Jordanian presenter Maryam al-Khatib announced the launch of her new program “Cinema +” on Jordanian television, marking a new stage in her media career, this time through artistic and cinematic content.
The program was announced in August 2026, while the Arab Media Faces platform documented the launch of the new project, noting that al-Khatib would present “Cinema +” on Jordanian television.
The program represents a new experience for al-Khatib on Jordanian television and places her in a media space specializing in cinema- and art-related content, at a time when Jordan’s cinematic scene is seeing increased activity in production, festivals and Arab and international presence.
“Cinema +” — a new presence for cinematic content on Jordanian television
Although Jordanian television has not yet published extensive details on its website about the segments of “Cinema +,” its airdate or the nature of its guests, the program’s title clearly points to a focus on cinematic content, in a media project seeking to bring the world of films and their creators closer to viewers.
Jordanian television’s interest in cinematic content is not new; in the past, it aired the program “C Cinema”, a weekly program that followed film news, new releases, the box office and film festivals, in addition to covering Jordan’s cinematic activity.
“C Cinema” continued to air on Jordanian television in 2026, with the broadcaster announcing episodes in July and August, reflecting a regular space for cinematic content in the channel’s schedule.
However, there is still no official information confirming whether “Cinema +” is an extension or evolved format of that program, or an entirely independent project. It is therefore best regarded as a new program until Jordanian television announces further details.
A launch coinciding with activity in Jordan’s film scene
The program is being launched at a time of notable activity in Jordanian cinema, through both local production and festivals and events hosted by the kingdom.
This activity gives television programs specializing in cinema greater scope to follow new productions, conduct interviews with artists and filmmakers, and highlight Jordanian, Arab and international experiences.
Jordanian television also has a long-standing relationship with cinematic content. According to the Jordanian Ministry of Culture, the Cinema and Photography Department was incorporated into Jordanian television in 1969 and contributed during that period to producing and screening a number of documentary films, making cinema part of the institution’s production history rather than merely modern entertainment content.
Maryam al-Khatib and a new experience before the audience
For Maryam al-Khatib, “Cinema +” represents a new step that gives her a dedicated space to present artistic content and brings her work to a wider audience through Jordan’s official broadcaster.
Available information indicates that the program was announced through al-Khatib’s account before being circulated by platforms covering Arab media figures. However, the Jordanian presenter’s full professional biography has not yet been sufficiently published in open sources.
During the research, the name “Maryam al-Khatib” appeared in the International Labour Organization’s 2021 archive in connection with a media and journalism student at Middle East University in Jordan who took part at the time in specialized training on journalistic coverage of migration issues and journalism ethics. However, there is insufficient public information to conclusively establish that the name refers to the same presenter, so this information cannot be included in her professional biography without an additional source confirming the match.
This caveat highlights the importance of distinguishing between information involving similar names and a documented biography, particularly as Jordanian television has not yet published a detailed official profile of the program’s presenter.
A new step in Jordanian arts media
With the launch of “Cinema +,” Maryam al-Khatib is embarking on a new experience combining television presenting and cinematic content, in a field gaining increasing visibility as Jordan’s film industry develops, festivals expand their activity and a new generation of filmmakers emerges in the kingdom.
Attention in the coming episodes will focus on the program’s identity and its approach to the cinematic scene, including whether it will combine news, interviews, criticism, recommendations and field coverage, or adopt a different format offering a distinct perspective on the world of cinema.
In any event, Maryam al-Khatib’s appearance on “Cinema +” marks a new stage in her media career and an opportunity to establish a presence linked to artistic and cinematic content on Jordanian television.
