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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I like this Gazelle because the orange does not apologise for itself. It covers the upper, with black stripes and a black heel panel keeping the colour sharp. The gum-coloured sole gives it a quieter base. That is the right way round: this is not a black shoe with a few orange accents. The pair…
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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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Why the White Cement Jordan 4 remains recognisable: its 1989 design, speckled grey details, Nike Air branding and how to identify a retro edition.
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I would copy the restraint in Jay-Z’s sneaker styling, not buy a rumoured deal. A familiar low-top can finish an outfit without a wall of logos or an eye-watering resale bill. The important correction is simple: a photograph of Jay-Z wearing Nike is not an announcement of a Jay-Z-designed Air Force 1. This story begins…
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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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