Actress Madiha El Bakry has spoken about the decline in her acting appearances over the past period despite the success she achieved through her role in Jaafar El Omda, which aired in 2023.
El Bakry explained that the success of her role led some directors to believe that she had increased her acting fee. According to her statements, this affected the opportunities she was offered afterward.
She said some directors assumed that she had raised her fee following the success of her role in Jaafar El Omda, which contributed to her receiving fewer valuable acting offers.
Madiha El Bakry Hopes for a Meaningful New Role
Madiha El Bakry also expressed her frustration over spending a long period away from acting opportunities.
She said she hopes to return to the screen with a meaningful role during the coming period. She also expressed her desire to work with actor Mohamed Ramadan.
Madiha El Bakry and Jaafar El Omda
Jaafar El Omda aired in 2023 and achieved significant audience success during its run. The series featured a large ensemble cast, including Zeina, Mai Kassab, Eman El Assi, Menna Fadali, Hala Sedki, Ahmed Dash and Essam El Sakka, alongside Mohamed Ramadan.
The series was written and directed by Mohamed Samy.
The story follows Jaafar El Omda, a businessman who owns several contracting companies and becomes involved in conflicts with his rivals. Despite being married to three women, he decides to marry Aida, leading to a series of unexpected situations between them.
Why Mohamed Ramadan Did Not Make Jaafar El Omda 2
Mohamed Ramadan previously discussed his decision not to continue with a second season of Jaafar El Omda.
He explained that the success of a television series should not automatically mean that another season must be produced. Ramadan said he does not support the idea of creating a second season for every successful project simply because it performed well.
He also indicated that repeating a successful project does not necessarily provide him with the motivation he needs to continue the same story.
Why did Madiha El Bakry have fewer acting roles?
Madiha El Bakry said some directors believed she had increased her fee after the success of Jaafar El Omda, which affected the offers she received.
What does Madiha El Bakry hope to do next?
She hopes to return with a meaningful acting role and participate in new productions.
Does Madiha El Bakry want to work with Mohamed Ramadan?
Yes. She expressed her desire to work with Mohamed Ramadan in the future.
When did Jaafar El Omda air?
Jaafar El Omda aired in 2023 and achieved major audience success.
Why did Mohamed Ramadan reject a second season?
Mohamed Ramadan said he does not believe every successful project should automatically receive another season, as success alone is not enough motivation for him.
