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What To Know
- Regis Gardens on Palm Jumeirah, celebrating the show’s depiction of high-stakes property deals and the pressures facing agents at the top of the market.
- Bandari, Founder and CEO of BenCo and Executive Producer, said, “Season 2 is set against a market that is unlike anything we have seen before.
- According to Dubai Land Department data, transactions reached approximately AED 431 billion in the first half of 2025, a 25 percent increase year-on-year.
Season 2 Kicks Off With Star Power
Million Dollar Listing UAE is back for its second season, giving viewers an unprecedented look at Dubai’s booming luxury property market. The STARZPLAY Original premiered on Wednesday, with two new episodes released weekly, featuring returning stars Ben Bandari, Rami Wahood, and Riad Gohar, alongside newcomers Sarah Serhan and Mai Khaled.
Luxury Real Estate Hits Historic Highs
The new season lands during a record-breaking year for Dubai real estate. According to Dubai Land Department data, transactions reached approximately AED 431 billion in the first half of 2025, a 25 percent increase year-on-year. Over 94,000 investors completed deals worth AED 326 billion, while 59,000 entered the market for the first time. Q3 added more than 56,000 transactions valued above AED 138 billion.
High-Stakes Deals And Real Drama
Bandari, Founder and CEO of BenCo and Executive Producer, said, “Season 2 is set against a market that is unlike anything we have seen before. You have billions changing hands, record prices, and long-term buyers. We wanted the show to reflect that reality, not just showcase pretty houses.” Wahood, Executive Partner at fäm Properties, added, “The drama comes from real negotiations, real deadlines, and real risk. It is business drama, not manufactured chaos.”
Episodes Spotlight Ultra-Prime Transactions
Listings this season reach tens and hundreds of millions of dirhams, including a single transaction by Wahood above AED 60 million. Episodes explore complex deal structures, cross-border client management, and the scramble for limited ultra-prime inventory as Dubai and Abu Dhabi strengthen their global luxury market positions.
Premiere Event Celebrates Season Launch
The premiere was held at Aretha, St. Regis Gardens on Palm Jumeirah, celebrating the show’s depiction of high-stakes property deals and the pressures facing agents at the top of the market.
Production And Sponsorship
Million Dollar Listing UAE is produced by Navigation Films in collaboration with Image Nation Abu Dhabi and STARZPLAY, with sponsorship from Aldar and DAMAC. It is the first international edition of the Emmy-nominated franchise.
