Ahmed Maher Reveals Career Secrets: Trained by Ahmed Mazhar and Accepted "Nasser 56" Despite Low Pay
Veteran Egyptian actor Ahmed Maher shared remarkable stories from his artistic journey, revealing how legendary actor Ahmed Mazhar personally trained him in horse riding, why he accepted a role in "Nasser 56" despite a modest salary, and how the death of Abdullah Ghaith changed the storyline of "Wolves of the Mountain."
Veteran actor Ahmed Maher reflected on some of the most memorable moments of his career during his appearance on "Ma'akom" with TV host Mona El Shazly, following his recent honor at the 19th National Egyptian Theatre Festival.
🏆 Maher expressed great pride in receiving the recognition, saying theater has been the foundation of his artistic career since his student days.
🐎 One of the highlights of the interview was his relationship with legendary actor Ahmed Mazhar, who personally trained him in horse riding. Maher described himself as one of Mazhar's students, explaining that these skills later helped him portray historical figures with authenticity.
🎬 Speaking about the iconic film "Nasser 56," Maher revealed that he accepted the role despite being offered a low salary because of his admiration for former Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser and his belief in the importance of the project.
He also praised late superstar Ahmed Zaki, describing his portrayal of Nasser as one of the finest performances in Egyptian cinema.
📺 Maher further discussed "Wolves of the Mountain," explaining that several important scenes were removed after the passing of actor Abdullah Ghaith, significantly changing his character's original storyline.
He concluded by emphasizing that dedication, continuous learning, and respect for the craft remain the true foundations of a successful artistic career.
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