actor opens up about playing the role of freedom fighter omar mukhtar
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'Libya's revolt postponed my dream role' says Kamel

Actor opens up about playing the role of freedom fighter Omar Mukhtar

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Egyptian star is working to re-establish communication to complete the series
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Egyptian star is working to re-establish communication to complete the series Egyptian actor Magdi Kamel’s role in an upcoming series for Ramadan was delayed due to the political upheaval in Libya, the actor told Arabstoday. Kamel was set to star as Libyan freedom fighter, Omar Mukhtar. He described the character as his "dream role" before plans were cut short due to the conflict.
Speaking exclusively to Arabstoday, the actor said: "I was busy working on the series based on the life of Sheikh Al-Mujahideen Omar Mukhtar for a long time. However, after I had finished processing the series with the staff, the Libyan revolution broke out and our contacts from that side were cut off. The project was stopped as we are unable to continue without their support to gain film access in particular areas of the country”.
Magdi Kamel affirms that he will continue to work hard to re-establish communication with Libyan contacts in an effort to complete the series. Kamel added: “I will not dismiss it, because playing Omar Mukhtar in the current circumstances is necessary for the entire Arab world. We need to remember such figures to encourage people.”
During the breakout of Libya's uprisings in 2011, Omar Mukhtar – who led the resistance against the Italian colonisation of Libya in 1912 – again became a symbol for a united, free country.
“He (Mukhtar) is one of the most important figures in the Arab world and should be emulated. I hope the series can see the light of day next year,” Kamel said.
The actor confirmed that he has not yet settled down to film a TV action drama for Ramadan this year due to lack of time. Kamel’s last Ramadan series was Son of Sin, where he played the character of Hamid – an unlawful son who decides to take revenge on those who were unjust to him.
Commenting on the current situation in his home country Egypt, Kamel said: "It is now in the worst phase of its history. Political and economic conditions have become catastrophic.”
The actor remains sceptical over the country’s new establishment, adding: “The president and government must change their attitude and work for the benefit of the people and not the Muslim Brotherhood."

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