Biography
Ahmed Ghozzi is one of Egypt's leading actors of his generation, recognized for his versatility, emotional depth, and commanding screen presence across drama, action, and contemporary cinema. Since his screen debut in 2020, he has rapidly emerged as one of the Middle East's fastest-rising talents, building an impressive body of work spanning critically acclaimed television, record-breaking box office successes, and international productions. Known for portraying emotionally complex, physically demanding, and transformative characters, Ghozzi continues to establish himself as one of the region's most compelling performers with an expanding international profile.
Ghozzi first gained widespread recognition during Egypt's 2021 Ramadan television season, appearing in three major productions, including The Choice 2, directed by Peter Mimi, alongside Karim Abdel Aziz and Ahmed Mekky. He further demonstrated his versatility with prominent roles in Bayn El Samaa Wa El Ard and El Meshwar, opposite Mohamed Ramadan.
That same year, he made his international debut in Netflix's Emmy Award-winning series The Crown, portraying a young Adnan Khashoggi, introducing his work to audiences worldwide.
Over the following years, Ghozzi continued to build a diverse portfolio through acclaimed performances in Darb Nar alongside Yasmine Abdel Aziz and Risalat El Emam, starring Khaled El Nabawy, further establishing his reputation as one of Egypt's most promising young actors.
His breakthrough as a leading youth star came with El Harifa and its record-breaking sequel El Harifa 2: El Remontada. Widely regarded as a cultural phenomenon, El Harifa became the first youth-led Egyptian feature film to surpass EGP 70 million at the domestic box office, redefining the commercial landscape for a new generation of Egyptian cinema. His portrayal of "Sheshtawy" became one of the franchise's most beloved characters, earning widespread public recognition and cementing his position as one of Egypt's defining young screen talents.
In 2024, Ghozzi reunited with director Peter Mimi and Karim Abdel Aziz in the critically acclaimed historical drama El Hashasheen, delivering another standout performance that received widespread praise from critics and audiences alike, further reinforcing his reputation for selecting ambitious, character-driven projects.
The following year marked another major milestone in his career as he took on his first solo television lead in the Ramadan drama Qahwit El Mahata. His emotionally nuanced performance was met with critical acclaim, showcasing a new level of maturity and dramatic depth. He continued to expand his range through major productions including Mamlaket El Harir and Mashrou' X, once again collaborating with Karim Abdel Aziz. Beyond acting, Ghozzi also strengthened his international commercial profile after being selected as the global ambassador for Armani's Stronger With You fragrance, reflecting his growing influence across both entertainment and fashion.
In 2026, Ghozzi entered another defining chapter with his performance in the Ramadan blockbuster Ras Al Afaa, one of the season's highest-viewed dramas. As Hassan, an undercover secret service agent, he delivered one of his most physically and emotionally demanding performances to date, combining layered dramatic storytelling with intensive combat choreography, stunt work, and high-octane action sequences. He continues this momentum with the summer 2026 release of Mahmoud El Tany, further expanding his portfolio of leading roles in Egyptian cinema.
