Mayan El Sayed needs no introduction. The dazzling 25-year-old Egyptian actress has starred in numerous mega-hit series and movies, making a name for herself alongside the most respected names in Egyptian cinema. A rising star with the most dazzling future, Mayan El Sayed’s success story has only just begun.
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10 fun facts about Mayan El Sayed…
She is Cosmo ME’s autumn issue 2023 cover star…
Gracing the cover of Cosmo ME for the Cinema Issue this autumn, Mayan El Sayed got real with us about her acting journey, her mental health, and why the West should be watching Egyptian cinema. Click here to read the full cover story.
She has a degree from the American University of Cairo…
The superstar graduated this February with a degree in Theatre and Film from the American University in Cairo. Mayan shared this news on her Instagram with the caption, ‘better late than never’.
She recently won the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Award for Favourite Actress…
Mayan won this prestigious award at the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards that took place earlier this year in Abu Dhabi.
Favourite role…
Mayan El Sayed’s all-time favourite role that she’s portrayed is Khadiga in the stunning Egyptian TV series Except Me. Khadija is a gifted autistic girl who dreams of becoming an actress one day, and at the end of the series, the starlet fulfills her dream and performs on the big stage. “It’s the most beautiful role I’ve ever played,” shares Mayan.
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Dream role…
“There’s this movie called CODA, it won an Oscars a few years back. It’s such a beautiful movie about a girl named Ruby whose parents and brother are deaf. Ruby sings, and she would use sign language to communicate her songs to her family. I would love to do something like that one day.”
Favourite jewellery brand…
One of Mayan’s favourite jewellery brands is Tiffany & Co., and to prove it, she rocked some stunning rings designed by the brand at the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards 2023 in Abu Dhabi.
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Favourite fashion trend ATM…
“Right now, I’m into the old money/quiet luxury trend. That Sophia Richie trend with the sleek, slicked back hair, jewels, muted tones – and a very simple overall look.”
Favourite fashion brands…
Two of Mayan’s favourite fashion brands are Miu Miu and Chanel.
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Favourite activity on a day off…
“I love cinema so much; it’s my favourite thing to do. If I have a chill day off, I like to take myself out to the movies.”
Favourite film…
“My favourite film is Dead Poets Society. I absolutely love that movie.”
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