Mohammad Nizar’s first foray into serial dramas came in Netflix’s first Arabic original series, the supernatural drama JINN (2019). Before that Nizar established his name through international works, such as director Jon Stewart’s American film ROSEWATER (2013) that was headlined by Mexican star Gael García Bernal. In 2016, Nizar participated in a number of award-winning short films: CATHARSIS by Sondos Mustafa, NAMOUS by Samer Battikhi, and director Said Zagha’s award-winning FIVE BOYS AND A WHEEL, which stars international actor Ali Suliman.
He also starred in the two TV series OBOOR by director Mohammad Hushki, which premiered on Abu Dhabi TV in Ramadan 2019, and WEAPON WITHOUT MURDER, which screened in the same year.
After that, Nizar starred in a number of projects, namely GAZA MON AMOUR by directors Tarzan and Arab Nasser, which held its world premiere at the Venice International Film Festival and marked Palestine’s official submission to the International Feature Film Category at the 93rd Academy Awards. He also starred in the shorts THE GHOSTS WE LEFT AT HOME, which screened in a number of international festivals in 2020, and SELAHY, where he landed the leading role.
Mohammad Nizar recently lit up the screen in the highly-acclaimed second season of ALRAWABI SCHOOL FOR GIRLS, now streaming on Netflix and captivating audiences in both the Middle East and Europe. His stellar performance also shines in the award-winning short film THE RED SEA MAKES ME WANNA CRY, showcasing his versatility and talent.