Khaled El Sawy Reveals His Struggle with a Herniated Disc

Khaled El Sawy revealed his herniated disc injury during his appearance at the Catholic Film Festival, noting that he is still in pain but his condition is gradually improving.

خالد الصاوي في مهرجان الكاثوليكي يكشف عن تفاصيل إصابته بانزلاق غضروفي.

Published Date: 2025-05-04 18:20:14 Updated At: 2025-05-04 18:51:36

Actor Khaled El Sawy recently trended on social media after announcing that he is suffering from a herniated disc—an ailment that has significantly impacted his health and caused several crises in recent times. He made this revelation while discussing his health condition during a seminar for his film "Leh Te’eeshha Lewahdak" at the Catholic Film Festival, where he shared the details of his illness and the struggles he's faced.


El Sawy stated that he is still suffering from the herniated disc, which caused him serious health problems lately, but added that he has started to experience gradual improvement. He said: “I’m still struggling with a herniated disc, but I’ve started noticing some improvement in my condition.”


In recent months, El Sawy has been busy with numerous successful artistic projects, especially during the past Ramadan season. He starred in several TV dramas, most notably "Al-Maddah", which aired during Ramadan 2024 and received wide acclaim from the audience. The series starred Hamada Helal, was written by Amin Gamal, and directed by Ahmed Samir Farag. It also featured a large ensemble cast including Ghada Adel, Heba Magdy, and Khaled Sarhan, and told a thrilling story that resonated well with viewers.


El Sawy also had a strong presence in another popular series titled "Sayyed El-Nas", also aired during Ramadan. The show starred Amr Saad and was written by the Qalam Workshop and directed by Mohamed Sami. The cast included prominent stars such as Ahmed Zaher, Ahmed Rizk, Reem Mostafa, Engy El Mokadem, Elham Shahin, Jory Bakr, Tarek El Nahry, Menna Fadaly, Malak Ahmed Zaher, Bushra, Yassin El Sakka, and others. The show received positive feedback from audiences due to its rich social narrative and powerful performances.


In cinema, El Sawy’s film "Siko" achieved significant box office success. The movie stars Essam Omar and Taha Desouky, was written by Mohamed El Dabbah, and directed by Omar El Mohandes. The film was well-received by audiences and performed strongly in theaters.


El Sawy is also awaiting the release of his upcoming movie "Asl El Hekaya" (The Origin of the Story), which stars a group of actors including Shereen Adel, Karim Fahmy, Alaa Morsi, Hala Fakher, Mahmoud Hafez, and more. The story follows the character “Malak” as she faces life’s challenges within a family filled with diverse personalities and stories. The film is one of the most anticipated upcoming dramas, promising a strong emotional and social narrative.


Additionally, El Sawy had another recent film release, "El Dashash", where he co-starred with Mohamed Saad under the direction of Sameh Abdel Aziz. The film also featured Bassem Samra, Zeina, Nesreen Amin, Nesreen Tafesh, and others. It tells the story of “El Dashash,” the owner of a nightclub who battles constant personal and professional challenges. After facing a major crisis, he strives to turn his life around. The film drew considerable interest and performed well in theaters.


As for future projects, El Sawy is currently reviewing several new scripts, looking for opportunities that align with his artistic vision. He is expected to announce his next works soon, which will likely include a variety of new roles for his audience.


Over the past years, Khaled El Sawy has established himself as one of Egypt’s most prominent actors. He has excelled in delivering a wide range of performances, from comedy to drama and socially themed stories. Renowned for his powerful acting skills, he continues to win the hearts of audiences with his unique and compelling screen presence.


With his health showing gradual improvement, fans are eagerly anticipating more of his work and wish him a full recovery and continued success in his artistic career.