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Light Upon Light: A Documentary On Hijab (2025)

Light Upon Light: A Documentary on Hijab is an intimate and deeply personal exploration of the diverse, raw, and untold stories of hijabi women. Through open and vulnerable conversations with 7 women, the film dismantles stereotypes, highlights the challenges imposed by society, and celebrates the profound beauty of the hijab beyond a mere clothing choice. It captures the individuality of each woman’s story—how they came to wear the hijab, the struggles they’ve faced, and the strength they’ve found in it. More than just fabric, the hijab is a journey, often misunderstood, and influenced by the way the world perceives it. By amplifying voices that are often unheard, the documentary creates a space for empathy, challenges misconceptions, and invites a deeper understanding of what it truly means to wear the hijab; inspiring everyone to see hijab in a new light.

  • Documentary

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Mariam YasseinMariam YasseinSubject
  • Photo of Rahma AhmedRahma AhmedSubject
  • Photo of Rawan MohabRawan MohabSubject
  • Photo of Madina LoodinMadina LoodinSubject
  • Photo of Naveen BalkhiNaveen BalkhiSubject
  • Photo of Mehnaz AnshahMehnaz AnshahSubject
  • Photo of Salwa SadekSalwa SadekPoet
  • Photo of Shaikha AlshemeiliShaikha AlshemeiliBallerina
  • Photo of Safiya TahhanSafiya TahhanBallerina

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