عبدالكريم مهدي

"Republic of Corona" is a Yemeni comedic drama series concept designed to capture the social dynamics, panic, and everyday absurdities experienced during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rendered in a vibrant, expressive, comic-book illustration style, the show brings together a diverse cast of traditional Yemeni characters dealing with the strict health mandates of the pandemic in a lighthearted, humorous frame.

Set in the Al Jahmalyah neighborhood during the early nineties of the last century; the events revolve around the conflicts over land and inherited real estate, as well as the struggle of love and hate through the story of the market saleswoman, Bent Sabr.