Arabian Business takes a look at the poetry competition that has capitvated audiences across the Middle East.
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Million’s Poet grand final
Hilal caused controversy with her poetry critical of extremist Muslim clerics. She came in third place with a prize money of AED3 million ($817,000). (Getty Images)
Kuwait’s Nasser al-Ajami recites his poem during the final episode of the talent show. He went on to win the top prize. (Getty Images)
Hilal, a Saudi housewife and mother, is interviewed by a journalist before the start of the final. (Getty Images)
Al-Ajami, a Kuwaiti, walked away with the top prize of AED5 million ($1.36 million). (Getty Images)
Al-Ajami recites his poem during the final episode broadcast from Abu Dhabi. (Getty Images)
Hilal waves at the crowd as she arrives to take part in the final. (Getty Images)
Lebanese singer Ragheb Alama performs on the show. (Getty Images)
