In a night filled with cinematic history and heartfelt remembrance, stars of the Arab film industry gathered to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the late director Youssef Chahine. The event witnessed a prominent presence of artists, intellectuals, and diplomatic figures, reaffirming the enduring power of cinema beyond the screen.

✨ Laila Eloui: A night celebrating immortality
Actress Laila Eloui shared photos from the event on Instagram, appearing alongside fellow stars Yousra and Lebleba, and wrote:
“A night celebrating immortality, where cinema lives beyond the screen. Youssef Chahine — 100 years of creativity.”

🎭 Lebleba: Chahine was a school of art
Actress Lebleba also shared photos, appearing with Yousra, Laila Eloui, the French ambassador, and actor Gaby Khoury, writing:
“On the centennial of director Youssef Chahine and his loved ones…”

In a special statement, Lebleba described Chahine as a “school or a unique academy,” noting that working with him felt like graduating from a dramatic institute, as he was a director who cared deeply about actors and brought out their best performances.

🎬 A touching personal memory
Lebleba recalled a moment during filming of “The Other” where she was crying in a scene with Hanan Turk. Chahine embraced and kissed her, then removed his wool coat to keep her warm—an act that reflects his humanity and care for his actors.

📌 Youssef Chahine: 100 years of creativity
Born on January 25, 1926, in Alexandria, Chahine became one of the most influential figures in Arab cinema, leaving a legacy of films that continue to be studied and admired.

🎥 Why does Chahine remain relevant?
Because his films were more than cinema; they were a language of art, a mirror to society, and a bold voice addressing social and political issues. His legacy remains alive in the hearts of audiences and filmmakers.

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