# Monica Bellucci Shines in Saudi Cinema Debut with 'Seven Dogs'

*Monica Bellucci, the Italian star, makes her Saudi cinema debut in 'Seven Dogs', directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah.*

June 13, 2026 · Entertainment

## At a glance

- Monica Bellucci debuts in Saudi cinema with 'Seven Dogs'.
- Film directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, known for 'Bad Boys' series.
- Bellucci praises professional production and co-stars Ahmed Ezz and Karim Abdel Aziz.

Monica Bellucci, the renowned Italian actress, has made her debut in Saudi cinema with the film 'Seven Dogs'. Bellucci, known for her versatile roles, plays the character Julia Leon, a criminal always one step ahead of the law. The film, directed by Adil El Arbi and Bilall Fallah, also stars Egyptian actors Ahmed Ezz and Karim Abdel Aziz. Bellucci described her experience working in Riyadh as fantastic, praising the professional and organized production.

## Professional Production and Stellar Cast

Bellucci expressed her admiration for the directors, noting their ability to make action scenes dynamic and cinematic. She also praised her co-stars, Ahmed Ezz and Karim Abdel Aziz, for their generosity and compassion on set. The film, an action-packed 'buddy-cop' movie, tells the story of breaking a criminal network with a mix of regional and international stars.

## A New Era for Middle Eastern Cinema

Bellucci believes the Middle East is rapidly becoming a significant production hub. She noted, 'Cinema is no longer confined to one country.' 'Seven Dogs' was released in theaters on May 27.

---
Source: https://pulsetoday.com.bd/en/entertainment/monica-bellucci-saudi-cinema-debut-seven-dogs