Latest news with #Ezma
Egypt Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
Salma Abu Deif, Jessica Hossam El-Din Join the Star-Studded Cast of Ezma
Rising stars Salma Abu Deif and Jessica Hossam El-Din have officially joined the cast of Ezma, a highly anticipated film led by actor Ahmed Dawood and marking the directorial debut of celebrated writer Mohamed Sadek. Known for his bestselling novels and successful screenplays, Sadek steps behind the camera for the first time with this cinematic adaptation. Based on his hit 2020 novel Ezma—a long-time chart-topper in Egypt and across the Arab world—the story follows 36-year-old Eissa, whose life takes a dramatic turn after receiving a mysterious birthday gift from an unexpected sender. The twist forces him to reexamine every detail of his journey. Mohamed Sadek continues his unique streak of literary and cinematic success, with Ezma becoming the fourth of his novels to be adapted for the screen. This new project brings together Ahmed Dawood and Ahmed Dash in a gripping tale that blurs the line between fate and choice, with Sadek writing and directing the film himself.
Egypt Today
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Egypt Today
Ahmed Dawoud & Ahmed Dash Join Forces in Ezma
Egyptian stars Ahmed Dawood and Ahmed Dash are on a roll, diving into a new cinematic collaboration titled 'Ezma', based on the acclaimed novel by Mohamed Sadek. In a major creative shift, Mohamed Sadek, best known for his literary successes, will make his directorial debut with this film. Producer Hani Osama confirmed that both Dawood and Dash have officially signed on. Filming will begin soon once final preparations and casting are complete. Originally published in 2020, 'Ezma' has the haunting tagline: 'Nine commands. Nine treasures. Find me.' The story follows Eissa, who, on his 36th birthday and after a brutal battle with life that leaves him utterly defeated, receives a mysterious gift from the last person he'd expect. The gift forces him to alter the course of his life entirely. Having lost his passion and sense of self, Eissa embarks on a soul-searching journey filled with challenges, self-discovery, and deep emotional trials—only to realize that to move forward, he must face his darkest fears.
