Egyptian cinema honors Ahmed El Sakka and Khaled Saleh

Egyptian actor Ahmed El Sakka has shared an emotional tribute to his father, director Salah El Sakka, on the anniversary of his passing. In a social media post, El Sakka expressed his deep longing for his father, noting that his loss made everything else seem insignificant. El Sakka also reflected on the values and principles his father instilled in him.

Separately, the Egyptian film industry marks the twelfth anniversary of the passing of actor Khaled Saleh. Saleh, who passed away in 2014 at the age of 50, is remembered for his prolific career and his ability to portray complex characters in notable films such as ‘Tito’, ‘The Yacoubian Building’, and ‘Heya Fawda’. Despite entering professional acting later in life, he became one of the most influential figures in Egyptian cinema and drama.