Lebanese-Swedish singer Maher Zain appeared on BBC Arabic’s “Trending” programme this month to discuss the origins of his song “Dima Maghrib” [1].

The appearance highlights the intersection of music and sports enthusiasm, demonstrating how cultural productions can unite diverse fanbases through shared joy [1, 2].

During the interview, Zain said the creative process behind the track and its role in connecting people. The discussion coincided with the release of an updated version of the song, which features Kuwaiti singer Hamoud Al-Khader [1, 2].

The new version of the song has seen rapid growth on digital platforms. According to YouTube data, the updated video has gathered more than 2 million views [1]. This milestone was achieved within 10 days of the video being posted [1].

Zain said the song was intended to turn sports enthusiasm into a collective experience. By collaborating with Al-Khader, the artist aimed to expand the reach of the message and bring a fresh perspective to the updated recording [1, 2].

The singer said the secret behind the song's creation and how it evolved from an initial idea into a viral hit. The collaboration between the Lebanese-Swedish and Kuwaiti artists underscores a cross-border musical partnership designed to resonate with a global audience [1, 2].

“The updated video has gathered more than 2 million views.”

The rapid accumulation of millions of views for 'Dima Maghrib' illustrates the power of combining sports-related sentiment with high-profile collaborations in the MENA region. By leveraging the reach of BBC Arabic and the combined fanbases of Zain and Al-Khader, the project demonstrates how music serves as a soft-power tool to foster regional unity and cultural exchange.