Tamer Najm

“I was not acting the character of ‘Khaled’; I was living him,”

Tamer Najm · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-19

Najm describes his connection to his character Khaled, a man trapped in a hospital during an IVF attempt.

“We left with our hands on our hearts, knowing that stepping out in Gaza means returning either safely or in a shroud.”

Tamer Najm · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-19

Najm describes the danger of stepping out in Gaza to go to rehearsal.

“I had actually been displaced with my pregnant wife from the north amidst fire and danger, terrified every moment that she might lose her baby.”

Tamer Najm · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-19

Najm recounts his real experience of being displaced with his pregnant wife from northern Gaza.

“If you hear a nearby bombing, don’t go outside; take care of yourself and the baby.”

Tamer Najm · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-19

Najm recounts what he would tell his wife before leaving for rehearsals in Gaza.