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"Shorouk Cinema Club" honors actress Rojina in the seminar "Ramadan Drama and Women's Issues"
• Actress Rojina: cares about women's issues and every work that focuses on human suffering
• Dr. Suheir Saleh: Rojina's artistic works reflect the refined image of Egyptian art and highlight women's issues professionally and humanely
• Dr. Elham Younes: Rojina's participation in the Shorouk Cinema Club seminar represents great artistic and human value
• Dr. Nesreen Abdel Aziz: "Rojina" is a name associated with creativity and brilliance
Shorouk Cinema Club, at the International Higher Institute of Media at Shorouk Academy, hosted actress Rojina in a seminar titled "Ramadan Drama and Women's Issues," as part of the cultural and artistic activities organized by the institute; aiming to enhance interaction between students and media and drama professionals, in the presence of Dr. Mohamed Shoman, Vice Chairman of Shorouk Academy Board of Trustees, Dr. Suheir Saleh, Dean of the Institute, Dr. Elham Younes, Vice Dean, and Dr. Nesreen Abdel Aziz, Director of Shorouk Cinema Club, alongside the distinguished presence of actor Dr. Ashraf Zaki, Head of the Actors Syndicate, and a number of faculty members, assistants, and students.
The Refined Image of Egyptian Art
Dr. Suheir Saleh Ibrahim expressed her great happiness with the activities of the Shorouk Cinema Club seminar, confirming that the meeting represents a distinguished cultural and artistic occasion, especially with the presence of the dazzling star Rojina, who shared with the students a rich experience from her artistic career; she extended her appreciation for Rojina's prompt response to the invitation and her participation in the institute's cultural season, despite her busy schedule; emphasizing that her artistic works reflect the refined image of Egyptian art and highlight Egyptian women's issues professionally and humanely.
Saleh added that Rojina, in more than one drama work, has managed to present a true image of women, contributing to stimulating serious societal discussions about their issues, as clearly seen in the series "Hesbat Omry," which tackled personal status issues with high artistic responsibility; noting that she is a model of an artist aware of the value of art as a means of change, based on the roles she has delivered in recent years, whether in popular drama or social issues.
She also thanked Dr. Ashraf Zaki, Head of the Actors Syndicate, for his constant support of the institute's activities, confirming that his presence adds significant value to any scientific or artistic event.
Issues Addressed in "Hesbat Omry"
Dr. Elham Younes stated that art, when turned into a real message and social responsibility, becomes an effective tool for change; expressing her deep appreciation for actress Rojina and emphasizing that her presence in the Shorouk Cinema Club seminar represents significant artistic and human value, praising her for attending despite her busy schedule.
She added that the series "Hesbat Omry" sparked numerous positive reactions among officials and stakeholders, successfully stirring stagnant waters and addressing societal issues with depth and awareness, despite some controversy on social media; yet, those who followed the work carefully recognized its artistic and human value.
She also praised Dr. Nesreen Abdel Aziz, Director of Shorouk Cinema Club, for organizing this seminar as part of the club's annual activities, emphasizing that the seminar provides a real opportunity for students to benefit from artistic and cultural expertise that enriches their professional and social awareness.
Respecting Humanity and Profession
Actress Rojina, on her part, thanked the academy administration for this cherished honor, stating that she considers herself very fortunate, having started her artistic career with great directors and writers in Egypt, such as the legendary Youssef Chahine, participating in the film "Al-Massir"; this experience with Chahine was a real artistic school. She learned a lot from him, especially about respecting people and the profession. He had a unique vision for his work, and every moment in the film taught us something new. She saw how the team was treated equally and how each scene was designed with utmost precision; it was an invaluable experience.
Rojina added that she participated in significant works such as “Al-Aila” with Mr. Ismail Abdel Hafez and Mr. Wahid Hamed, and later “Al-Mal Wal Banoun” with Mr. Magdy Abu Ameera and Mr. Mohamed Galal Abdel Qawy. She described these experiences as very rich and influential in shaping her as an actress.
Rojina confirmed that she always cares about women's issues, as seen in the series “Setohom,” which addressed the issue of women abandoning their femininity and transforming into someone else to succeed in society. This topic was important for her because it reflects the reality many women face. Through portraying these characters, she aims to show the challenges women encounter and how they deal with them.
She pointed out the significant role of actor Ashraf Zaki, not only as her husband but also as a mentor who assisted her throughout her artistic journey.
Honoring Actress Rojina
Dr. Nesreen Abdel Aziz confirmed that this day carries an exceptional nature due to its open dialogue with one of the stars of art and creativity, describing her as "a name that, when mentioned, is associated with creativity and brilliance."
The evening witnessed wide interaction from students and faculty members, reflecting Shorouk Cinema Club's dedication to combining academic education with live artistic experience, which enhances students' awareness of the importance of culture and art in building societal awareness. Actress Rojina was honored at the end of the seminar.