Adel Imam

Adel Imam

Name: Adel Imam

Birth Date: 17/5/1940

Biography: Adel Imam was born in Mansoura, Egypt and relocated to the district of Sayeda Zeinab in his early childhood. His father worked for a governmental institute. He obtained his bachelor's degree from the Faculty of Agriculture at Cairo University. His career started as a fulfillment of a hobby, which was acting. He began acting in drama groups throughout school.

He joined theater groups in 1962 when he was still a student in university. Because he could not dedicate all of his time to acting, he opted for minor roles. It was through these roles, that his potential as a great comedian was discovered. He played the role of Dissouky Effendi in the comic play Ana Wa Howa Wa Hiya (Me, Him, and Her) in 1962. He then starred in the comic play El Nasabeen (The Thieves) in 1966. Followed by his subsequent role in El Pajama El Hamra (The Red Pajama) in 1967.

His classic play Madrassat El Moshaghibeen (Troublemaker's School) was such a success that it continued to be performed for four years (1971-1975). Afterwards, he took the leading role in Shahed Mashafsh Haga (Witness Who Has Nothing Seen) in 1975. The play continued to be performed for seven years.One of his most famous plays, El Wad Sayed El Shaghal (The Male Maid) also ran its performances from 1985 to 1993 which was followed by El Zaeem (The Leader) which also ran for an extended period of time. This proves that Adel Imam's comedy withstands time. His true talent is in his ability to appeal to a cross-generational audience and make them laugh. Adel Imam fears time and distance although his comedy has bridged both.

His roles has been a commitment to elevating cinema standards and delivering the best performances to his audiences. On a personal level, Adel Imam is married with three children. His wife has played a pivotal role in his career taking care of him and his three children. He is an expressive and emotional person. He is also a reflective man who adopts personal philosophies to life situations.

His smile is warming and he has a kind-hearted nobleness to his persona. He is also a well-read man who reads voraciously on all worldly subjects.