Keywords: Egyptian cinema


Egyptian actor Abdel Rahman Abou Zahra dies at the age of 92

Egyptian actor Abdel Rahman Abou Zahra has passed away at the age of 92 after a long illness, according to official statements from cultural authorities and artistic organizations. A prominent figure in Egyptian and Arab artistic production, Abou Zahra was widely regarded as one of the pillars of the......

Embodying Oum Kalthoum: The challenge behind a biopic of an Arab music legend

Egyptian actress Mona Zaki spent more than a year preparing for what she describes as the most demanding role of her career: portraying the legendary singer Oum Kalthoum in El Sett, the new biographical film directed by Marwan Hamed and premiered at the Marrakech International Film Festival 2025. Speaking......

Legendary Egyptian actor Lotfi Labib passes away at 78

The revered Egyptian actor Lotfi Labib has died at the age of 78 after a prolonged battle with illness, marking the end of a distinguished career that spanned decades and deeply influenced Egyptian cinema and television. Labib, who had been in and out of hospitals due to persistent health issues, passed......

Egyptian comedic genius Soliman Eid passes away at 64

Egyptian actor Soliman Eid has tragically passed away at the age of 64 following a sudden health crisis. He died shortly after being transferred to a hospital, as confirmed by various reports. Born on October 17, 1961, Eid began his acting career in the late 1980s and quickly became a beloved figure......

Veteran Egyptian Actor Nabil El Halfawy Passes Away at 77

The passing of celebrated Egyptian actor Nabil El Halfawy has left fans and admirers mourning across the globe. Known for his compelling roles in television and cinema, El Halfawy passed away at the age of 77 after a brief but severe health crisis related to chest complications. El Halfawy had been......