The Real Housewives of Dubai

Dubai-based reality television series in the United Arab Emirates

The Real Housewives of Dubai

Genre| Reality
Starring|

* Nina Ali
* Sara Al Madani
* Chanel Ayan
* Caroline Brooks
* Lesa Milan
* Caroline Stanbury
* Taleen Marie

Country of origin| United States
Original language| English
No. of seasons| 2
No. of episodes| 29 (list of episodes)
Production
Executive producers|

* Steven Weinstock
* Glenda Hersh
* Lauren Eskelin
* Jamie Jakimo
* Brandon Panaligan
* Glenda N. Cox
* Chelsey Stephens
* Giovanni Wilson
* Andy Cohen

Camera setup| Multiple
Running time| 41–43 minutes
Production company| Truly Original
Original release
Network| Bravo (United States)
OSN+ (United Arab Emirates)
Release| June 1, 2022 (2022-06-01) –
September 17, 2024 (2024-09-17)
Related
The Real Housewives Ultimate Girls Trip

The Real Housewives of Dubai, abbreviated RHODubai, is an American reality television that premiered on Bravo since June 1, 2022. Developed as the eleventh installment of The Real Housewives franchise, it has aired two seasons and focuses on the personal and professional lives of several women living in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.[1]

## Production

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### Seasons 1–2

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The first season aired from June 1 to September 7, 2022. The original cast consisted of Nina Ali, Sara Al Madani, Chanel Ayan, Caroline Brooks, Lesa Milan and Caroline Stanbury.[2] Phaedra Parks of The Real Housewives of Atlanta appeared in a recurring guest role.[3] Lystra Adams of The Real Housewives of Cheshire made a guest appearance during the season finale. Ali announced her departure from the series in January 2023.[4]

In November 2023, it was confirmed that the second season would premiere in 2024, with Taleen Marie joining the series as the newest housewife.[5] The second season aired from June 2 to September 17, 2024.[6] Newcomer Saba Yussouf joined as an official "friend of the housewives".[7] Dawn Ward of The Real Housewives of Cheshire made a guest appearance during the seventh and thirteenth episode. Former housewife Ali made guest appearances during the eleventh and thirteenth episode.

In November 2024, Bravo placed the series on hiatus.[8]

## Cast

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### Timeline of cast members

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Main cast members  Cast member  | Seasons

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1 | 2
Nina Ali  | Main | Guest
Chanel Ayan  | Main
Caroline Brooks  | Main
Lesa Milan Hall  | Main
Sara Al Madani  | Main
Caroline Stanbury  | Main
Taleen Marie Khanoyan  | Guest | Main
Friends of the housewives
Saba Yussouf  |  | Friend

## Episodes

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Main article: List of The Real Housewives of Dubai episodes

The Real Housewives of Dubai episodesSeason| Episodes| Originally aired| Average
Viewers

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First aired| Last aired
1| 14| June 1, 2022 (2022-06-01)| September 7, 2022 (2022-09-07)| 0.59
2| 15| June 2, 2024 (2024-06-02)| September 17, 2024 (2024-09-17)| 0.29

## Reception

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### Critical response

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Reception to the series has been generally negative with praise to the graphic depictional portrayals of the Dubai architectural wonders but the presentation of the show being lopsidedly devoid of being factoring in Islamic legal restrictions and values, merely briefly mentioning the said technicalities with attention being overly centering around Chanel Ayan with dialogue seeming to be "rehearsed one-liners" although it's been admitted, "The relevant authorities are not responsible and do not verify the accuracy of the information contained in the show. The primary purpose of this series is to entertain" with initial announcement of the series bringing controversy of filming in a country with laws infringing against homosexuality and women's rights.[9][10][11][12][13]

## References

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1. ^ Laura Rosenfeld (November 1, 2021). "Bravo Greenlights The Real Housewives of Dubai". BravoTv. Retrieved March 22, 2022.
2. ^ Team TV Deets (November 1, 2021). "'Real Housewives Of Dubai' Cast Revealed: Meet The Rumoured Housewives". TV Deets. Retrieved March 22, 2022.
3. ^ "How Phaedra Parks Brings the Drama to the Real Housewives of Dubai". Screen Rant. August 27, 2022.
4. ^ Jackson, Dory; Quinn, Dave (January 30, 2023). "'Real Housewives of Dubai' Star Nina Ali Exits Series After 1 Season: 'It Was an Honor'". People. Retrieved August 10, 2023.
5. ^ "The Real Housewives of Dubai Season 2 Will Welcome a New 'Wife to the Group: Get the Details". November 3, 2023.
6. ^ Crist, Allison (February 29, 2024). "The Real Housewives of Dubai Tease "New Beginnings" in a Must-See First Look at Season 2". Bravo). Retrieved February 29, 2024.
7. ^ "Here's Where the RHODubai Cast Stands in Season 2 as They "Balance New Dynamics"". Bravo). April 11, 2024. Retrieved April 11, 2024.
8. ^ Simpson, Kaitlin (November 7, 2024). "'The Real Housewives of Dubai' Is Put on 'Pause' After 2 Seasons (Exclusive)". Us Weekly. Retrieved November 7, 2024.
9. ^ Julian, Jordan (June 2, 2022). "We're Devastated to Report That 'The Real Housewives of Dubai' Is Tragically Boring". The Daily Beast. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
10. ^ Andrews, Farah (June 2, 2022). "'Real Housewives of Dubai' review: a reality show that doesn't represent real life in UAE". The National News. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
11. ^ Tronco, Fernanda. "Everything You Need To Know About The Real Housewives Of Dubai". Grazia Magazine. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
12. ^ Macke, Johnni (May 17, 2022). "'Real Housewives of Dubai': Everything to Know About Bravo's 1st International Series in the Franchise". Us Weekly. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
13. ^ Henderson, Cydney (November 3, 2021). "Bravo's 'The Real Housewives of Dubai' announcement sparks sharp backlash". USA Today. Retrieved May 15, 2024.

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