Egyptian Director Mohammed Sami Faces Setback in Acting Debut
Renowned Egyptian director Mohammed Sami encountered an unexpected setback at the start of his acting career with the drama series titled "8Shots".
Sami was set to star alongside Fathi Abdel Wahab, with the production helmed by Ahmed El Masry, marking his directorial debut. However, the project was ultimately halted without any official explanation.
Sources indicate that Sami faced several challenges related to the production and marketing of the series, including the withdrawal of multiple stars who were initially slated to participate, leading to a complete suspension of preparations.
Despite these obstacles, the source confirms that Sami remains committed to pursuing acting and has begun searching for a new script to fulfill his dream of appearing on screen.
* New Project Focuses on Education Issues
According to the source, Sami has selected a new dramatic script that addresses educational challenges in Egypt, portraying an educational figure who combats the "tutoring mafia" that exploits students for financial gain.
Through this character, Sami aims to present a positive model for educators and assist students in adopting modern and effective learning methods while raising fundamental questions about the education system.
No timeline for the commencement of filming for this new project has been established, but the enthusiasm of the Egyptian director for this endeavor is evident.
* Temporary Shift from Directing to Studying
It is noted that Sami had a strong presence in the last Ramadan season, directing two successful series, "Ish Ish" and "Sayed El Nas", before announcing a temporary departure from directing to focus on acting and personal aspirations.
In a surprising move, Sami traveled abroad, stating that his decision followed 15 years of continuous work, fearing "audience saturation with his style" or falling into the "trap of repetition". He confirmed that this trip is related to his studies, as he plans to spend two years learning something new that he has wanted to study for years but had to postpone due to artistic commitments.
His wife, Mai Omar, confirmed that Sami's extensive efforts during the Ramadan productions necessitated a period of rest and energy recovery away from the pressures of filming.
