Taim Hasan imitates the ousted Syrian president Bashar al-Assad “Mawlana” fans praise Taim Hasan’s performance and his imitation of well-known characters

Syrian actor Taim Hasan continues to dominate search engines and social media platforms after a scene that sparked widespread interaction in episode 18 of the series “Mawlana”, in which Hasan humorously imitates the ousted president Bashar al-Assad within the storyline.

In the scene, which quickly went viral among viewers, Hasan delivered a precise imitation of Assad’s voice and famous smile, embodying the character “Jaber” that he portrays in the series.

Many viewers considered this moment one of the most memorable in the recent episodes, contributing to its widespread circulation online, with praise for Hasan’s ability to mimic well-known characters while maintaining his professional and serious performance in other parts of the series.

Some audiences saw this comedic approach as bold, especially since Hasan is known for his dramatic, intense, and serious roles, making this humorous side surprising and a topic of discussion.

On the other hand, some criticized what they called a “delayed mockery” of Assad after his fall, viewing the scene as a form of artistic exploitation and “disregard” for people’s feelings, recalling Hasan’s previous positions, as he did not show support for the Syrian revolution or clear empathy for its victims, and had previously appeared in a meeting with Assad alongside several actors before Syria’s liberation.

A character combining drama and comedy

In “Mawlana,” Hasan plays Jaber, a man with a harsh past trying to escape a life full of painful experiences, eventually arriving in a village awaiting the return of “Mawlana,” believed to bring salvation to its people. To survive, Jaber hides behind this persona, leading to events that intertwine deception and the quest for survival.

Despite the predominantly dramatic tone of the series, Jaber’s character also features light and comedic moments through sarcastic phrases and spontaneous actions, giving him a more human dimension. Some of Jaber’s phrases have become widely circulated on social media, such as “Rayeh Zay, Kanisa Zame’, Zeidi Sitti” and “Bas Walaken”.

Imitating famous characters

This was not Hasan’s first imitation of Bashar al-Assad; he previously mimicked Syrian actor Yasser Al-Azmeh in earlier episodes, reviving some of his famous characters from the “Maraya” series, and also imitated the character Abu Hatim from “Bab Al-Hara”, demonstrating Hasan’s skillful blend of comedy and drama.