An Islamic radical who schemes against the government and Egyptian society. After fleeing an assassination scene, he is taken in by the family of the girl who hit him. Immersed in their tolerant lifestyle, he develops doubts about his extremism, challenges his group's leader, and is ultimately killed by his former comrades.
Brigadier General Magdy Nour is the central investigator confronting a spreading pattern of marital violence, unexplained deaths, and public panic. He rejects official claims that the incidents are ordinary disputes or divine correction, treats them as a dangerous epidemic, arrests a fraudulent healer, and challenges efforts to conceal the crisis.
He is a hot-tempered businessman and the father of the bride. After his bazaar is closed over allegations that brass was sold as gold, he remains focused on controlling his daughter’s marriage. He rejects her officer suitor, first offering a large cheque and later demanding a highly educated husband, but ultimately participates in the wedding ceremony.
This character is a Christian priest whose life is threatened by religious extremists. The Egyptian government places him in witness protection and requires him to assume the identity of the Muslim sheikh Hasan el-Attar. After moving into the same building as the other protected lead, he develops a friendship that must withstand prejudice and persecution.
Sherif Khairy is an architect who prefers staying at home with his machines and avoids formal occasions. After his apartment building becomes the headquarters of an embassy, he refuses to leave and becomes caught between conflicting political and religious factions. He seeks help for Dalia, tries to mediate disputes, and is ultimately persuaded to wear an explosive belt.
Ahmed is a father who visits the Mogamma to obtain a school transfer for his children but becomes trapped in the building's bureaucracy. After a scuffle with a worker, he obtains a rifle, unintentionally takes the building hostage, and is labeled a terrorist. With Hind and Shalabi, he eventually turns his personal frustration into demands for ordinary people and their families.
A university student who disguises himself as a woman named Bahira to rent a room in the villa alongside his friend. He attracts romantic interest from Nagwa, and his true identity is eventually revealed to everyone.
Adel Emam has 140 screen credits in a career dating back to 1963. Their work spans 2 cinematic universes — most prominently Bakhit and Adeela with 3 titles. Signature works include The Terrorist, Alzheimer's, Bobbos. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
Universe traveler — spans 2 universes
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