11 Snapchatters Arab millennials should be following this Ramadan

Published June 16th, 2016 - 01:37 GMT

Snapchat may be the next ‘big thing’ in the era of connectivity. Launched four years ago, getting to know 'the ghost' was simple for the hip tribe of digital natives. And while Arab millennials rave about the concept of snapping-and-sharing, their parents and older brothers have tuned to the social media platform to make their businesses hit a home run!

Last July, Snapchat mesmerized the Muslim community by streaming riveting online images from the holy city and portraying for the very first time the rituals of worship and pilgrimage to a global audience. This Ramadan, holy month-themed news feeds were also released, and Muslims everywhere latched on to share yummy iftars and holiday vibes with friends and family!

This Ramadan, take the time to go behind the scenes of these mind-blowing Arab snapchatters and seeing life through their eyes - 10 seconds at a time. Happy fast-and-furious Ramadan snapping!







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Need to add some sunshine to a gloomy day? Try djkhaled305. DJ Khalid turns into a digital guru and dishes out an impressive repertoire of uplifting aphorisms on self-help, business wisdom and keys to success. He's a mashup of Horatio Alger and Tony Robbins, with a dollop of hilarious fun! Life is tough, but you don’t have to get all snappy.

Looking for last-minute beauty tips? Try hudabeauty. When it comes to beauty, Iraqi fashion blogger and "it" girl Huda Khattan knows how tap into makeup to look “the fairest of them all”. Get some quick how-to’s and beauty insights all the way from Dubai, and don’t you ever underestimate what a liquid lipstick can do!

Don’t know what to wear? Try asciaakf. Running late and haven't a clue what to wear for some quality Iftar time with family and friends? Everyone calm down, Ascia is here to help! While her closet will make you WOW, her snappy DIYs will teach you how to wrap a turban like a pro in the blink of an eye!

Wondering where to go for Eid? Try flywithhaifa. Dubai-based Palestinian travel blogger Haifa Beseisso takes you to the streets of India, Zanzibar and beyond with her on-the go tours of the most beautiful places on earth! A feast for the eyes, and a handful of new exciting places to put on your map!

Want a sneak peak into the real life of a supermodel? Try babybels777. Gigi Hadid is the top model everyone would love to have as a BFF, and now you can do - even if it's just virtual! Get your daily dose of glamour and also a bit of tormented on-and-off romance (remember her singing Pillowtalk right after a much-talked break up with Zayn?).

Share your Eid with the world? Try illmuslims. The Chicago-based crew created the first-ever “social and creative space for Millennial Muslims”. They now take to Snapchat to give Muslims everywhere a platform to share how they spend Ramadan and Eid. Wonder what else these bright dudes have in store for us?

Wanna be a millionaire? Try majedalsabah. Instagram superstar Sheik Majed Al Sabah is building an empire of devoted snap fans by giving a 360° view inside his daily life. From shopping to travelling to his tips for tech, you’ll get a pocket guide to surviving the urban jungle with the flawless style of a big-money man.

Learn to laugh under pressure? Try snaphalam. Self-proclaimed 'Queen of Arab tabloids' Ahlam Shamsi came under fire with her controversial TV show, asking contestants to undergo tests to prove their love. On snapchat she shows a great humor to her (huge!) digital audience, proving that - despite criticism - a real queen never loses her crown.

Need a Quran lesson? Try qariyoussef. Moroccan Qari Youssef is a passionate student who memorized the holy book at a young age and graduated with honors from the Quran Institute. Impressively, he knows both the Hafs ‘an ‘Aasim and Warsh ‘an Nafi recitation styles! Let this talented youth inspire you with his touching sermons this Ramadan.

Need a belly laugh? Try EyshElly. You’ve probably heard of this Saudi channel where a host reviews viral videos with 2MIL fans and 300MIL views per video! Now the funniest face of the Saudi comedy scene - Badr Sale- has joined the little ghost’s platform on a mission to make you LOL with 10-seconds jokes that will make you laugh 'til you cry!

Follow a leader? Try haylaTV. Famed for her YouTube entertainment and lifestyle tips, Syrian-born Dubai-based teen Hayla Ghazal has already packed a punch with Millennials. The UN has described her as a “changemaker” of her generation, getting her message out via all things digital. Proof that social media can bring positive change.

DJ Khalid
Huda Khattan
Ascia AKF
Haifa Beseisso
Gigi Hadid
illmuslims
Sheik Majed Al Sabah
Ahlam Shamsi
Qari Youssef
Bidzsaleh
HAYLA TV
DJ Khalid
Need to add some sunshine to a gloomy day? Try djkhaled305. DJ Khalid turns into a digital guru and dishes out an impressive repertoire of uplifting aphorisms on self-help, business wisdom and keys to success. He's a mashup of Horatio Alger and Tony Robbins, with a dollop of hilarious fun! Life is tough, but you don’t have to get all snappy.
Huda Khattan
Looking for last-minute beauty tips? Try hudabeauty. When it comes to beauty, Iraqi fashion blogger and "it" girl Huda Khattan knows how tap into makeup to look “the fairest of them all”. Get some quick how-to’s and beauty insights all the way from Dubai, and don’t you ever underestimate what a liquid lipstick can do!
Ascia AKF
Don’t know what to wear? Try asciaakf. Running late and haven't a clue what to wear for some quality Iftar time with family and friends? Everyone calm down, Ascia is here to help! While her closet will make you WOW, her snappy DIYs will teach you how to wrap a turban like a pro in the blink of an eye!
Haifa Beseisso
Wondering where to go for Eid? Try flywithhaifa. Dubai-based Palestinian travel blogger Haifa Beseisso takes you to the streets of India, Zanzibar and beyond with her on-the go tours of the most beautiful places on earth! A feast for the eyes, and a handful of new exciting places to put on your map!
Gigi Hadid
Want a sneak peak into the real life of a supermodel? Try babybels777. Gigi Hadid is the top model everyone would love to have as a BFF, and now you can do - even if it's just virtual! Get your daily dose of glamour and also a bit of tormented on-and-off romance (remember her singing Pillowtalk right after a much-talked break up with Zayn?).
illmuslims
Share your Eid with the world? Try illmuslims. The Chicago-based crew created the first-ever “social and creative space for Millennial Muslims”. They now take to Snapchat to give Muslims everywhere a platform to share how they spend Ramadan and Eid. Wonder what else these bright dudes have in store for us?
Sheik Majed Al Sabah
Wanna be a millionaire? Try majedalsabah. Instagram superstar Sheik Majed Al Sabah is building an empire of devoted snap fans by giving a 360° view inside his daily life. From shopping to travelling to his tips for tech, you’ll get a pocket guide to surviving the urban jungle with the flawless style of a big-money man.
Ahlam Shamsi
Learn to laugh under pressure? Try snaphalam. Self-proclaimed 'Queen of Arab tabloids' Ahlam Shamsi came under fire with her controversial TV show, asking contestants to undergo tests to prove their love. On snapchat she shows a great humor to her (huge!) digital audience, proving that - despite criticism - a real queen never loses her crown.
Qari Youssef
Need a Quran lesson? Try qariyoussef. Moroccan Qari Youssef is a passionate student who memorized the holy book at a young age and graduated with honors from the Quran Institute. Impressively, he knows both the Hafs ‘an ‘Aasim and Warsh ‘an Nafi recitation styles! Let this talented youth inspire you with his touching sermons this Ramadan.
Bidzsaleh
Need a belly laugh? Try EyshElly. You’ve probably heard of this Saudi channel where a host reviews viral videos with 2MIL fans and 300MIL views per video! Now the funniest face of the Saudi comedy scene - Badr Sale- has joined the little ghost’s platform on a mission to make you LOL with 10-seconds jokes that will make you laugh 'til you cry!
HAYLA TV
Follow a leader? Try haylaTV. Famed for her YouTube entertainment and lifestyle tips, Syrian-born Dubai-based teen Hayla Ghazal has already packed a punch with Millennials. The UN has described her as a “changemaker” of her generation, getting her message out via all things digital. Proof that social media can bring positive change.

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