Ahmed Awny
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— a Palestinian-Egyptian voice in cinema, acting, writing, music, and radio.
Who would have believed that a mere artistic coincidence in a city barely touched by life would turn into a dream that took me across borders to receive an award for my very first artistic experience — a beginning no mind could imagine, and the start of my journey as an actor.
Every role is a new heartbeat, every scene a different soul — yet all come alive through one face on the screen.
What began as a fragile dream in small acting workshops soon grew into a passion that carried me onto the screen, standing beside stars I once admired from afar. The road was anything but easy, yet every challenge became fuel — and today, I stand here not just with a story, but with an unshakable drive to reach higher.
In my second experience as an Assistant Director for Script & Dialogue, I had the privilege of working alongside my friend, director Shady Abdel Salam, on what became a groundbreaking project: “Welad El Shams”, which topped the charts across all platforms during Ramadan 2025. Although my acting role was only a minor one, the directing journey was unique — proof that our hard work did not go to waste, but instead ignited the passion for even greater successes ahead.
The signing of my first book, Technophobia, remains an unforgettable moment. I was deeply anxious about my debut as an author, and about how people would receive a satirical critique of how our behaviors have shifted in the age of social media. I still remember telling myself: “No one will show up to my book signing…” Yet, one by one, people filled the hall until it overflowed — transforming my fear into one of the most incredible nights of my life.
Let us not forget my childhood passion — writing poetry, the path through which I expressed my emotions. One day, I suddenly found myself in an advertising production company that turned one of my poems into a song: Colors of the Seventh Sky. It was an indescribable feeling to hear my own words sung, carrying so much emotion. That moment opened the door to a series of songs and advertising projects that followed.
Moments behind the radio microphone hold a unique magic. The silence of the room fades with the very first word, and my voice travels to embrace listeners I cannot see. It felt extraordinary to become the unseen companion of everyone tuning in — sharing with them moments of joy, nostalgia, and anticipation. The microphone was never just a tool, but a window from one heart to many.
In every photo session, I discover new faces within me — as if I am living many characters in every frame. The camera doesn’t just capture an image; it reveals the many faces that embody my creative energy. Each photo tells a different story, and every character reflects a hidden part of who I am.
Every word written about me has been a mirror —
reflecting how others saw me, not just how I saw myself.
Those articles weren’t merely about achievements;
they were about the journey — the fear, the courage, and the countless attempts to stay true to art and to people.
I’m grateful to everyone who wrote, observed, and believed that what we create is worth telling.
Because a word written about you… becomes your echo in the hearts of those who’ve never met you.
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Thank you, from the heart, to everyone who reached this point — who read, watched, and shared a part of my journey, with all its humble beginnings and restless dreams.
You are the reason this path keeps moving forward, the true spark behind every scene and every story told.
Stay connected on social media, because the journey is far from over — it’s still being written, one moment, one emotion, and one believer at a time.
— Ahmed Awny