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Khalid Al-Obaid

Khalid Al-Obaid

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Khaled Al Obaid (born January 19, 1938) is a veteran Kuwaiti actor known for his impactful roles in theater, television, and cinema. He began his artistic career in 1963 on the stage and quickly became one of the most recognizable figures in Kuwaiti drama. He studied at Omar Ibn Al-Khattab School and worked at the Ministry of Electricity and Water, initially as a supervisor at water stations and later as an accountant. His early professional life in public service preceded a decades-long acting career defined by strong performances and versatility. Al Obaid is particularly known for portraying complex and often antagonistic characters, bringing emotional depth and authenticity to each role. He gained wide acclaim for his work in notable television series such as Al-Samt (The Silence, 1980) and Al-Shareeb Bezza (2002), as well as several stage plays and Kuwaiti films. Beyond his professional achievements, he is a family man with six sons and three daughters. His legacy as a pioneer in Kuwaiti performing arts continues to influence generations of actors and audiences across the region.

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

1992
The Sword Of The Arabs

as    أبو عبدالله / وزير عراقي

1988
City Of The Winds

as    علقم

1985
The jewel and The Fisherman

as    Ghadab

1984
The Clock Turned

as    الراوي

1982
Badr Al Zaman

as    Sharkan

1980
Aladdin

as    Aqshar

1980
The Bullies

as    ناصر المغول (ابو بدر)

1979
Juha’s Diaries

as    تيمور لنك

1979
Party on the Impalement

as    مدير السجن

1978
The Broken Jug

as    Alwan

1978
Sinbad The Sailor

as    السلطان

1978
Fate

as    بن شطان

1976
مسرحية متاعب صيف

as    مبارك

1973
Demons of the Friday night

as    عبيد

1972
Sherbaka

as    الدكتور

1971
The Rooster is Lost

as    العم بوعبدالله