Mahal
NoonFont · Naser Khadem · 2024
A geometric Arabic/Persian display typeface in 9 weights, built around vertical letterforms with calligraphic awareness and playful detailing suited to headlines and covers.
About
Mahal prioritises verticality in its letterforms while retaining calligraphic sensitivity, with particular attention paid to inter-letter spacing, counter independence and the rhythm of vertical strokes. The result is a display face with enough detail and character for posters, social media and application interfaces. Its nine weights give designers sufficient range without venturing into text-setting territory.
Classification
Designed with strong verticality and playful letterform details, Mahal is explicitly positioned as a display typeface suited to headlines and short texts, with geometric construction characteristics common to contemporary Arabic/Persian display type.