Saudi Parody Redefines What It Means To "Kiss"

First, a handshake. A nose kiss. Then comes the giggle. Saudi’s satire of the “First kiss video” viral boom turns to a celebration of diversity and leaves the viewer with an imaginary question mark. Had we forgotten about traditional greetings?

“You tried this before, right?” says one of the participants as he gives away a smile. If the ‘First Kiss’ video turns awkwardness into a stirring sensation, the Saudi parody reinvents the meaning of a kiss and swaps the quirky with an existential question mark. Who wouldn’t try the nose kiss, for a (real) change?

Valentina Primo

Journalist, globetrotter, and determined idealist. Since Valentina left her home country of Argentina, she has searched for ways to build bridges between cultures and foster dialogue. Her previous work in international organizations in Italy and Germany fed her passion for the world of development, while her 8-year journalistic experience in Argentina and Egypt increased her curiosity for everything that challenges the stereotype. She holds a BA in Journalism and a Masters in Peace Studies with a specialization in Human Rights.