Egypt’s Supreme Council for Media Regulation (SCMR) opened an investigation into those responsible for producing and broadcasting the “Tawwos” (Peacock) series, after receiving complaints of the show’s language content. According to the complaints, the show’s language does not conform with SCRM code, which bans degrading or spreading prejudice against Egyptian families. The SCMR did not give details on the complaints, but the second episode of the series “The Peacock”, starring the artist Jamal Suleiman contains a rape scene of the character portrayed by actress Sahar Al-Sayegh. The council’s Drama Monitoring Committee carefully monitors a show’s content, the statement said, adding that it also receives complaints from citizens, critics, and writers. “The Peacock” is shown daily on “Al Nahar” channel at 6:30 pm, 1:30 am, and 5:00 am.

Source: Egypt Independent April 19, 2021 10:52 UTC