Video: ‘Acting in Egypt was a dream,' Mena Massoud comments on his first Egyptian film
International Egyptian-born Canadian star Mena Massoud commented on his first Egyptian film, 'In Broad Daylight,' which is scheduled to be released in cinemas starting June 18.
Massoud wrote on Instagram 'There are no words to describe how excited I am for my film to premiere in Egyptian cinema. Acting in Egypt with all these amazing actors was a dream come true.'
'Egypt is home to some of the most talented artists in the world, and I look forward to all of you experiencing Egyptian cinema. Some for the first time, some for the hundredth time. I would like to thank Egypt and my family at In Broad Daylight for all your support over the years. It's wonderful to be home.'
In Broad Daylight
In Broad Daylight is the first Egyptian film starring Massoud. The film revolves around the journey of a young Egyptian man who is recruited into the most dangerous international mafia.
He returns home and choose to walk the difficult road of salvation and identity.
The film is directed by Marcos Adel and written by Karim Sorour. Various Arab stars participated in the film including: Eman al-Assi, Sherine Reda, Jamila Awad, Bayoumi Fouad, and Mahmoud al-Bezawy.
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