Bahloul: The Wisest of the Madmen

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A Syrian historical series about the people of the Karkh district in Baghdad. Among its residents is a man called Abu Wahb, a wise and righteous figure who solves the city’s problems. The caliph intended to appoint him as Chief Judge, but fearing for his faith, Abu Wahb was instructed to feign madness. He then began appearing in public riding a reed, and people gave him the name ‘Bahloul.

Cast & crew

Abdel Rahman Abu Al Qasim · Andre Skaf · Dhoha Al-Dabes · Gehad El Zoghby · Jirjes Jbarah · Mohammad Hadaki · Mohammad Kheir Al-Jarrah · Mustafa Diab · Qasim Melho · Wadah Halloum