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The controversy has escalated to national levels, prompting Egyptian broadcasters to respond with countermeasures. In response to Netflix’s depiction, a government-owned Egyptian broadcaster announced it would produce its own, historically accurate documentary about Cleopatra. This new production will feature a light-skinned actress to align more closely with traditional Egyptian and historical representations.
This move underscores the deep cultural importance of Cleopatra to Egypt. Many Egyptians are familiar with her appearance through historical records and artifacts, which do not support the Black race swap depicted by Netflix.