Writer and director Mohamed El Mohamady spoke about his experience with the play Khayal Mareed, starring Hesham Maged, which has attracted significant attention since its opening.
El Mohamady explained that the idea of the play dates back around 10 years, when he was working on directing it as part of the Cairo University theater team.
However, the project was not completed at the time because he became involved in other creative work, leaving the play postponed for several years before eventually getting the opportunity to reach the stage.
Mohamed El Mohamady Reveals the Story Behind Khayal Mareed
Mohamed El Mohamady said that the idea for Khayal Mareed had been with him for approximately 10 years.
He initially worked on directing the project through the Cairo University theater team, but his involvement in writing the series Khalisana Beshiaaka with Hesham Maged, Ahmed Mekky and Chico prevented him from completing the play at that stage.
The project remained postponed until the right opportunity came to bring the idea to life and present it to audiences.
El Mohamady expressed his happiness that the long-delayed project finally became a theatrical production.
Artists' Reactions to Khayal Mareed
Mohamed El Mohamady also discussed the reactions he received from artists and industry professionals after they watched the play.
He explained that he was surprised by the reactions of many artists and creators, particularly because he considers them highly experienced figures in the entertainment industry.
According to El Mohamady, the reactions were much stronger than he had expected, which made him especially happy after working on the idea for many years.
Khayal Mareed Story
Khayal Mareed is presented as a psychological comedy centered on a doctor named Taha.
The character uses an unconventional approach to treating his patients, relying on drama as a way to help them confront their psychological struggles.
This unusual treatment method creates a series of comedic situations and humorous complications throughout the play.
The production combines comedy with psychological situations and relies on fast pacing and situation-based humor.
Khayal Mareed Cast
Khayal Mareed is written and directed by Mohamed El Mohamady, whose theatrical vision is based on fast pacing and comedy driven by situations.
The play stars Hesham Maged, alongside Mohamed Abdel Rahman, Hanady Mehanna, Ahmed El Rafei, Dina Diab, Nagham Saleh, Mohsen Mansour, and Walid Abdel Ghany, in addition to a number of other performers.
Who wrote and directed Khayal Mareed?
The play was written and directed by Mohamed El Mohamady.
Who stars in Khayal Mareed?
Hesham Maged is among the main stars of the play.
When did the idea for Khayal Mareed begin?
Mohamed El Mohamady said the idea dates back around 10 years.
What is Khayal Mareed about?
The play follows Dr. Taha, a doctor who uses drama in an unconventional way to help his patients confront psychological problems.
What genre is Khayal Mareed?
The play is presented as a psychological comedy based on fast-paced situations and humor.
