Entertainment

Arabic Stand-Up Comedy Milestone: MBC Shahid Acquires John Achkar’s Special

Updated 2026-05-25 13:50 UTC 2 sources Positive

Leading Arabic streaming service MBC Shahid has acquired the stand-up comedy special of Lebanese comedian John Achkar, marking a significant moment for Arabic stand-up. The special was filmed at Paris’ L'Olympia concert hall.

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Rolling Stone

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Variety

Lebanese Comic John Achkar’s Special at L’Olympia Hall Acquired by Arabic Streamer MBC Shahid in ‘Milestone’ for Arabic Stand-Up

Leading Middle East streamer MBC Shahid has picked up Lebanese comedian John Achkar’s stand-up comedy special “Tryin’” (“Aam Jarrib”) filmed at Paris’ legendary L’Olympia concert hall in what is being touted as a milestone for Arabic stand-up comedy. Achkar’s performance of “Tryin’,” filmed in

2026-05-25 13:44 UTC