In the first 10 days of the holy month of Ramadan, prominent Egyptian actor Ahmad Zaki had received over 15 thousand greetings from fans around the world, in addition to numerous gifts from fans in Saudi Arabia like holy Korans and carpets for praying made out of pure silk and cashmere. Most of the letters received were by email and made the actor surprised to know that he is known in countries like Nigeria, Thailand, South Africa, Greece, and so on.
On a different note, despite the sudden deterioration of Zaki's health condition over the death of his close friend Mamdouh Wafi, the actor is scheduled to begin shooting the first scenes of his upcoming film "Al Andaleeb" once his condition returns to normal. The actor has revealed that he is persistent to begin shooting the film to have it ready in the soonest time possible.
Director Sherif Arafeh is placing the final touches on the film in order to begin filming in early November. Ahmad has already held extensive sessions with makeup artists in order to make him look like the late idol Abdul Halim Hafez, whose character Ahmad will portray in the new film.
Recently, Ahmad went on a strict diet in order to perfectly portray the role of late Egyptian legendary singer Abdul Halim Hafez in “Al Andaleeb”. The actor is also undergoing intensive work sessions to place the final details of his upcoming film, which is his debut film to the entertainment world after being away from the scenes for so long.
Zaki has been placed under strict supervision after his health condition deteriorated resulting from the news of his best friend’s death Egyptian actor Mamdouh Wafi. The actor has been placed in a private room at Dar Al Foad hospital and visitors are prohibited from entering.
Dr. Hassan Al Banna, head supervising doctor of Zaki’s health, revealed that it was expected that Zaki’s condition will deteriorate because he is very sensitive and a is a very good friend of Wafi. Ahmad has been given several medications to try and control his condition, as well as undergoing different tests to ensure that his health is stable. –Albawaba.com
