Latifa Fahmy Reveals “Midterm” Behind the Scenes: I’m Not a Cruel Grandma, Just Strict

Actress Latifa Fahmy explained her role in the series “Midterm,” stating that her character is not evil but rather a strict woman raised in a harsh environment in Upper Egypt. She revealed that her transformation begins when she realizes that the girl “Malak” needs emotional support

  Sun , January 18 2026 / 04:46 PM Updated At: 2026-01-18 16:46:29

🎭 Latifa Fahmy reveals the truth behind her “grandmother” character in “Midterm”, emphasizing that audiences may mistakenly judge her as cruel or evil, while she is actually a straightforward and strong woman raised in a strict Upper Egyptian village.

🔸 Her apparent harshness stems from growing up in a tough environment and raising three sons, without experiencing raising daughters, which made her seem harsh toward the girl “Malak.”


🧒 First Meeting with “Malak”

Latifa revealed that the first meeting with Malak was meant to re-educate her, but the story evolves differently. The character begins to change when she realizes Malak needs someone to listen and support her, and she decides to become her friend.


🔥 Dramatic Transformation

The transformation begins when the grandmother realizes Malak is seeking emotional warmth. She decides to become her friend, especially since she had always wished to have a daughter in the series.


👨‍👦 Sons Reflect Her Strictness

Latifa explained that her sons in the series were a reflection of her strictness and treated Malak harshly, which created tension at first before the relationship deepened.


🎬 Artistic Details

Latifa emphasized her attention to small details in acting, noting that a simple gesture or glance can change the meaning of a scene. She mentioned that her artistic roots come from a family working behind the camera, and her talent appeared early through singing, dancing, and acting at school.


🌾 Why the Character Sparked Debate?

The grandmother character sparked debate because it reflects a social reality where strict women are perceived as harsh, while they may be trying to maintain respect and order.

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