Akhras × Ghada – Sony Music Saudi Arabia
One night. Two artists. One palace. From sunset to sunrise, we transformed a historic palace into the stage for Akhras × Ghada's music video for Sony Music Saudi Arabia. Every scene was designed to complement the emotion of the track, balancing cinematic visuals with the energy of two performances, all within a single overnight shoot.
Challenges
Shooting an entire music video in just 12 hours meant every minute counted.
Working with two lead artists required precise scheduling to balance performance, lighting setups, and continuous location moves without interrupting the creative flow. Every department had to stay perfectly synchronized to keep the production moving throughout the night.
The production was also limited to the hours between sunset and sunrise , leaving no room for delays. Every setup had to be carefully planned to maximize the available darkness while maintaining continuity from the first shot to the last.
Filming inside a palace introduced another level of complexity. Protecting the location, navigating large spaces, and adapting equipment movement around the architecture demanded constant coordination between production, camera, lighting, and art.
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Production
The entire production operated with speed, precision, and constant communication.
As the night unfolded, multiple areas of the palace were transformed into completely different visual environments, allowing the music video to feel expansive while remaining within a single location. Every department worked seamlessly to keep the momentum alive, moving efficiently between setups without compromising the cinematic quality of the final film.
Despite the demanding schedule, every performance, camera movement, and lighting transition came together to create a visual experience that matched the emotion and scale of the music.
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Equipment
Every piece of equipment was selected to support cinematic movement, flexibility, and fast execution throughout the overnight shoot.
Camera & Lenses
Sony Burano
DZOFILM Lens Kit (14mm, 25mm, 35mm, 50mm, 75mm & 135mm)
Filters
Ultra Polarizer
Black Pro-Mist 1/8
ND 3 & ND 6
Star Filter
Camera Movement
Freefly Stabilization System
Direction & Monitoring
Atomos SUMO
Atomos Shogun
Video Assist System
Playback Unit & Microphone
Wireless Headsets
Atmosphere
2× Smoke Guns
3× Haze Machines
This package allowed the team to move quickly between setups while maintaining smooth camera movement, consistent monitoring, and the cinematic atmosphere that defined the film.
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Outcome
In a single night, we delivered a cinematic music video that blended performance, atmosphere, and striking production design into one cohesive visual story.
From the scale of the palace to the intimacy of the performances, every element was carefully orchestrated within a demanding overnight schedule, proving that with the right planning and teamwork, one night is all it takes to bring a powerful story to life.
