Mokhtar Hussain

An actor who came to cinema through his athletic excellence, as he was a famous weightlifting champion. He worked in many humble jobs. He won the Luxembourg championships in weightlifting in 1931. He held many positions and created a club bearing his name. He participated in the 1936 Olympics. He married the actress Nabawiya Mustafa while working together in the movie “Maarouf Al-Badawi.” He had three children, including journalist Bahira Mokhtar. He acted in many roles alongside Jewar. Hassan Kamel, as they formed a contradictory duo.