Mohamed Al-Taji: "I Did Not Insult Donia Samir Ghanem in My Recent Statements Mohamed Al-Taji: "It’s Unfair That Such Talent Is Isolated at Home

Actor Mohamed Al-Taji sparked wide debate on social media after his comments about actress Donia Samir Ghanem. In a post on his personal Facebook account, he wrote: "To the producers, I haven’t seen Donia Samir Ghanem in anything but commercials for years… It’s unfair that such talent is isolated at home."

The post received mixed reactions, with some criticizing Al-Taji. He clarified that he did not mean to insult Donia but wanted to highlight her talent and encourage its use in larger projects.

In a press statement, Al-Taji said: "I did not insult Donia Samir Ghanem. She is like my daughter and someone I care about. I only asked producers to pay more attention to her because she is a versatile talent. If they can’t select projects for her, those around her can help. I hope to see her in more artistic works."

Donia Samir Ghanem Combines Comedy and Action in "Roki El-Ghalaba"

Donia Samir Ghanem’s latest work is the film "Roki El-Ghalaba", her second cinematic lead after "Tasleem Ahali" (2021). The film mixes social themes with comedy and human moments. Donia plays a young woman from a simple rural background who suddenly enters the world of boxing, tasked with protecting a doctor played by Mohamed Mamdouh, whose life is threatened by mysterious forces.

The cast also includes Mohamed Tharwat, Ahmed Talaat, Bayoumi Fouad, Mohamed Radwan, and Donia’s daughter Kayla. The film is written by Karim Youssef and directed by Ahmed El-Gendy.