Is Mona Shalaby's marriage true? A circulating document, and her silence sparks controversy.

Social media users have been circulating a photo over the past few hours claiming to be the marriage certificate of actress Menna Shalaby and director Ahmed El-Ganainy, sparking widespread controversy among the actress's fans and admirers.

The photo showed an official signature and seal, along with photos of the couple and the date October 13, 2025, leading many to speculate about the authenticity of the document and the wedding date.

There has been no official comment from the artist or director regarding the authenticity of the document yet, leaving the door open to speculation.

Menna Shalaby had previously confirmed that she maintains the privacy of her personal life and does not comment on her relationships or details outside of her artistic career.

The document's circulation comes weeks after she revealed a new romantic experience, the details of which she refused to disclose. The controversy coincides with the actress's intense artistic activity, as her new film "Hepta 2" continues its cinematic run, starring Karim Fahmy, Salma Abu Deif, and a number of other stars.

I married my work.. Menna Shalaby on receiving the Creative Achievement Award Egyptian actress Menna Shalaby spoke about receiving the Creative Achievement Award at the 8th El Gouna Film Festival.

During her interview on the "Al-Soura" program, hosted by Lamis El Hadidi, she said: "This creative achievement is very big. I felt that I deserved this creativity because it is a big part of my life and my life. I have been doing this job since I was 16 years old."

Mena Shalaby continued : "I have a commitment in my life, which is a commitment to art. I have been married to my work my whole life. Every role I have played that people liked or was influential is like my son. I have always taken care of it and replaced it more than I wanted myself until I delivered it to the director. From the moment I agree to the film until I finish it, he is like my son."

During the interview, Menna Shalaby talked about the role of artist Mahmoud Abdel Aziz in her entry into the world of art: “We were at Amr Mahmoud Yassin’s wedding, and Mahmoud Abdel Aziz and Boussy were present. I was 15 years old and wearing an evening gown. Boussy said to him: Don’t you have a daughter like Menna in the movie? He said: True. Then he asked my mother: Does your daughter act? She said: Yes. He said: Fine, but I won’t make a decision before director Radwan Al-Kashef does.”

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After her embarrassment at El Gouna Film Festival, Menna Shalaby: My dress tore and I got nervous. Actress Menna Shalaby revealed the details of the embarrassing situation she experienced during the opening ceremony of the 8th El Gouna Film Festival, when her dress ripped on stage as she was receiving the Creative Achievement Award from superstar Yousra.

The dress was torn in front of the audience and Yousra's quick reaction Menna Shalaby recounted in a symposium held Friday that she was extremely nervous at the time of the incident, especially since it occurred on stage in front of the festival's audience and guests.

"I was very nervous when my dress tore as I was going to receive the award," Menna said. "I wanted to thank my colleagues who always stand by me. We are an artistic family that cares for each other and supports each other every step of the way."

The awkward situation happened when Yousra hugged her on stage, but the superstar handled it smartly and quickly, helping Mona overcome the situation without ruining the concert or losing its festive atmosphere.

Menna Shalaby: "Yousra saved the situation with the sensitivity of a great artist." Menna praised Yousra's humanitarian stance, saying that she felt genuine love and support from her colleagues at the time. She emphasized that Yousra treated the situation like an older sister and handled it with elegance and professionalism, allowing her to complete her speech with ease and confidence.

The honor is an important milestone in Menna Shalaby's artistic career. Menna Shalaby expressed her deep gratitude for being honored at the El Gouna Film Festival, considering it a significant milestone in her artistic career. She said, "I feel a sense of fear and appreciation. The idea of a lifetime achievement is too big for my age. I'll have achieved a lifetime achievement by winning the Oscar, but this is a huge honor and a huge boost."

Menna Shalaby: Art is not fame... Art is passion and responsibility. Menna concluded her speech by emphasizing that acting, for her, is not just a profession or a means to fame, but rather a passion and a responsibility. She said, "A true actor works hard at his job, and every honor is an appreciation for that work and for the belief that art is a message before it is lights and cameras."