Dubai: Emaar, today officially announced the opening of‘The Dubai Stars’, a walkable, star-studded attraction in Downtown Dubai. The stellar walkway hosting stars was unveiledat a press conference attended by some of the celebrities awarded with a Dubai Star in the first phase of the launch.

The milestone event was graced by the presence of celebrities and influencers from across the globe including the painter, photographer and sculptor Mattar Bin Lahej; former Al-Hilal footballer Yasser Saeed Al-Qahtani; comedian, actor, film producer, television presenter, and a renowned television personality Ahmed Helmy; film actress Sonam Kapoor Ahuja; singer Balqees Fathi; playback singer, music composer and actor Muhammad Atif Aslam; actress Mona Zaki; and internet star Khalid Al Ameri.

Shymaa Binbrek, General Manager, Downtown Dubai, said, “In a city that has embraced the idea of multiculturalism, we take pride in implementing an initiative that will resonate with the local expatriate population and tourists visiting the emirate. The Dubai Stars, surrounded by landmark attractions such as Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and Dubai Opera, is touted to become one of the most-visited destinations in Dubai.”

Upon completion, the stars embedded sidewalk will celebrate 10,000 famous personalities from the worlds of music, film, art, architecture, sports and literature.