Azima Tawfiq

Azima Tawfiq

Baghdad, Iraq

Iraq's first leading lady. She played the role of 'Aliya' in the Iraqi film 'Aliya and Issam' in 1949 alongside Salima Murad. In the 1950s, she opened a nightclub in Al-Karrada and focused on singing there, distancing herself from radio and television. Her artistic news faded away in the late 1950s.

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Alya and Essam 1947

A love story grows between Aliya and Eesaam, as Aliya is drawn to Eesaam and keeps her love secret. Eesaam reciprocates the same feelings, with members of the tribe recognizing the virtues of each and their personalities, deepening their love. However, the feud between the two tribes stands as an obstacle to their love. Will they be able to overcome it?
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The Regret 1956

A man lives a happy life with his wife and two children until he meets a seductive dancer who lures him, convincing him to escape from his dull and monotonous life. She transports him to a world of happiness through nights and moments spent with her. Meanwhile, she exhausts his financial resources, pushing him to the brink of bankruptcy. As their relationship weakens, the dancer attempts to distance herself from him.