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"Darb Al-Zalaq" is a classic Kuwaiti TV series that offers a window into Gulf Arab culture through the comedic and often poignant tale of two brothers, Hussein and Saad. Driven by their desire for quick wealth, they embark on a series of ill-fated business ventures, only to find themselves repeatedly caught in the traps of their own making. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly changing society, the series explores themes of greed, family ties, and the unpredictable twists of fate that are central to Arab storytelling. Through humor and satire, "Darb Al-Zalaq" reflects the challenges of balancing tradition and modernity in the Gulf, making it a cultural touchstone that resonates with audiences across generations.
Last Episode Aired
1977-09-28
S1E13 — Episode 13
Hussein loses all his money and Saad's money, returns to a life of poverty once more and leaves his home with Saad.
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AbdulHusain AbdulRedha
حسين بن عاقول
Saad Al-Faraj
سعد بن عاقول
Abdelaziz Al-Nemash
أم سعد
Khaled Al-Nafisi
بو صالح
Ali AlMufeedi
قحطة
Ali Saleh AlQattan
المحامي حديب بنديرة
Lotfy Abdel Hamid
الطبيب
Esteqlal Ahmad
أماني
Fouzia Al-Meshal
صالحة
Abdullah Khreibet
المدير أبوخالد
Majid Sultan
بو هاني - رئيس لجنة التثمين
Fouad Ratib
فؤاد بن سعيد باشا
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