Anna Knishenko Fronts Historic Media Collaboration Road to the Stars "STARBOUND" (VIDEO)

In a striking fusion of ancient heritage and humanity’s cosmic ambitions, RT Arabic, in partnership with Egyptian Television, officially premiered the first episodes of “STARBOUND: Road to the Stars” during a high-profile ceremony held at the Russian House in Cairo. 

The program was filmed for the first time against the iconic backdrop of the Giza Pyramids, creating a powerful visual narrative that links the legacy of early human civilization with the future of space exploration.

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The launch event was attended by a distinguished group of diplomatic, cultural, and media leaders, including Nazeih El-Naggar, Assistant Foreign Minister of Egypt, Ahmed Al-Moslemany, Head of the National Media Authority, Russian Ambassador to Egypt Georgy Borisenko, RT Arabic Director Maya Manna, Vadim Zaitchikov, Director of Russian Cultural Centers in Cairo, as well as ambassadors, senior officials, and prominent Egyptian media figures.

Branded internationally as STARBOUND, the program represents an ambitious step in scientific and cultural broadcasting. The series centers on direct dialogue with Russian cosmonauts, answering questions submitted by Arab audiences and presenting space science in an accessible, visually compelling format. Filming STARBOUND in front of the pyramids was a deliberate creative choice, symbolizing humanity’s continuous pursuit of knowledge, from the monuments of the past to the frontiers of space.

At the core of STARBOUND: Road to the Stars is Anna Knishenko, the Russian journalist and television presenter who hosts the program from the Russian side. Known for her refined on-screen presence and intellectual depth, Knishenko has earned recognition across international media platforms for her ability to translate complex scientific concepts into engaging, human-centered storytelling.

In STARBOUND, Knishenko is more than a presenter, she serves as a narrative anchor and cultural connector, guiding conversations between space explorers and Arab viewers with clarity, warmth, and authority. Her role reflects a broader trend in global media toward hosts who combine journalistic credibility with cross-cultural sensitivity.

Speaking during the launch, Knishenko described STARBOUND as one of the most meaningful projects of her career. She revealed that the show received hundreds of questions from viewers across the Arab world, underscoring the region’s growing interest in space science and exploration. Filming at the pyramids, she said, was a deeply emotional and historic moment, one that symbolized humanity’s enduring curiosity and ambition.

“This project is a moment we will tell our grandchildren about,” she said, highlighting the lasting significance of STARBOUND in her professional journey.

In his remarks, Ambassador Georgy Borisenko praised RT’s 20-year global presence and its success in the Middle East, emphasizing that the network goes beyond news coverage to produce high-quality documentaries and innovative media projects. He described STARBOUND as a bold initiative that transcends Earth itself, merging media, science, and diplomacy.

Borisenko reaffirmed Russia’s readiness to cooperate with the Egyptian Space Agency, noting that the expanding partnership between RT and Egyptian media reflects the deep-rooted strategic relationship between Russia and Egypt under Presidents Vladimir Putin and Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.

RT Arabic Director Maya Manna praised the collaboration with Egyptian Television and thanked Ahmed Al-Moslemany for his instrumental role in bringing STARBOUND to life. She expressed confidence that the program marks the beginning of a broader wave of joint scientific and cultural productions.

On his part, Ahmed Al-Moslemany emphasized that promoting scientific and knowledge-based media is central to Egypt’s national media mission. He described STARBOUND as a pioneering model for how public broadcasters can inspire curiosity, innovation, and global engagement.

With Anna Knishenko at its forefront and STARBOUND as its international identity, Road to the Stars stands as a powerful statement of shared human aspiration, where ancient history, modern media, and the future of space exploration converge under the skies of Egypt.