The Saudi series "Shabab Al-Bomb" has achieved millions of views on YouTube, with its episodes reaching up to 400 million views in just 15-16 days. The series, which presents social and sporting events in a comedic format, stars Faisal Al-Issa. In an interview, Faisal discusses the series' success and goal of being close to the youth and making them enjoy the work. He also addresses criticism, stating that the series is a comedy and not meant to be educational. Faisal mentions that the series will continue for five years and that he appreciates the support of Prince Alwaleed bin Talal. He also talks about the character of Darbawi, who is a socially outcast character, and explains that the series does not create stereotypes but rather presents characters that have been seen before in other series. Faisal also discusses his support for Al-Ittihad Club and his relationship with Saudi television, stating that he did not leave Saudi television and that it supports him. He also answers questions about the series, including whether it competes with the Salafists and whether it presents a targeted message.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The Saudi series "Shabab Al-Bomb" achieves millions of views on YouTube.
2. The series is shown on the Rotana Gulf channel.
3. The series presents social and sporting events in a comedic format.
4. Faisal Al-Issa is the star of the series.
5. The series has reached a billion views.
6. The series is divided into six parts.
7. The last part of the series reached 400 million views in 15 or 16 days.
8. The series is a trend in all the Gulf countries.
9. The series has been criticized for some of its content.
10. Faisal Al-Issa's goal is to be close to the youth and for the youth to enjoy the series.
11. The series is a comedy, not an educational program.
12. Faisal Al-Issa has a Snapchat account for the series.
13. The series will continue for five years.
14. Faisal Al-Issa has a job to defend the series against criticisms.
15. The character of Darbawi in the series is not a representation of Saudi youth.
16. Faisal Al-Issa supports Al-Ittihad Club.
17. Faisal Al-Issa did not leave Saudi television, but rather chose to work with Rotana.
18. The series does not compete with the Salafists.
19. The series simulates the simple reality of young people.
20. The series is not racist, but rather describes nationality.