Secrets from Behind the Scenes of Al-Zaeem… Why Did Adel Imam Expel an Actress and Reject Millions from the Gulf?
Abdel Moneim Al-Marsafi reveals Adel Imam’s strictness, expelling an actress, and rejecting invitations from the Gulf.
Actor Abdel Moneim Al-Marsafi revealed a side of the personality of the legend Adel Imam behind the scenes, confirming that the great star was extremely disciplined and strict, leaving no room for leniency on set, especially in theater.
Al-Marsafi explained that Adel Imam used to refuse invitations from some Gulf brothers when traveling abroad, preferring to spend his time only with Egyptians. He said, "He would say no and stay with the Egyptians wherever we went."
He also recounted a famous incident during one of the theater performances when an actress laughed inappropriately during a scene. Adel Imam immediately stopped the show and sternly told her, "Get out," asking her to leave the stage immediately.
Al-Marsafi added, "The legend used to arrive very early, from 8 o’clock, treating the theater as if it were a temple—no joking around, just commitment and respect."
About his recent works:
Abdel Moneim Al-Marsafi recently participated in the TV series Sayed Al-Nas starring Amr Saad, which aired during Ramadan 2025 and achieved great success. The show tells the story of a young man facing a mysterious past and a large fortune after his father's death, amidst endless conflicts.
Cast of the series:
Sayed Al-Nas featured a star-studded cast including Amr Saad, Ahmed Zaher, Khaled El Sawy, Elham Shahin, Menna Fadali, and Engy El Mokadem. The series was written and directed by Mohamed Sami.
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