Rana Khattab: A rising star to watch out for

Undertaking the challenging task of carrying an entire film on one’s shoulders, with the camera remaining fixed on one actor or actress throughout requires a special combination of charisma, a standout performance, and impeccable physical attributes that seamlessly align with the role.

If done right, the result is a film that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating the next development, wholly immersed in the life of that one character for 90 minutes. Only a select few possess the ability to excel in such a demanding role, and Rana Khattab proved herself to be the perfect fit for her debut cinematic performance in Mohamed El-Samman’s gripping film RAT HOLE.

After winning two awards for her role in the film, rising actress Khattab has generated quite the buzz recently as everyone is eager to know more about the rising star who delivered a standout performance as Kholoud — a telemarketer in a nonprofit organization, who, over the course of a day, bounces from call to call in an attempt to amass enough donations to appease her manager, who agreed to lend her some money to relocate to a neighborhood with better living standards if she hits her quota.

With this role — for which she won Best Actress at the BRICS Film Festival and a Special Mention for Best Actress at the Amman International Film Festival — Khattab has established herself among the promising actresses who are expected to have a remarkable career not only in television but also in cinema and theater.

But who is Rana Khattab beyond her outstanding performances? Well, she’s a tourism and hospitality graduate who began her career as a radio presenter on Nogoum FM, captivating audiences with her programs TOP 20 and STARS ON AIR. She has also graced the stage in notable productions such as the play RAYA AND SEKINA’S GRANDCHILDREN and Khaled Galal’s AL MOHAKMA.

She’s also appeared in several projects on the smaller screen, showcasing her versatility in series like 100 WESH alongside esteemed actors Nelly Karim and Asser Yassin, LAMS AKTAF opposite Yasser Galal, AKHER DOR with Dina El Sherbiny, and GAT SALIMA alongside Donia Samir Ghanem.

Her most recent project is the highly acclaimed 2024 Ramadan series EL ATAWLA, starring Ahmed El Sakka, where she captivated audiences with her portrayal of Sally, earning praise from both viewers and critics alike.

With her undeniable talent, impressive range, and string of successful projects, Rana Khattab is undeniably a rising star to watch out for.