Interviews

Nowadays, many young actors and actresses are fighting long and hard to introduce their talents to the audience, it’s not an easy challenge. Sarah El Shamy succeeded in drawing the audience’s attention to her performance in the Ramadan series ‘Kalabsh’. She is a promising actress, set to achieve tremendous smash hits in the future. We talked with the light-hearted Sarah El Shamy AKA,’ Salma El Ansary’.

They say that creative minds are exclusive to Hollywood and European cinema, only a less, full-blown cinema is what you find in other countries. But here is foolproof evidence that reveals what Egyptian cinema is really capable of and it goes beyond creativity. Insight had the pleasure of meeting with one of Egypt’s most creative minds and one of the most talented directors of his generation, Marwan Hamed.  His unconventional vision has created some superb, unparalleled and what some might call ‘eccentric’ movies, but in such an impressive way that has put him on the radar of audiences and critics alike. He is definietley ‘avant-garde’ in the film industry and an outstanding director. Shaza El Kodsh talks to the legend about his latest, highly anticipated movie “Al Asleyeen” (The Originals) and how he deals with both positive and negative feedback, and about his view on the future of Egyptian cinema.

This lawyer turned television actor and model is known for his many roles, in the series ‘Kya Mast Hai Life’ in ‘Navya’, but perhaps best know for his role as Arjuna in the popular historical show ‘Mahabharat’. Due to his popularity in Indonesia, he has also starred in some Indonesian films as well as hosting Asia’s Got Talent and the Indonesian reality show, Panah Asmara Arjuna. Insight finds out more…

This handsome actor first made his debut as Chiraag in the Indian television drama ‘Ekk Nayi Pehchaan’, but today you’ll recognize him for his the role as Lakshya opposite Tejaswi Prakash Wayangankar in the hit series ‘Swaragini’ (And There is a Murderous Love). Insight gets to know about Namish…

Chef Wesam is a Television and Radio presenter of food and cooking shows. He quit practicing medicine to become a professional chef and currently serves on the board of the Egyptian Chefs Association. He can be found on Instagram and twitter @chefwesammasoud.

If you’re into those glamorous Indian TV soaps, then you’ll recognize this dashing young actor, Vivian Dsena, who has captured the hearts of the Arab world. Currently starring in the hit series ‘Shakti’, Insight finds out more about this rising star…

“ We live to eat, not vice versa”

Shahan Terzibashian & Melis Horhoryan are a crazy couple that met by coincidence and bonded over food, joining forces to create their food blog. This laid-back pair cooks at home and loves to travel the world to taste the different flavours of all the five continents. Follow this vibrant ‘Foodie couple’ at www.instagram.com/cairofoodiecouple.

Recommended Ramadan recipe.
Chicken Sharkaseya

With health-awareness being on the rise in Egypt, Nada Taalab comes to promote the idea, creating a whole health-camp to take care of those needing to be constantly reminded of their health plans. The entrepreneur and health expert is here to tell you how she made this camp happen and how she lives life to the healthiest.

Chef Moustafa discovered his passion for food at an early age, with his grandmother being a big influence in his cooking style. Moustafa went on to study the culinary arts in the USA, and became a Professor, teaching Professional Cooking and introduction to hospitality. Moustafa is now the Executive Chef, Cofounder and Partner of Zooba Home Grown, in Egypt with 6 Restaurants. His culinary philosophy and passion reflects the growing trend towards a healthier and more natural lifestyle. Working with neighboring farmers to seek out the finest in regional and local organic produce is the essence of his approach. Chef Moustafa creates cuisine that pleases the senses so that the natural flavuors of the food express themselves.