W hen we searched for the ideal cover girl for our wedding issue, we were determined to bring our readers a fresh, bright, stunning young talent who is resolute to show the Arab world that she’s a woman who is as talented as she is enticing. For the first time DG gets up close and personal with the rising diva…

Please introduce yourself to DG readers?
I am Tatiana, my origin is from Lebanon and now I am Egyptian, married to Director Akram Farid. We have a beautiful daughter Maria; she is almost two years old. I have been living in Egypt for eight years. I studied at Mohamed Abdel Hady’s acting studio and from there I was chosen to act with the great Warda in “Awan El Ward” series and then I sang with the magnificent Warda in an Opera. Afterwards I acted in several movies, but then I traveled to USA for two years because of Maria and now I am back after staring in “Samy Oxide Carbon”.

Do you consider “Elaqat Khasa” movie the reason behind your first appearance to the people, and “Samy Oxide Carbon” movie the actual beginning for you after your special performance in it?
Well yes, especially that “Elaqat Khasa” was packed with new actors and actresses and people talked about this experience for some time, regardless of the fact that the comments may have been negative or positive.

Who is your favorite female actress?
Soad Hosny, I love to act, sing, and dance. My dream is to do these kinds of roles, but it is too difficult. Soad Hosny found star makers, but nowadays it is not the same.

Did you start acting in Lebanon before you come to Egypt?
No, I didn’t, the first time I started acting was here in Egypt. I used to work as a model in Lebanon. I never thought I would live in Egypt and achieve my childhood dream of acting. It is a dream that came true.

What do you think about the people who are saying that your husband Akram Farid is the reason behind your stardom?
Absolutely not, and my proof is that most of my movies are not with Akram.

What do you think about the actors and actresses who entered the political world subsequent to the revolution?
I think that some of them truly love this country and want a change and others for the sake of the media show. I was brought up in Lebanon and of course that helped me to be politically aware. I went to Tahrir square during the revolution with my husband and tried to help as much as I could.

What do you think about daring roles in cinema?
Cinema conveys real world and so actors should act all kinds of roles as long as they are good, and there is no amplification in it. I am supportive of daring roles as in “Rab3a El Adweya” movie in its first part or as in “Darb El Hawa” movie. It is also about how you do it with no exaggeration.

Tell us about the new theatrical play “Badla Smokeen” and who chose you for it?
Director Adel Anwar is the one who chose me; he called me and
explained to me everything about the role and the play. It was a foreign play and they translated it to Arabic. This play was my first experience on stage and it helped me a lot in confronting the audiences and having a lot of confidence.

Let’s move to another part of your life, what is your favorite hobby?
I love dangerous sports and taking risks, I love jumping and diving but after I had my baby I started to think a lot before taking any risks.

“The first time I started acting was here in Egypt. I used to work as a model in Lebanon. I never thought I would live in Egypt and achieve my childhood dream of acting. It is a dream that came true”.

What do you think about marriage and stardom? Well, marriage is stability and stardom is so tempting and it enriches the ego inside everyone but yet it is a huge responsibility, however it restricts your freedom -- you can’t go anywhere or do anything you want. Do you like fashion? Well every women does, I love to be feminine. Feminism is not only a look; it is also ones character and spirit. Women should be tender and sweet. Could you quit acting for motherhood? I don’t know -- motherhood is giving without getting anything. I got many offers that I apologized about for the sake of Maria. Using as few words as possible – what can you say about the following: Your mother: the true love and a symbol of giving Akram Farid: my guardian angel Maria: everything to me Acting: achieving my success Lebanon: my country and childhood Egypt: my second country

Have you considered presenting TV shows?
Yes, I would love to especially political programs, but I am not sure if the audiences will accept it from me here in Egypt as I am Lebanese.

What is next for you?
I am working on several things; in a movie called “Mr. & Mrs. Ewis” and “Al Saf3a” series with director Magdy Abou Emeraa and Sherif Mounir. The movie will be released in the
coming feast and the series will be broadcast
during the approaching Ramadan.

Last but not least, we would like you to send a love letter to whoever you want?
To my father and mother, I love you so much and thank you for everything..