AbdulHusain AbdulRedha

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Abdulhussain Abdulredha (1939-2017) was a pioneering Kuwaiti actor, playwright, and comedian, widely regarded as one of the most iconic figures in Gulf and Arab entertainment. Born on July 15, 1939, in Kuwait City, Abdulredha was a central figure in the development of the Kuwaiti theater scene and a beloved personality across the Arab world. Abdulredha's career spanned over five decades, during which he became known for his sharp wit, charismatic stage presence, and his ability to blend comedy with social and political commentary. His work often reflected the cultural and social issues of Kuwait and the broader Gulf region, tackling topics like family dynamics, political corruption, and societal changes with humor and insight. One of his most famous works is the 1981 play "Bye Bye London," which humorously explores the experiences of Gulf Arabs in Western societies. Abdulredha's performances were characterized by their relatability and his unique ability to connect with audiences from all walks of life. In addition to his theatrical work, Abdulredha appeared in numerous television series and films, further cementing his status as a household name. His influence extended beyond entertainment, as he became a cultural ambassador for Kuwait and the Gulf, helping to shape the region's identity in the arts. Abdulredha's contributions to Arab entertainment were recognized with numerous awards and accolades throughout his life. He passed away on August 11, 2017, in London, but his legacy continues to live on, with his work still celebrated and loved by fans across the Arab world.

06-12-1939

Birthday

Sagittarius

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Total Films

Also known as (male)

Kuwait

Place of Birth

06-12-1939

Birthday

Sagittarius

Zodiac Sign

Genres

Total Films

Also Known As (male)

Kuwait

Place of Birth

Popular works

Media

Creative career

actor

40 Works

producer

0 Works

director

16 Works

writer

16 Works

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In a Blink

Driven by a thirst for fame, prestige, and the spotlight, a servant office owner ventures into the competitive world of sports. When he assumes leadership of a troubled sports club, he stumbles upon the hidden complexities of the industry. However, his lack of knowledge and experience in sports matters only compounds the club's issues, leading to unexpected challenges and deeper entanglements in a world he thought he understood.

0.0

Year:

2004

Qannas Khaitan

Qannas Khaitan is a Kuwaiti comedy play highlighting the challenges faced by expatriates and locals in Khaitan district. Residents unite to form a council to stand against exploitative landlords, sparking humorous clashes and character-driven moments.

0.0

Year:

2002

Fifty Years Old Teenager

The life of a married 50-year-old doctor turns topsy-turvy when he falls in love with a younger woman and begins to act like a teenager.

0.0

Year:

1996

Means Well

0.0

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1993

The Sword Of The Arabs

The play deals in a social comic framework, the period of the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait in 1990, and what was experienced by Kuwaitis and Iraqis alike during the aggression period, through the social changes that occurred in both societies in that period.

9.5

Year:

1992

After the Honey

7.0

Year:

1989

Bye Bye Arab

Kuwaiti social theatrics speaks about the life of the Arab citizen and his quest for Arab unity through the personality of (Arabs) who helps (genie Morgan) by going with him on a journey to reunite and unite the Arabs, but he is shocked by a bitter reality with which it is impossible to achieve this dream.

7.0

Year:

1986

The Deterioration

The work follows a man struggling with alcohol addiction, exploring its destructive effects on his family, finances, home, and the future of his children. Set in a dramatic context, it highlights the far-reaching consequences of addiction on both personal and familial stability.

0.0

Year:

1985

The Joy Of A Nation

A Kuwaiti social comedy play presented to the leaders of the Gulf states at the Gulf Summit in 1985, which was written by Abdul-Hussein Abdul-Ridha, a satirical play that discusses family issues, family bonding and religious extremism, the play talks about the loss of children and the home, neglect of parents, and who is responsible for that.

7.0

Year:

1984

Al-Manakh Knights

The first Gulf economic play centered on an issue that affected members of Kuwaiti society, which sparked widespread controversy between Kuwaiti society and the Gulf community in general, and the issue was the "Al Manakh Market" crisis in 1982, which ended in losses exceeding $ 22 billion. Where the story tells about the second oil boom of the Gulf states at the end of the seventies and the beginning of the eighties of the twentieth century AD where the price of oil increased continuously until the Gulf countries recorded large financial surpluses, so the money poured into the stock market significantly until it opened a stock trading office in a semi-parallel office and was named a market "Al Manakh" in which money flowed greatly from almost all segments of Kuwaiti society and even foreign residents and some individuals from the Gulf states and increased frantic speculation and increased buying and selling for the future until it reached astronomical numbers.

10.0

Year:

1983

Bye Bye London

A comedy about an old married man that travels to London with his nephew who does his to save him from exposure to fraud, and being mugged in London, the play also covers some political aspects and projections in addition to social criticism of some of the Arab situations.

8.0

Year:

1982

The Bachelor Of Al Salmiya

Hilal Haji Ramadan is a single person in Salmiya who is a reckless and wasteful person, which leads not to multiply debts on him and chasing his debtors, and he has a friend who is a doctor close to him, but on the contrary, he is a human being, a messenger and a shark lover. A day will come and meet Hilal his princess while she falls in the Salmiya market, and her princess is the beautiful rich girl. He falls in love with her, and the irony lies in that she herself is his fiancée, his close friend, and the events continue until the princess admires Hilal and his opposite personality of his friend and falls in love with Hilal.

7.0

Year:

1979

Honeymoon Operetta

This Kuwaiti comedy operetta follows newlyweds Rashid and Amina as marital tensions arise. Frustrated by Rashid’s modest income and his complaints about her father, Amina directs her anger at Rashid’s mother, leading to a cascade of humorous conflicts.

0.0

Year:

1979

Besat Al Fagr

Three young men propose to a girl, one of whom is rich, the second is handsome, and the third is poor who owns nothing except a flying magic carpet. She decides to marry the poor man and travels with him to Iraq, Egypt, Lebanon, and India along the magic carpet.

8.0

Year:

1979

Not To Hamman, Pharaoh

A Kuwaiti comedic romance drama following the story of an accountant that fell in love with the daughter of his employer.

9.5

Year:

1977

Operetta, Oh Time

This lighthearted Kuwaiti operetta takes audiences on a nostalgic journey back to old Kuwait, capturing the charm and simplicity of life in a bygone era. Through lively musical numbers and comedic sketches, the operetta showcases beloved children’s games, bustling traditional cafes, and the lively alleyways of Kuwait's neighborhoods. As characters relive their joyful memories, "What a Time!" celebrates the unique cultural heritage of Kuwait, offering a playful, heartfelt glimpse into the community spirit and everyday joys of the past.

0.0

Year:

1977

The Victim Of The House Of The Pride

A Kuwaiti comedy play that revolves around Saif, a loyal and diligent worker whom experiences difficulties at home which lead to disastrous results.

8.0

Year:

1976

Samet Sons

A Kuwaiti play talks about the life of Kuwaitis in the years of poverty experienced by Kuwaitis before the economic boom in the seventies, and discusses work in a comic framework of economic and social problems, including poverty, education, and health, by dealing with the stories of work heroes.

9.0

Year:

1975

Pre-Marital Flirting

Rashid, a modest meter reader, is smitten with Amina, a gentle and beautiful woman. Visiting her home daily under the pretense of reading the electricity meter, he uses every encounter to charm her. Though she initially resists, Amina gradually falls for his endearing persistence, sparking a warm and playful romance.

0.0

Year:

1975

Pre-Marital Flirting

0.0

Year:

1975

Fasting Operetta

The story explores the daily lives of a married couple during Ramadan, capturing how they navigate fasting, work, worship, household responsibilities, and parenting. Through their challenges and small victories, the couple learns to balance tradition and modern demands, highlighting the spirit of Ramadan within family life.

0.0

Year:

1975

Also, Hello Dolly

Egyptian socialite Dalal is determined to win over Kuwaiti businessman Abdullah, who’s fallen for Dolly, a Lebanese seamstress. Dalal’s wild schemes to sabotage their romance lead to a hilarious clash of love and cultural quirks.

4.0

Year:

1974

30 Days of Love

The play takes place in a romantic comedy about the spoiled girl (Dalal), who falls in love with the pharmacist (Fahd), and her father asks him to trick her into loving her for thirty days.

6.0

Year:

1973

A World of Women and a Man

A kuwaiti play starring Abdulhussain Abdulredha and Nawal Abu Alfutooh.

0.0

Year:

1972

Husband Needed Immediately

Husband Needed Immediately to married a wealthy woman in order to get to her old Husband since she get divorced 3 times

5.0

Year:

1971

The bird landed, the bird flew away

A play that revolves around the lives of two parents from two different social classes, namely (Bou Fariala) with his son and daughter, who are from the wealthy class, and (Bou Hilan) with his son (Hilan), who are from the poor class, but they are neighbors and brothers.

0.0

Year:

1971

The Judge Radhi

Radi The Judge

0.0

Year:

1970

A Killer For Rent

0.0

Year:

1970

A Killer For Rent

0.0

Year:

1970

Mehgan Arrives Tonight

The role of the events of the play about Bader, who works as a manager in his uncle's mayor's company, he sent to his uncle a letter that he was married in order not to marry his daughter Aisha, and when he Know that his uncle is coming from traveling, he was afraid that his matter would be revealed, and he decided to borrow the wife of his friend Fahad, so that the role of the wife would be played during the period of his uncle's presence .

0.0

Year:

1969

Early Bird Gets the Worm

A married man suffers from the tyranny and tyranny of his wife's mother and its great influence on her, so he tries in various ways to urge his wife to form her independent personality, and get rid of her mother's influence, which may negatively affect their relationship.

0.0

Year:

1969

Vacation

The events revolve around a man who lives an unstable and suspicious life, then it develops and becomes doubtful of everyone around him, causing him great damage to his life and his relationships.

0.0

Year:

1968

At Odds

In this Kuwaiti comedy, Dr. Salem, a veterinarian, is desperate to convince his fiancée, Samia, that he's a physician for humans, not animals. To pull off the ruse, he enlists his assistant to disguise the clinic's true purpose, leading to a series of humorous mishaps and misunderstandings. As the charade unfolds, comic twists ensue, putting both his relationship and his secret at risk.

0.0

Year:

1968

Appointment with Death

A TV Movie about a rich businessman who is told that he will die after several hours of a stroke.

0.0

Year:

1967

24 hours

The events revolve around a man who takes his wife to the doctor, as he suspects that she has gone crazy, after which many funny situations take place between them to find out her condition and whether she has really lost her mind or not.

0.0

Year:

1967

The Court of the District

The Court of The district is a comedy play of the daily problems in the Kuwaiti Families which is solved in the Court

6.5

Year:

1967

Kuwait in 2000

"Kuwait in 2000" is a Kuwaiti comedy play that explores the future of Kuwait during, and after the decline of oil, produced on February 5, 1965

6.0

Year:

1966

The Storm

The Kuwaiti short film العاصفة (The Storm) explores Kuwait's social and economic shifts before and after the discovery of oil. Through the perspectives of an older father and his modernized son, it delves into the challenges of tradition versus rapid modernization.

7.0

Year:

1965

Seize the Day

In Seize Your Day, a greedy fabric merchant’s selfishness sparks endless conflicts, leading him to lose both business and relationships in a satirical take on the folly of unchecked ambition.

0.0

Year:

1965

Game of Fate

In Game of Fate, we follow Haji Ibrahim, a humble man struggling to build a better life for his family amid the social and economic hardships of 1960s Kuwait. Despite his determination, he finds himself at the mercy of fate, facing unexpected challenges that threaten to derail his dreams. Supported by his resilient wife Amina and caught in complex relationships with those around him, Haji Ibrahim’s journey captures a compelling story of ambition, sacrifice, and the unpredictable twists of life.

0.0

Year:

1960