Dubai Bling is finally here, as all episodes of the Arab docu-soap have dropped on Netflix, and with it comes the most important question of any Netflix reality show drop: What’s their Instagrams?
We’ve saved you the trouble. Each cast member’s personal instagram, a combination of ‘self-made’ millionaires, all well-known figures from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Kuwait and Iraq plus expats from India and Australia, who all call Dubai home, are embedded below.
“Setting new global benchmarks in trade, business and innovation, Dubai is the land of wealth and opportunity for those brave enough to make it. Playing an instrumental role in the success of these individuals, experience the beautiful city of Dubai, through the eyes of some of its most successful personalities,” says Netflix.
Without further ado, here’s each Dubai Bling cast member’s instagram here.
1. Zeina Khoury
“Zeina Khoury may play hard, but she works harder. Zeina left Lebanon, driven by ambitions for greatness, and went on to become the CEO of a thriving luxury real estate empire. Bold and beautiful, Zeina is the link connecting the social circle together – can they all stay on her good side?” says Netflix.
2. Lojain Omran
“One of the most recognizable faces on Saudi TV, celebrity and TV host Lojain Omran welcomes fans behind-the-scenes of her glamorous life, boasting an enviable wardrobe of gowns, jewels and accessories galore. But there is more to Lojain than meets the eye. From sharing her Saudi culture with the social circle to inspiring young Arab women across the region with her inspirational and positive energy, Lojain is a calm and centred presence in the social circle. Can Lojain serve as the voice of reason as her friends bicker and fall out?” says Netflix.
3. Loujain Adadah
“The newest arrival to the roaring Dubai social scene is Lebanese socialite and mother of two daughters, Loujain Adadah. Outspoken, assertive and not shy to speak her mind, she has joined the social circle but will the bling city be the fresh start Loujain is hoping for?” says Netflix.
4. Farhana Bodi
The Indian-born and Dubai-based social media influencer has over 1.3 million followers.
“Farhana Bodi, single mother and social media influencer, is known for sharing her lavish life of high-fashion, jet-set holidays and exquisite events with her 1.4 million followers. No stranger to drama, can Farhana keep the social circle on side when the phones are down and there are no more filters to hide behind?” says Netflix.
5. DJ Bliss
The well-known Emirati DJ has been a mainstay in the city’s nightlife scene for well over a decade, and will be joined by his wife, our next entry.
6. Danya Mohammed, aka Diva Dee
“Spurning tradition and instead choosing to chase his passion all the way to global fame, is Emirati DJ Marwan Al-Awadhi, better known as DJ Bliss and his wife, vivacious vlogger, Danya Mohammed, AKA Diva Dee. The free-spirited dynamic duo may love each other fiercely, but can open and honest communication bring them even closer?” says Netflix about the duo.
7. Ebraheem Al Samadi
Al Samadi is the owner of the popular Forever Rose and Forever Rose Cafe.
“Businessman and Kuwaiti millionaire, Ebraheem Al Samadi, has been honing his entrepreneurial flair since the age of 14, ultimately building a flourishing floral firm. Business may be blooming but will his relationships with the rest of the social circle fair as well when faced with Ebraheem’s trademark blunt honesty?” says Netflix.
8. Safa Siddiqui
An Iraqi-British influencer living in Dubai, the influencer and fashion designer has a collaboration with Shein out now.
“Born and raised in London and of Iraqi descent, Safa Siddiqui is a housewife with ambitions to bring her chic and unusual fashion designs to life with her own collection. Effervescent and full-of-life, Safa has the full support of Fahad, her enterprising and highly successful husband as she pursues her dreams. Can Fahad and Safa achieve their personal and professional goals together?” says Netflix.
9. Kris Fade
The face of Virgin Radio 104.4 and the host of the Kris Fade Show, the UAE mainstay and resident pitchman is also the face of Fade Fit, among numerous other successful ventures.
“You’ve heard his Australian accent bright and early on weekday mornings and now, Kris Fade, radio host and entrepreneur, is hitting your screens. Having built his brand on his upbeat and fun-loving personality, Kris is beginning a new chapter in life,” says Netflix.
10. Brianna Fade
Brianna Ramirez, now known as Brianna Fade since their wedding (which seems like it will happen during the first season of Dubai Bling), Brianna works closely with Kris as he builds his Dubai-based Fit empire.
“Kris is entering a new chapter of his life with bride-to-be Brianna Ramirez. Can Kris and Brianna balance the demands of wedding planning, raising a family and managing their wild work schedules, without alienating their friends?” say Netflix.
Dubai Bling: Netflix’s big-budget reality show set in the UAE
Following the massive success of Bravo and OSN’s The Real Housewives of Dubai, Netflix is upping the ante with Dubai Bling, a big-budget docu-soap that follows 10 Arab and expat millionaires in the ‘Bling City’ of Dubai, premiering October 27.
I don’t think anyone’s ever called Dubai the ‘Bling City’ before, but I guess we’re going to start now, like when Drake started calling Toronto ‘the 6’ and we all just went along with it.
Welcome to the Bling City, fellow Blingers!
Here’s the official Dubai Bling description from Netflix:
“Dubai has earned a global reputation as the land of wealth and opportunities. Sitting at the forefront of trade, business and innovation, Dubai has long attracted the bold and ambitious who will stop at nothing to make their dreams come true.
“The cast of Dubai Bling embody this determined spirit, giving you behind-the-scenes access to the daily lives of the trailblazers who are at the top of their fields, from real estate, to entertainment, to socialites and influencers. From the enterprising businessman to the free-spirited who pursued their passion, the cast of Dubai Bling, built their empires from the ground up.
“Set against the backdrop of luxury cars, runway-fresh fashion, exotic resorts and exclusive access to the city’s most popular restaurants and late night hotspots, we follow the cast in their daily lives. It’s not long before the competition between friends heats up and secrets are revealed, causing problems, sassy clapbacks and a whole lot of drama.
“Every episode of this explosive Arabic reality show is packed with pizazz and guaranteed to keep you glued to your screens as you soak up the extravagance, luxury and intense drama of these 10 millionaires, living their version of the Dubai Dream.”
Dubai Bling is going to be a major talking point in the Gulf in the final months of 2022, and perhaps beyond.
And then who knows, maybe in 2023 we’ll see a reality show about the side of Dubai that doesn’t involve people, if I’m to speculate, showering diamonds on an albino jungle cat from the open door of a helicopter.