Ahmed El Sakka Reacts to Yasser Galal’s Comments on Actors’ Annual Income

Egyptian actor Ahmed El Sakka has responded to public remarks made by fellow actor Yasser Galal regarding annual earnings in the entertainment industry, clarifying during a recent television appearance that a 10 million Egyptian pound salary does not necessarily translate to a high net income once taxes and heavy family obligations are met, according to reports from outlets including Masrawy, El-Watan News, and Al-Shorouk.

El Sakka addressed the financial realities of top-tier performers during a telephone interview on the program 90 Minutes, hosted by Basma Wahba on Al-Mahwar Channel, as reported by Al-Shorouk and Laha Magazine. Commenting directly on Galal’s figures, El Sakka explained that while 10 million pounds might sound substantial to the public, it must cover considerable tax liabilities and personal responsibilities.

لو عايش بطولي هيكفوني ويفيضوا كمان

Ahmed El Sakka via Al-Shorouk

Translated from the original Arabic coverage by Al-Shorouk and Al-Ain News, El Sakka stated that if he were living alone without his current financial and domestic commitments, that specific sum would easily cover his needs with money to spare. However, he emphasized that the reality for established artists involves substantial professional overhead and high tax brackets.

According to the detailed coverage provided by Laha Magazine, El Sakka noted that actors in the top tax brackets fulfill their legal obligations as corporate and individual high-earning taxpayers.

دخلنا في شريحة كبيرة خلاص؟ كبار الممولين دول إحنا بنحترم نفسنا وبنحترم عقودنا وبنسدد

Ahmed El Sakka via Laha Magazine

He underscored that artists respect their contracts and pay their dues to state tax authorities, noting that after these deductions and essential family expenses are settled, the remaining net amount differs significantly from the gross figure discussed in public forums, as cited by Dar Al-Hilal and Borsawey. Alongside his comments on industry compensation, El Sakka used the interview to discuss his current artistic projects, including his new film “Khali Balak Min Nafsak” (Watch Out for Yourself), which is currently screening in cinemas, according to Borsawey.