The Ramadan TV season has always been a launchpad for emerging talents, and 2025 is no exception. This year brought a wave of remarkable performers who left their mark across various genres, from comedy and action to romance. Check out this list for a closer look at the journeys of these future stars.
Youssef Omar
The young talent, born into a family of actors, delivered standout performances in the hit TV series A’la Nesbet Moshahda (Highest Views) and Leh Laa?! (Why Not?!). His brilliance peaked in the 2025 Ramadan drama season with three remarkable roles in Shabab Emraa (A Woman’s Youth), Kamel El Adad++ (Full House++) where he became an internet sensation for his role as Ali, and Share`e Al Asha (Al Asha Street), where he expanded his success into the Saudi Arabian drama scene, earning a new audience’s admiration.
Donia Sami
After rising to fame with her drumming videos, she ventured into acting with numerous projects such as Wesh x Wesh (Face-To-Face) and Seeb Wa Ana Aseeb (You Let Go First). It was her standout performance in Balto (The Lab Coat) that truly established her as a rising star. The multi-talented artist and percussionist reached new heights of stardom during Ramadan 2025, delivering a career-defining breakthrough with three performances: 80 Bako (80K), El Nos (The Half), and Nos El Shaab Esmo Mohammad (Half the Population is Called Mohammad).
Mariam El Gendy
The daughter of the late actor, Mahmoud El Gendy, has carried her father’s legacy with passion. The multi-talented star’s first breakthrough was her role in Balto (The Lab Coat), which left her audience spellbound. In Ramadan 2025, she solidified her career with two performances in Al Atawla 2 (The Tough Ones 2) and Welad Al Shams (Sons of the Sun). On top of her success in TV, she is taking the big screen in Al Ard Al Sawda (The Black Land), set to premiere during Eid Al-Adha.
Waleed El-Moghazy
The popular stand-up comedian, best known for his humorous sketches in The Elite Show and Peace Cake, made his television debut alongside Ahmed Amin in Amin Washarakah (Amin & Co). While stand-up comedy remains his focus, he decided to expand the scope of his creative work, taking on roles in Masar Egbary (Mandatory Path) and Mat’am El Habayeb (The Lovers’ Restaurant). It is his standout performance in 80 Bako (80K) that truly set him apart, earning widespread recognition for his talent.
Hager Elsarrag
The Syrian actress began her journey in 2021 with notable roles in Ded El Kasr (Unbreakable) and then Be Tolooa Al Rouh (Backbreaking) in 2022. Her rise to stardom was boosted by her outstanding performance in Halah Khasa (Special Case), which showcased her remarkable talent. Now, she’s reaching new heights this Ramadan with her exceptional role in Nos El Shaab Esmo Mohammad (Half the Population is Called Mohammad), a performance that has already set social media abuzz and captivated her growing fan base.
Youssef Raafat
The young talent made his first appearance in 2023 in Seeb Wa Ana Aseeb (You Let Go First). His breakthrough came with Mawaed Ma El Mady (Echoes of the Past), a role that firmly established him as a rising star. Building on this momentum, he joined the cast of Ela Al Talaq (All but Divorce) and Beraghm El Qanoun (Despite the Law). This Ramadan drama season, he took his career to new heights with Seed El Nas (Master of the People), delivering a performance that carved his name in the TV industry.
Moataz Hesham
Moataz Hisham first gained attention with his debut role in the 2018 series Abu Omar Al-Masry. He quickly earned recognition for his remarkable performance in Leh Laa? 3 (Why Not? 3). Known for his versatility and captivating presence, Hesham continued to impress in several high-profile roles, including in the series Sukar (Sugar). This Ramadan, his performance in Welad El Shams (Children of the Sun) as Atayf, further solidified his reputation as one of Egypt’s most promising young talents.
Jana Al Ashkar
The talented rising star made her debut in 2024, starring alongside Saba Mubarak in Watar Hassas (Sensitive Chord), where she showcased her raw talent and screen presence, in addition to her impactful guest appearance as Mariam in Kamel Al Adad +1 (Full House +1). In Ramadan 2025, she took a major leap in her career with a captivating and unforgettable performance in Athena, which generated a buzz, cementing her place as a star and paving the way for a bright future in acting.