Laila Elwy Involved in Car Accident

Veteran Egyptian actress Laila Elwy was recently involved in a car accident.

The accident occurred two days ago when the acclaimed actress was making her way to Egypt's North Coast.

Elwy sustained bruises and contusions to her shoulder and neck, as well as surface injuries and scratches. The car was also significantly damaged.

The actress's manager reassured fans of her well being and noted that her health is improving significantly.

The manager added that she is undergoing a period of rest and recovery.

Elwy, born on January 4, 1962, made her acting debut at a young age in children's programming "Abla Fadeela" on the Radio and "Mama Samiha" on television.

Laila took small parts in films as a child and performed in several titles. Late Egyptian actor, Nour El-Sherif discovered her acting skills while she was performing on stage.

She co-starred in her first role in a drama in the TV series “Dimoo’ Fawq al-Haqiqa” (Tears Over the Truth).

Elwy has received numerous film awards and has served as a producer in the 1952 film “Ya Mihalabiya ya”.