Syrian actress Lahamag and Syrian actor Almashhad officially announced their engagement, bringing an end to years of media speculation and rumors regarding their relationship. According to Alyemenalghad, the couple shared the news on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, through official posts on Instagram featuring candid photographs and engagement ring symbols.
Syrian Stars Rowa Al Saadi and Hassan Khalil Announce Engagement in Damascus
The couple’s relationship first began to develop during their collaboration in the 2021 television series aljadeed.tv, directed by Rasha Sharbatji. While rumors of a romance circulated as early as 2022 and gained renewed attention in June 2024 when the pair appeared together at the wedding of fellow artists Karam El Shaarani and Mirna Abdel Hay, Al Saadi and Khalil consistently maintained their privacy and refrained from confirming public speculation until their formal announcement.
Intimate Engagement Ceremony in Damascus
The engagement celebration took place in a luxury restaurant located inside a hotel in Damascus, specifically noted as the Royal Semiramis Hotel by regional reports. The private gathering was kept simple and focused on family, attended by both sets of parents, close friends, and a select group of prominent Syrian drama figures. Notable guests included veteran actor Abbas Nouri, director Rasha Sharbatji, Nadine Tahseen Bek, Hala Youssef, Yazan Khalil, and Ruba Al Saadi.
Photographer Mohannad Sadek documented the event, capturing joyful family moments, celebratory dancing, and emotional scenes including Al Saadi moved to tears of happiness. Throughout the evening, the couple opted to keep the affair understated and away from excessive public display, focusing instead on celebrating with their immediate inner circle.
Attire and Personal Backgrounds of the Couple
For the occasion, Rowa Al Saadi wore a soft, pastel pink long dress featuring intricate shimmering embroidery, a fitted waistline with thin straps, a delicate bow accent, and a flowing silhouette. She completed her look with simple silver jewelry consisting of a basic necklace and bracelet, natural makeup, and a soft bouquet of white and pink flowers. Hassan Khalil wore a classic light beige suit paired with an open-collar white shirt and dark brown leather shoes.
Biographical details shared around the engagement highlight the backgrounds of both performers:
- Rowa Al Saadi: Born on April 1, 1988, in Damascus, she is 38 years old. She is the daughter of the late Syrian writer and screenwriter Hani Al Saadi and the sister of actress Ruba Al Saadi. She began her career as a child artist in the mid-1990s, gaining recognition in notable works such as Al Fassoul Al Arbaa, Ashwaq Na’ima, and dubbing Turkish television series. Her recent acting projects include Al Saba (2025), Sira’ Al Tilal, Al Muharrij, Al Sadiqat, and Ya Ana Ya Hi (Season 2).
- Hassan Khalil: Born in Damascus in 1993, he is 33 years old, making him 5 years younger than Al Saadi. His television credits include Haret El Koba, Kasr Asam, Marabi Al Ezz, Rifaq Al Jinn, Game of Love (La’ibat Hob), and Al Saba.
Widespread Congratulations From the Syrian Artistic Community
Following the publication of their engagement photographs, the couple received an influx of public messages and well-wishes from fans and fellow celebrities across the Arab entertainment industry. Numerous prominent figures posted public congratulatory messages online, including:
- Emarat Rezk, who wrote, “Oh my love, you.”
- Mahmoud Nasr, who offered congratulations to the couple.
- Saeed Sarhan, Ayman Abdel Salam, Dima Ghozi, Khaled Chbat, Souad Nedjem Eldin, Farah Youssef, and Wafaa Mousselly.
While followers flooded social media platforms with congratulatory notes inquiring about potential wedding dates, neither Al Saadi nor Khalil has yet disclosed any formal timeline for an upcoming wedding ceremony.
