Manama, Director Bassam Al Thawadi, actress Majeda Sultan, and actor Abdullah Al Darzi shared their experiences in directing and acting during the Media Talents Award 2024 briefing at Ahlia University. The speakers emphasised persistence, passion, and commitment as keys to success. Al Thawadi spoke about his unplanned journey into directing, which began when he accidentally acquired a projector. His interest in filmmaking grew from there, leading to his first film, "Al Hajez." He also discussed the challenges of working with limited resources and his early successes with TV shows like 'Hasan and Noor Al Sena'. Sultan shared her acting journey, explaining the initial difficulties in entering the field and how her family, particularly her brother, supported her dream. Al Darzi highlighted talent as the foundation of success, encouraging students to take advantage of today's opportunities, such as awards and initiatives, which make it easier for new talents compared to the challenges faced by pioneers. Dr. Zainab Abdul Nabi, Chairperson of Mass Communication and Public Relations Department at Ahlia University, thanked the Ministry of Information and celebrated Ahlia student Zain Hassan's achievement in reaching the previous award finals. Source: Bahrain News Agency