Said Serhan, born December 15, 1979, is a distinguished Lebanese actor, writer, and television presenter renowned for his ability to portray complex and challenging characters. He has established himself as one of the most powerful talents in Lebanese and Arab drama. Serhan cultivated his passion for the arts from a young age, later honing his skills academically by earning an Honors Degree in Theatre Studies from the Lebanese University's Institute of Fine Arts in 2002.
His professional career took off in 2005 when he gained widespread popularity as the co-presenter of the children's show "Al-Darb" on the Al Jazeera Children's Channel, hosting over 1,000 episodes. However, his most significant impact has been in acting. He collaborated with director Issam Bou Khaled on socially and politically charged plays like "MAAARCH" and "Banafsaj." In television, his role as "Ali Sheikh Al-Jabal" in the hit series "Al Hayba" (2019-2021) became a career-defining moment, showcasing his profound talent and earning him massive public acclaim. His portfolio includes other successful series such as "Wa Akheeran" (Finally, 2023), "Paranoia" (2021), and "Hell's Gate" (2021).
In cinema, Serhan has participated in internationally recognized films, notably "Tombé du Ciel" (Heaven Sent), which premiered at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival, and "1982," which was Lebanon's official entry for the Academy Awards. Beyond acting, Serhan founded his own production company, reflecting his comprehensive artistic vision and commitment to fostering creative projects.
Said Serhan's Achievements
Said Serhan achieved phenomenal success with his role as "Ali Sheikh Al-Jabal" in the acclaimed series "Al Hayba" across its seasons (Al-Hasad, Al-Rad, Jabal). This role was a pivotal turning point in his career, establishing him as a leading actor in the Arab world and demonstrating his mastery of complex characters and the challenging Baalbeki dialect.
He co-starred in the film "Tombé du Ciel" (Heaven Sent), directed by Wissam Charaf, which was selected for the prestigious ACID section at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. This significant international exposure highlighted his talent on the global cinema stage.
Serhan played a key role in the film "1982," directed by Oualid Mouaness, which won the NETPAC Award at the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival. The film was also selected as Lebanon's official entry for the Academy Awards, cementing Serhan's status as a serious cinematic actor.
Early in his career, he became a household name across the Arab world as the co-host of the hit children's television show "Al-Darb" on Al Jazeera Children's Channel. Alongside his co-presenter Greta El Rayess, he hosted over 1,000 episodes, making the show a top-rated program for young audiences in the region.
Education
Said Serhan graduated with an Honors Degree in Theatre Studies from the Institute of Fine Arts at the Lebanese University in 2002. Prior to this, he studied mechanical engineering for one year at the Lebanese American University after graduating from high school with a scientific diploma in 1998.