Awj Studios Wins Five Awards at the 2025 Telly Awards

Awj Studios, a leading Saudi documentary production company and a subsidiary of Media Turtles, has been honored with five international awards at the 46th Telly Awards. These recognitions span various categories including news, social impact, and general documentary, highlighting Awj’s deep narrative approach and world-class production quality

Riyadh, May 23, 2025, corresponding to 24/11/1446 H, 11:00 PM

A Saudi Milestone Reinforcing the Global Presence of Arabic Content

In a testament to the growing presence of Saudi media production on the global stage, Awj Studios—a company specializing in sustainable documentary content—secured five prestigious honors at the 46th annual Telly Awards 2025. The awards recognized a series of impactful human, cultural, and social productions known for their strong storytelling and high production quality.

The Telly Awards, established in 1979, are among the most respected international accolades in the television and digital media industry. They celebrate excellence in content production across platforms—whether traditional broadcasts, documentaries, advertisements, or digital formats.

Five Projects, Five Messages Beyond Borders

Awj Studios received five awards across diverse categories, all produced for prominent Saudi entities—demonstrating not only the strength of local production but also the trust Saudi partners place in national creative talents.

1. Hena– The World’s Most Dangerous Heart Surgeries

  • Category: General Documentary – Film & Shorts
  • Client: Cultural Channel
  • This film documents some of the most complex cardiac surgeries performed on children with life-threatening heart conditions.
  • 2. Al-Satr Al-Awsat

  • Category: Series – News & Politics – Television
  • Client: MBC Group, aired on MBC1
  • A political analysis program exploring regional and global shifts with intellectual depth and media precision.
  • 3. Hanna – The Siamese Twins

  • Category: General Documentary – Film & Shorts
  • Client: Cultural Channel
  • A rare medical documentary telling the story of a successful separation surgery for Siamese twins in Saudi Arabia.
  • 4. Mushawara

  • Category: Series – Social Impact – Television
  • Client: Saudi Broadcasting Authority – Saudi Channel
  • A social dialogue program hosted by Dr. Yasser Al-Hazimi, addressing mental and behavioral balance in Saudi society with a rational and scientific tone.
  • 5. Timeless Treasures (Tharawat Khalidah)

  • Category: General Documentary – Film & Shorts
  • Client: Ministry of Media – Konooz Initiative
  • A high-caliber visual tribute to the Kingdom’s cultural and historical heritage, presenting it as a living legacy for the present and future.
  • Global Recognition of Saudi Production Excellence

    Commenting on the achievement, Obada Al Hamami, CEO of Awj Studios, stated:

    “This international recognition reflects our belief that when Arabic content is told with professionalism and authenticity, it can compete, inspire, and influence globally. Our stories deserve to be told in the world’s languages—without losing their identity.”

    Moath Al Hamami, President of Media Turtles Network, added:

    “We are proud that these award-winning projects were produced for national institutions that believe in the power of media to serve humanity. This win is not just ours—it signifies the maturity of the Saudi media ecosystem and confirms we have something valuable to say and offer to the world.”

    A Word of Thanks

    Awj Studios extends heartfelt thanks to all its partners who placed their trust in the studio and contributed to the creation of these projects. Special acknowledgment goes to the Ministry of Media, the Saudi Broadcasting Authority, MBC Group, and the Cultural Channel. This milestone marks not an end, but a new step in a long journey toward building impactful, sustainable content with global relevance.

    About Awj Studios

    Awj Studios, a subsidiary of the Media Turtles Network, is one of the Arab world’s leading studios specializing in documentary and program production. The studio is dedicated to telling authentic Arab stories with a global narrative, upholding the highest standards of storytelling and production. Awj’s content is featured on major platforms and networks, positioning it today as one of the most influential Arab voices in international media.