Retired actress Zizi Mostafa, mother of Egyptian star Menna Shalaby, was transferred to a hospital in the Mohandessin area of Giza after suffering a sudden health setback that required urgent medical intervention, according to Egyptian media reports.

Well-informed sources confirmed that the overall condition of Menna Shalaby’s mother is stable, noting that she is dealing with age-related illnesses. The reports denied circulating rumors about her being admitted to intensive care or suffering a severe health crisis.

In recent days, the retired actress had been receiving close medical follow-up at home due to respiratory issues, but her condition eventually required hospital care for further treatment and evaluation.

Menna Shalaby’s fans react with support and prayers

As soon as the news of Zizi Mostafa’s health scare broke, social media platforms were flooded with messages of love, support, and prayers from Menna Shalaby’s fans and followers. Many expressed their deep affection for her mother, wishing her a speedy recovery and good health.

From dancing to motherhood… a rich artistic journey

Zizi Mostafa is considered one of the iconic figures of Egyptian cinema during the 1960s and 1970s. She began her artistic career on stage and soon stood out on screen through her impactful roles—particularly her portrayals of kind-hearted, working-class women. These performances earned her wide admiration and positioned her as one of the leading stars of her generation.

At the beginning of the 2000s, Zizi chose to retire from acting and devote herself to her personal life—especially her relationship with her daughter, Menna Shalaby, who inherited her love for the craft and went on to establish a powerful presence in the Arab entertainment scene.

Personal milestones

Zizi Mostafa went through several marriages. Her first was to a marine engineer, with whom she had a son and a daughter, before separating. She later married actor Mohamed Khairy, though the marriage was short-lived. In 1982, she married actor Yousry Mostafa, but that union also ended in divorce.

Menna Shalaby: consistent success and evolving roles

On the professional front, Menna Shalaby continues to thrive in both cinema and television. Her latest film, Al-Hawa Sultan, garnered wide commercial and critical acclaim, featuring a star-studded cast including Ahmed Dawood and Sawsan Badr.

Currently, Menna is preparing for a new cinematic experience titled Berlin, written and directed by Ahmed Abdallah. The film unfolds over the course of a single day, focusing on the lives of three Arab immigrants living in the German capital as they navigate a series of mysterious events. The project is expected to be a notable addition to her already dynamic and versatile career.