“Pretty crazy”— When Dubai Bling star Ebraheem Al Samadi opened up about getting a casting call
Dubai Bling star Ebraheem Al Samadi revealed details of his entry into Netflix’s hit reality show during an exclusive interview with Masala magazine back in late 2022. According to him, when streaming giant Netflix was looking for people for its new Dubai-based reality series, they approached potential to cast members with minimal information about the project. His exact words about his experience as an actor were,
“Quite crazy, none of the team members knew his name Dubai Bling or that it will air on Netflix! The day I got the call, the only information I had was that the show would be a story about successful business people and that it would be on one of the world’s biggest streaming networks. To be very honest, I was thrilled about this because I felt like I finally had the opportunity to talk about my story and how I’ve successfully grown my business in the region.”
Recently, Al Samadi was featured in Dubai Bling season 3 which premiered on January 8th on Netflix.
Dubai Bling star Ebraheem Al Samadi opened up about the mysterious casting call
The Netflix team approached him with a simple proposition about showcasing successful entrepreneurs in Dubai. During these early conversations, the producers pointed out Dubai Bling’s focus on Dubai’s business community. The acting experience proved to be significant for Al Samadi’s career.
Star business portfolio at the time it included Forever Rose, a floral brand specializing in long-lasting flowers available in 34 colors. The brand has gained recognition for its flowers that last up to three years without water or sunlight. He also ran Forever Rose Café, a unique 2D coffee shop concept that first gained popularity on TikTok.
Background
Born in Kuwait in 1988, Al Samadi moved to the United States at the age of two. Dubai Bling the star’s early years involved frequent travel between Kuwait and the US, creating challenges with language and cultural identity. In a podcast with Hikmet Wehbi, he described himself as a “hybrid” due to his Kuwaiti-American heritage, facing challenges of acceptance from both communities.
He said that his mother played a key role in his business development. She encouraged him to sell his excess clothes on eBay, inadvertently starting his entrepreneurial journey. This early support system proved crucial to his later success in larger business ventures.
Living in a modest one-room apartment, he turned his clothing sales into lucrative ventures. This early experience shaped his business approach, leading to larger projects such as Forever Rose in London. His decision to move the business to Dubai proved successful, especially with the royal clientele supporting the brand.
In the same interview with Masala Magazine, when asked whether or not he misses his old way of life, he said:
“I proudly made my first million dollars at the age of 18, so we’re talking about my teenage years, and who wouldn’t miss that? As much as I love my current life with chaos, multiple responsibilities, exciting plans and more — I miss the peace I had before the storm!”
When asked about the difference between millionaires and non-millionaires Ebraheem, Ebraheem replied,
“Kind, humble and generous — these 3 words describe both non-millionaire Ebraheem and millionaire Ebraheem. I strive to work hard and succeed; money has never been my priority and I’m glad that the people who are close to me know that well.”
Recent developments
In January 2025. Dubai Bling star announced a new YouTube series called Habibi Ebraheem. The show will feature shopping sprees with competition winners at Dubai Hills Mall, combining his business ventures with community engagement. Each episode will last 15 minutes, with a focus on real interactions with the participants.
His website REJUVEMENOW.COM was recently launched, introducing NMN additions to his business line. He married Hamda Al Hamly in March 2023 at Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi.
The wedding is highlighted in Dubai Blingsecond season, marking another turning point in his public life. However, the star announced the split on January 8 during a podcast appearance.
Dubai Bling season 3 airs on Netflix.
Edited by Tiasha
