KATWALK (2023)
Enter the world of Katwalk, where Khadija, a girl with a hijab and a love for fashion, aspires to conquer the runway. This web series unfolds the captivating journey of her dream pursuit, brimming with societal tensions.
Katwalk paints a vivid portrait of the challenges faced by a bicultural woman striving to chase her dreams in a Western landscape. It's a narrative that weaves together the intricate threads of identity, the quest for role models, the power of friendship, and the essence of freedom of choice.
This is a rollercoaster ride of 6x10 minute drama web-series made with NPO, where storytelling meets a riot of humor, bursts of absurdism, a kaleidoscope of vibrant fashion, and a splash of unapologetic weirdness.
Fair representation
In our quest for the perfect lead role, authenticity was our guiding star. I believe in breaking stereotypes, especially the misconception that women who wear hijabs are confined to the shadows of shyness and invisibility. It's a common narrative in the film industry to cast actresses without hijabs for such roles, perpetuating a limited perspective.
Contrary to the norm, I think it's not a matter of actresses not being found; it's about roles not being created for them, resulting in a limited search. We embarked on a different journey, seeking a fresh approach, and that's when we discovered our shining star, Meryam Khaldi. Her portrayal of our lead character, Khadija, is nothing short of magnificent.
Listen into the details of our lead role search for Khadija in a live interview with Funx radio station.
