Photos: Karim Abdel Aziz and Ahmed Ezz attend premiere of ‘7DOGS’ in Cairo

Cairo hosted the premiere of the highly anticipated action film '7DOGS', drawing a crowd of prominent Arab actors, filmmakers, and musicians. The event featured the film's lead stars, blockbuster icons Ahmed Ezz and Karim Abdel Aziz, at a major cinema complex in New Cairo.

The red-carpet event also saw the attendance of Turki al-Sheikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia, along with numerous artists and media personalities. The film, described as high-octane, brings together two of the biggest box-office draws in Arab cinema.

'7DOGS' is directed by the acclaimed duo Adil al-Arbi and Bilall Fallah, who previously helmed Hollywood blockbusters such as 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' and 'Bad Boys for Life'. The film's original concept comes from Al-Sheikh and the Big Time Creative team, with Mohamed al-Dabbah penning the screenplay and dialogue.

International cinematic talent contributed to the production, including Director of Photography Robrecht Heyvaert, known for his work on 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die' and 'Ms. Marvel', and Production Designer Paul Kirby, whose credits include 'Kingsman: The Secret Service' and 'Captain Phillips'. The film is scheduled for a wide theatrical release across the Middle East and international markets beginning May 27.