In an incident that sparked sadness and controversy, Egyptian television director Hani Al-Mahdi passed away last night, Tuesday, at an undisclosed age, just one day after posting a mysterious and emotional message via the "story" feature on his Instagram account, which seemed like an early prediction of his departure.
The message that Al-Mahdi posted before his death carried meanings of despair and heartbreak, stating:
"Sometimes certain actions hurt us, but we remain silent out of love for their owners.
However, with the repetition of those actions, despair will be planted in our hearts, and then we leave against our will to depart."
Shocking words filled with sadness, which social media users reacted to intensely as soon as the news of his death was announced, with many wondering if these words were a final internal cry, or if they reflected a personal struggle that Al-Mahdi was living silently.
* Were there conflicts?
Interpretations varied regarding the motives behind that message, with some suggesting it stemmed from professional pressures that the young director may have faced in the artistic community, while others pointed to potential personal or family crises, including those related to his marital life.
* Who is Hani Al-Mahdi?
The late Hani Al-Mahdi worked in several private satellite channels in Egypt and left a mark on a number of television works he participated in directing.
He was married and appeared to lead a calm family life, being a father of two children, a 10-year-old boy and a 7-year-old girl.
Despite his young age, Al-Mahdi enjoyed a good reputation among his colleagues in the artistic community, known for his calm smile and balanced temperament, which made the news of his death shocking to all who knew him closely.
* Widespread interaction and electronic mourning
Following the announcement of his death, social media pages turned into an electronic mourning space, where hundreds of his friends, colleagues, and fans mourned his early departure, affirming that his last words would remain etched in their memories.
It is worth noting that the details of the cause of death have not yet been officially revealed, but the circumstances surrounding the sudden departure have led many to call for an investigation or clarification from the family or relevant authorities.
Hani Al-Mahdi left silently, but his words echoed loudly in the hearts of his loved ones. And between the lines he left behind, one question remains:
Were they just words... or a farewell message whose echo was only understood after it was too late?