

Light Upon Light: A Documentary On Hijab
2025, English. Directed by Nour Sadek.
Forget what you think you know about the hijab.
Light Upon Light: A Documentary on Hijab is an intimate and deeply personal exploration of the diverse, raw, and untold stories of hijabi women. Through open and vulnerable conversations with 7 women, the film dismantles stereotypes, highlights the challenges imposed by society, and celebrates the profound beauty of the hijab beyond a mere clothing choice. It captures the individuality of each woman’s story—how they came to wear the hijab, the struggles they’ve faced, and the strength they’ve found in it. More than just fabric, the hijab is a journey, often misunderstood, and influenced by the way the world perceives it. By amplifying voices that are often unheard, the documentary creates a space for empathy, challenges misconceptions, and invites a deeper understanding of what it truly means to wear the hijab; inspiring everyone to see hijab in a new light.
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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- Released
- 2 March 2025
- Country
- United Arab Emirates
- Written by
- Nour Sadek
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Light Upon Light: A Documentary On Hijab runs 125 minutes (2h 5m).
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Light Upon Light: A Documentary On Hijab isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 March 2025. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
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Who directed Light Upon Light: A Documentary On Hijab?
Light Upon Light: A Documentary On Hijab (2025) was directed by Nour Sadek and stars Mariam Yassein, Rahma Ahmed, Rawan Mohab.