Safia El-Omari Denies Retirement: “I Didn’t Quit Acting… I’ll Return for the Right Role”
Veteran actress Safia El-Omari denied rumors of retiring from acting, stating she remains open to returning if she receives a role that honors her artistic legacy. Her comments came during the Joy Awards ceremony in Saudi Arabia.
🌟 Safia El-Omari Sets the Record Straight
Veteran actress Safia El-Omari has denied reports that she has retired from acting. In exclusive remarks to “Sada El Balad,” she stated that the rumors are false and that she remains attentive to the artistic scene, ready to return if a worthy opportunity arises.
🎭 “Quality Over Appearance”
El-Omari explained, “I did not retire. I am looking for a role that matches my artistic history and adds real value to my career.” She emphasized that she prefers to wait for the right project rather than appear just for the sake of being present, highlighting that artistic and human values are her primary standards.
📍 Statements During Joy Awards
Her comments came during the Joy Awards ceremony, one of the largest artistic events in the Arab world, held annually in Saudi Arabia to honor stars and creators across cinema, drama, music, and sports. The event attracted wide attendance from Arab stars and major media attention, serving as a platform to celebrate artistic achievements and emphasize the role of art as a bridge between cultures.
🏆 Strong Competition and Awards
The ceremony honored many prominent works from 2025 and featured intense competition in cinema, drama, and music categories. In cinema, films such as “Al-Zorfa,” “Seko Seko,” “Ars Al-Nar,” and “Hobal” competed for the Favorite Film award.
In drama, categories like Best Actor, Best Actress, and Best New Face saw fierce competition among Gulf, Egyptian, and Levantine productions, reflecting the diversity of the drama season.
Directing categories also featured top directors, while music categories highlighted both established stars and rising talents.
✨ Closing
Safia El-Omari remains one of Egypt’s most iconic artists, confirming that her artistic journey is not over. She prefers to return with a role worthy of her status, leaving audiences eagerly awaiting her next appearance.
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