February is the month of love — and brings about a stack of swoon-worthy films to watch. Whether for those in relationships or those embracing their singleness, there is something special about watching Egyptian romcoms (romantic comedies) that everyone can enjoy on Valentine’s Day. The Egyptian romcoms — especially in the early 2000s — were some of the most delightful films to emerge from the Egyptian film industry. Beyond the unparalleled Egyptian humor and — often — cheesy monologues: these early 2000s Egyptian romcoms offer the perfect blend of laughs, tears, and nostalgic feels. Here is a collection of heart-fluttering Egyptian romcoms to watch this Valentine. Short w Fanela w Cap (2000) Egyptian heartthrob Ahmed El Sakka captured the hearts of a million Egyptian girls in his romcom Short w Fanela w Cap (Short, T-shirt, and Cap) (2000). Between forbidden love, strict fathers, and an epic love story between El Sakka and Nour, Short w Fanela w Cap is a fan-favorite. Hob El Banat (2004) Ahead of Valentine’s Day, hundreds of Laila Elwy memes flood the internet because of that one scene in Hob El Banat (Girls Love) — those…
