ALBAWABA - Seven Dogs stormed the box office with a record-breaking opening weekend.
The Arabic and international action picture “Seven Dogs” continues its phenomenal box office run, grossing more than $4,034,630 in its first two days. The movie was also a commercial success, selling 599,160 tickets across the Arab globe, confirming its status as the most-watched picture in the region and beating the film "Asad" in the number of tickets sold and revenue.
These stats are indicative of the giant success the film has received since its formal premiere in cinemas. It has already been a giant hit in several Arab countries, fueled by the amazing excitement that has built up in the lead-up to its release and the star-studded roster of actors, directors, and producers.
'Seven Dogs' Beats 'Lion' and Leads Box Office
“Seven Dogs” is one of the largest Arab film productions, mixing action, suspense, and a huge visual production. The plot follows Interpol officer Khaled Al-Azzazi as he goes on a secret mission with one of the most dangerous ex-criminals to uncover a global criminal network known as “Seven Dogs.” Their adventure takes them across many cities and capitals of the world.
The film is notable for its massive production scale, shooting important scenes in the “Big Time” studios in Riyadh and utilizing several locales, including Boulevard City. With a top-notch crew of cinematography, visual effects, and stunt professionals, it has a visual and dynamic quality on par with the largest international action pictures.
The film features the stars of Karim Abdel Aziz and Ahmed Ezz, along with a host of other Arab and international talents. Directed by the globally famous duo Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, it stands as a cinematic experience that mirrors the growing ambition of the Arab film industry and its capacity to appeal to a broad audience both inside the area and beyond.
A sign of the production capabilities provided by the work, the film also entered into the Guinness Book of Records for making two world records in the area of cinematic effects, including the biggest cinematic explosion in the history of films, as well as the largest quantity of high-intensity explosives detonated in a single scene.
