Egyptian Actor Samir Ghanem's Most Cinematic Looks Throughout the Year

In the gilded era of Egyptian cinema, artists took fashion as their playground, boldly experimenting with styles, proportions and colours in a delightfully eccentric and expressive manner on and off the screen. Recognized for his satirical performance style, and innate sense of humour,  actor, singer and entertainer, Samir Ghanem, rose to stardom as a member of the renowned stand-up comedy trio, ‘Tholathy Adwa’ El Maserah’ in the early 60s. From subverting sartorial norms to spreading light-hearted laughter and joy in almost every Egyptian household, Samir Ghanem’s works embody the intersection of fashion and humour.  In honour of his timeless charisma, unapologetically playful fashion sensibility and unmatched wit, we are taking you on a walk down memory lane, remembering some of Ghanem’s most cinematic looks throughout the years.

In honour of his timeless charisma, unapologetically playful fashion sensibility and unmatched wit, we are taking you on a walk down memory lane, remembering some of Ghanem’s most cinematic looks throughout the years.

Akhoya Hyes W Ana Layes

1992

Bringing out the big guns and leaving the audience in stitches, the comedian supported a rather provocative voluptuous bustier in his role as a woman in the classic satirical play ‘Akhoya Hayes W Ana Layes’.

Ma’akom Al-Hawa..Hayem Abdel Dayem TV Show

2006

The OG hipster literally said free the curls as he posed in a relaxed 90s shirt alongside Egyptian actress Rania Youssef, on the first day of shooting their comedy 2006 Ramadan TV series ‘Ma’alom Al-Hawa.. Hayem Abdel Dayem’.

Do, Re, Mi, Fasolia Musical Comedy

2005

In his natural habitat, Ghanem wore a bedazzling sequined jacket in shimmering rainbow colours as he got ready for his musical comedy ‘Do, Re, Mi, Fasolia’.

6th Edition of Dubai International Film Festival

2009

With a sleek black-on-black look, the beloved late comedy icon struck a nonchalant pose that exuded timeless glamour and allure, stealing hearts on the red carpet at the Dubai International Film Festival in 2009.

Mokalma Ba’ad Montasaf Al Leil

1978

For his role as Adel in the comedy mystery ‘Mokalma Ba’ad Montasaf Al Leil’, Samir opted for a floral patterned funky shirt and red pants, a level of idiosyncrasy a la Gucci. 

Azkya’ Laken Aghbya’

1980

Ghanem’s role as Hassouna in the 80s classic comedy ‘Azkya’ Laken Aghbya’ saw him and legendary Egyptian comedian Adel Emam in snatched wigs, tights and sultry dresses.

Fawazeer El Aflam: Fatouta 83 (Outro)

1982

Sequins-adorned tarboosh, and crimson red glittery blouse? It is giving ornamental fizz baby.

Zekrayat Ramadan Interview

2018

In an episode of Zekrayat Ramadan hosted by Suzan Hassan –where he sang alongside his two daughters Amy and Donia–  Ghanem wore a funky embroidered leather jacket (could this be the reason behind our embarrassing fascination with biker boys?)

Dubai International Film Festival

2009

At the opening of the 6th edition of the Dubai International Film Festival, Ghanem pulled up with a daring animal print silk suit only he could pull off.

Okhi Live Performance

1970

In a rare live performance of Okhi, a comedic parody of Greek music – where lyrics had no meaning but to sound Greek – Ghaneem appears wearing a handmade red wool blouse with golden embroideries, and fairy dust everywhere.