By: Yomna Walid&nbsp;
Ali Beialy, who captivated audiences during Ramadan with his standout performance as Youssef in "Lam Shamsiya," returns to the screen with another heartfelt role as Mansour in "Catalog". In this emotionally rich drama, he continues to prove himself as one of Egypt&rsquo;s most promising young talents, delivering a message-driven performance that resonates deeply with viewers.
In an exclusive interview with Nile FM, the rising star opens up about his acting journey, working with beloved Egyptian actors, and the lessons he&rsquo;s learned along the way.
Debut in Catalog: A Memorable First
&ldquo;It was my first-ever role, and I enjoyed it,&rdquo; Ali shares, recalling his experience filming Catalog. &ldquo;Everyone on set was so kind. The whole experience was fun, and I even learned how to play football for the role&mdash;though I had no idea how to before!&rdquo; he adds with a laugh.
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On Working with Riham Abdel Ghafour and Mohamed Farrag
When asked about his co-stars, Ali beams, &ldquo;I love Farrag. He&rsquo;s so funny and down-to-earth. Talking to him feels like chatting with someone my age. He&rsquo;s always joking around.&rdquo;
His bond with Riham Abdel Ghafour took a bit longer to develop. &ldquo;We didn&rsquo;t have many scenes together at the beginning. But during the scenes we filmed in Hurghada, we connected and became friends. I really liked her.&rdquo;
Choosing His Favourite Roles
Though he&rsquo;s already built an impressive portfolio with roles in "Leh Laa," "El Kebeer Awy" (Season 7), "El Le&rsquo;ba" and "El Hashasheen," he finds it hard to choose a favorite.
&ldquo;Each role was fun and holds a special memory. But if I had to pick two, it would be 'Catalog' and 'Lam Shamsiya'. They gave me the most screen time and helped me discover how much I truly love acting.&rdquo;
Transforming into Youssef in Lam Shamsiya
To prepare for his role in "Lam Shamsiya," Ali worked closely with director Karim El Shenawy and Psychologist Sara Aziz. &ldquo;They would sit with me before every scene and help me understand the character better. It made a big difference.&rdquo;
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A Dream That Started Young
Ali&rsquo;s passion for acting began when he was just six or seven years old on the set of Leh Laa. &ldquo;I wasn&rsquo;t nervous at all. I was just happy to be in front of the camera,&rdquo; he recalls.
Though he hasn&rsquo;t received formal acting training, he&rsquo;s learned by doing. &ldquo;Every time I worked on a project, I&rsquo;d get guidance from directors. For 'Catalog,' I also had an acting coach who helped me.&rdquo;
What He Looks for in a Role
Ali is thoughtful when it comes to choosing projects. &ldquo;I like roles that carry a meaningful message and where the cast is fun and positive to work with,&rdquo; he explains.
Dream Collaborations
His dream co-stars? &ldquo;Ahmed Malek, Taha Dessouky, and Mona Zaki,&rdquo; he says without hesitation.
Life Off Camera
When he&rsquo;s not acting, Ali enjoys the simple things he expresses, &ldquo;In the summer, I love to travel and hang out with my friends. In winter, I&rsquo;m all about the PlayStation.&rdquo;
Why He Loves Acting
&ldquo;What I love most about acting?&rdquo; he pauses. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s everything. When I act, I feel truly happy&mdash;it just makes me feel good.&rdquo;
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Advice for Aspiring Young Actors
For those hoping to follow in his footsteps, his advice is both real and reassuring. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s not easy at all. You have to be patient. I spent two years doing auditions before I got good roles. At one point, I felt so tired I thought about quitting. But I kept going, and then the right roles came.&rdquo;
With a strong work ethic, clear passion, and a maturity well beyond his years, Ali Beialy is proving that his rise in the industry is only just beginning.

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