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Omar Sharif (April 10, 1932 - July 10, 2015) was an Egyptian actor, generally regarded as one of his country's greatest male film stars. The son of a precious wood merchant, he grew up in a united Christian family of Syrian and Lebanese descent with his parents and his sister. Enrolled at Victoria College, a prestigious British school in Alexandria, the teenager studied science and foreign languages and later discovered theater classes. A brilliant student, he continued his studies at Cairo University, where he obtained his diploma in mathematics and physics. He later converted to Islam to marry Egyptian actress Faten Hamama. In 1962, he took on the role of Prince Sherif Ali in Lawrence of Arabia under the direction of David Lean. This film, the first outside Egypt for the actor, marked the beginning of a long friendship with Peter O'Toole and a turning point in Omar Sharif's career. He won the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor and decided to leave his native country for Hollywood.
Omar Sharif
Husayn ibn Ali
for Husayn ibn Ali in Shaheed-e-Kufa (1970)
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Set in the 7th century, Imam Ali (1970) is a sweeping historical epic that chronicles the life, leadership, struggles and legacy of Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib. The film follows his journey through the early days of Islam, his role as a courageous warrior and companion of the Prophet Muhammad, and his rise as a just Caliph. As political conflicts, betrayal and civil war threaten the Muslim community, Ali remains committed to justice, faith and principle. The story explores his relationships with his supporters and rivals, including Muawiya ibn Abi Sufyan, Malik al-Ashtar, Ammar ibn Yasir, Maytham al-Tammar and other major historical figures. The film ultimately portrays the final years of Ali's life, his struggle for justice, and the events that lead to his martyrdom in Kufa.
