Egyptian actor Omar Mohamed Riad opened up about one of the most demanding roles of his career in the series “Ras Al-Af’aa”, where he portrayed a complex character inspired by real-life events. The role required deep psychological preparation and represented a significant artistic challenge 🎭🔥
During a television appearance, Riad revealed that director Mohamed Bakir selected him for the role, which immediately signaled to him that this would not be an ordinary performance, but rather a deeply layered character study.
🎬 “Abu Al-Qasim” – A Real and Complex Character
The character, known as “Abu Al-Qasim,” is based on a real individual whose actions and background were documented through various materials and recordings. This made the role significantly more challenging, as it required accuracy rather than fictional interpretation.
🧠 Deep Psychological Preparation
Riad explained that he conducted extensive research to understand the psychological and social background of the character. He emphasized that poverty, ignorance, and social isolation played key roles in shaping extremist thinking, which he had to portray without personal judgment.
🎥 On-Set Experience and Collaboration
The actor praised the working environment on set, highlighting his collaboration with star Amir Karara and the entire cast and crew. He noted that the director’s vision helped him gradually build the character in a structured and realistic way.
🌐 Social Media vs Real Audience Reaction
Riad also addressed the influence of social media, stating that online reactions are not a true measure of success. Instead, he believes that real-world audience feedback remains the most authentic indicator of an actor’s performance.
