Roya TV launches its Ramadan 2026 programming lineup

With the arrival of Ramadan 2026 approaching, Roya TV is set to launch its comprehensive programming lineup for the holy month, offering a rich mix of entertainment, comedy, and cooking shows designed for the whole Jordanian and Arab family, perfectly matching the spirit of Ramadan.

Comedy Hour

Roya TV continues to present a distinguished selection of shows as part of its “Comedy Hour”, a staple for viewers seeking daily laughter and light-hearted fun. The lineup includes:

• Watan A’ Watar: The channel’s flagship comedy series, addressing social and political issues with humor and a relatable approach for the audience. Starring Imad Farajin, Mohammad Altaiti, and Samaher Salameh.
• Ya Ana Ya He: One of Roya TV’s original productions in Syria, presented as a comedic drama that reflects everyday life in a simple and relatable way. Featuring a star-studded Arab comedy cast including Amal Arafa, Amal Al-Dabbas, Nadine Tahseen Beik, Mohammad Hadaki, and Assem Hawat.
• Qabban Mousa: A social comedy set in a quiet village, exploring the tension between preserving traditions and adapting to modern life. Starring Mohammad Al-Ajarmeh, Noha Samara, Rabee Zaitoun, and Sara Abu Zahra.
• Shaker: Follows the story of Shaker, a boxing champion who wakes up after six years of coma to find a completely transformed world post-COVID-19 and the rise of social media, blending funny situations, daily-life moments, and beloved characters for a daily journey of laughter and Ramadan enjoyment. Starring Youssef Ja’roun, Maria Alian, Lana Mushtaq, and Nadim Rimawi.

Cooking Shows

For fans of food and culinary delights, Roya TV offers a daily lineup of leading cooking shows, combining traditional dishes with innovative recipes:

• Men Shubbak Ola: A new Ramadan show where Chef Ola Tashman opens the window to her kitchen, sharing flavors from Jordan and the Arab world. A warm and authentic experience offering a daily taste of home, Hosted by Yazeed Abulfailat.
• Roya Kitchen: A daily show providing a wide variety of recipes suitable for Ramadan, hosted by Chef Nidal Al-Buraihi with co-host Samir Hijazi.
• Yalla Netbokh: A fun and dynamic show combining unusual recipes with comedy; the kitchen is never ordinary, featuring bold and creative ideas. Hosted by Chef Yasmine Nasser, with content creator Mohammad Nabil joining for the third consecutive season.
• Aqwa Sofra: A competitive cooking show where families and friends challenge each other to prove whose table is the strongest, presented by media personality Nasser Al-Sheikh, with a judging panel including Chef Dima Hajjawi, Chef Sidqi Naddaf, and Chef Hammoud from Lebanon, offering interactive participation and innovative ideas to inspire families to serve delicious and varied dishes for Ramadan.

Drama Series

Roya TV also confirms that the full lineup of drama series for Ramadan 2026 will be announced soon, continuing its commitment to delivering diverse and engaging content for viewers throughout the holy month.

Last Year’s Performance

The launch of the 2026 lineup follows Roya TV’s strong performance during Ramadan 2025, when Roya Media Group achieved outstanding results across all platforms, surpassing 2 billion views on social media (a 42% increase over the previous year) and more than 72 million views on the digital platforms (26% growth).

On television, Ipsos data showed Roya TV leading daily viewership in Jordan with a 56.6% audience share and more than 2.8 million daily viewers, securing its position as the leading channel for the ninth consecutive year. “Comedy Hour” achieved a 25.3% viewership share with 49% growth, while Roya’s cooking shows continued to lead their category, reinforcing the channel’s status as the top choice for Jordanian audiences during Ramadan.