Dubai, UAE, 9 August 2010: In order to further enhance the Ramadan experience for people in the UAE, du has signed on the highly respected and world-renowned UAE National Al Munshed, Ahmed Bukhatir as du’s brand ambassador. The collaboration, will provide  du mobile customers exclusive access to Ahmed Bukhatir’s Islamic content, including downloads from the talented artist’s  latest 2010 album that will be released to the market during Ramadan - in which he delivers the message of Islam to the world through the power of his voice – exclusively available for du customers during the holy month.
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“We are very excited to announce our partnership with this well-loved, home-grown artist, and to welcome him onboard as a brand ambassador for du. This collaboration will provide our customers with access to Nasheeds from Ahmed Bukhatir’s spiritual works - which we believe will help people get the most out of their spiritual journey and bring them closer to their loved ones during this important religious time,” commented Hala Badri, Executive Vice President, Brand and Communication, du.
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Ahmed Bukhatir has been one of the pioneers of Nasheed, an Islamic art in which an artist sings without any musical instrument. The content on offer will include music downloads of all 10 Nasheeds from Ahmed’s seventh album, ‘Moments with Allah’, including the popular new Nasheed ‘Moth Arafto Allah Rabbi’, meaning ‘Since I came to know my God’. The new album is set to be released to an international audience, in recognition of Ahmed’s Nasheed writing and vocal talents, along with the increasing appeal that Nasheed is experiencing around the world. It will include Nasheeds in different Arabic dialects, as well as in French and English. Islamic art lovers will also have access to a variety of caller tunes, ringtones, wallpapers, Arabic and English Dua’as, Anasheed. For the first time, du mobile content will also include Quran recitals with the voice of celebrated spiritual artist.
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“I am honoured to be collaborating with du, a highly reputable UAE company that conducts a number of activities to support the local community, as well as others around the world. This exciting new venture will help us together spread the true meaning of Ramadan to du customers during this truly special month, providing them with a source of inspiration for their prayers and giving them strength during the fasting hours. And most importantly, Nasheed is something that can be shared between family and friends so that they can experience the spiritual feeling of Ramadan together,” said Ahmed Bukhatir.

Ahmed has just returned from the 3 rd Annual “Journey of Faith” conference held in Toronto, Canada.  For the very first time Ahmed has performed across the Atlantic to a live audience of 10,000 guests of the conference. Based on the main theme of the conference “The Holy Quran”, Ahmed has performed by singing the nasheeds “Iqra” & “Kitab Allah” to highlight the knowledge & guidance of the Holy Quran.  The live recording of the concert will be uploaded soon.  Ahmed has also visited the Niagara Falls which was a breathtaking experience and over all, he just loved the city of Toronto.  He was also happy to see the brothers and sisters in Toronto and what they have achieved in delivering the message of Islam.   . For more images please click here.

Ahmed Bukhatir in Canada!   .   “Journey of Faith” is pleased to announce the attendance of world renowned Nasheed artist Ahmed Bukhatir who will be performing live at our event for the very first time. Attend the event and welcome Ahmed Bukhatir at his debut concert in Toronto, Canada and you will enjoy with the mesmerizing voice of Ahmed Bukhatir.   . Join us from 02nd July – 04th July At Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 222 Bremner Boulevard, South Building Toronto, Ontario

.   .. Ahmed has just came back from the city of the Pyramids, Yes! Cairo, where he has completed the shooting of his new video clip, the Nasheed is called "Moth 3arafto Allah Rabbi" which means "Since I came to know Allah my God" from the new album which will release very soon. The scenario is written by Ahmed himself which depicts Ahmed comforting his friend "Khalid" after he came to know that he is going through a problem which is making him extremely sad. The video was directed by Ahmed Abdilbasit, who has also directed "My city Sharjah" and "Atfalana" for Ahmed previously. This will be the next video clip after "Atfalana" where Ahmed awed us with his performance and will entertain us once again as the video clip "Moth 3araftoAllah Rabbi" will be of different nature than the past video clips of Ahmed, it is a cheerful and entertaining video passing along the message with the beautiful voice and appearance of Ahmed Bukhatir. Releasing very soon...   ..   . For more images please click here. .

.   .. Ahmed Bukhatirs latest video of the Nasheed Atfalana Will be broadcasted in Sharjah T.V for the next twenty days. As we all know the video has been shot in scenic locations of Oman, handpicked by Ahmed personally. It features children of the Arab world and their joys of life.   .. Following this exclusive air play time on Sharjah TV, the video will be played on all other Channels.   . Be sure to catch it! .

.   Ahmed Bukhatir opened 2009 with an interview with Sama Dubai TV Channel in which they talked about when Ahmed took up singing as a career and how it all started? They asked about the risks he took and if he made any sacrifices. Ahmed of course being used to answering these sort of questions answered and confessed rather about how he realized that dividing and prioritizing was the key to his success and how Personalities related to the media industry should emphasize on that. They also talked about Ahmed's entrepreneurial involvements, the businesses he is running and his aims for the coming future.   .. The Concert named ‘Fursan Al Emarat’ ‘Knights of The Emirates’ in which Ahmed was once again the highlight of the night, performed two melodies with the special release of the song named after the big evening ‘Knights of the Emirates.’   . “The welcome the massive crowd gave to me was amazing” Ahmed said, he also praised the hospitality of the Capital City Abu Dhabi and said that he always feels welcomed there in a very special way. .

.   Ahmed Bukhatir’s concert at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi organized by the Abu Dhabi Ministry of Interior proved to be a memorable one. The show was attended by a number of Chief Guests and a capacity crowd.   .. The interview will be aired on the Sama Dubai TV Channel between a program called "Amongst People." Be sure to catch it!   .

.   . Ahmed had a Phone interview on the 9 th of November live on Oman FM the host asking generally about Ahmed’s lifestyle, about the pros and cons of being a star. They then asked a lot of questions on the amount of physical and mental effort involved behind chanting, production and distribution of all that Ahmed does.   . They also talked about the on-going events in Ahmed’s life at the moment, his entrepreneurial involvements and his division of time for all equally. How tough is that we wonder at times? Well that’s what Ahmed enlightened us all within his time on air. Off course all this was whilst he was attending to calls from his fans in Oman and everywhere else who were calling for extending their wishes and prayers for Ahmed.   ..

.   . Ahmed Bukhatir has been invited by the well known MBC TV Channel on Tuesday, 28 th October, 2008 to be featured in the program ‘Good Morning Arabs’. The interview will be the second hosted by the same channel for Ahmed.   . The program will be aired from 12pm to 2pm so we all look forward to being glued to our televisions!   ..