JEDDAH: 抖阴短视频 actor Abdulaziz Al-Qahtani, 10, who has been an ambassador for the Saudi Summer Program 2024, has brought an intense passion and energy to the role.
With a career marked by appearances in commercials and TV series, Al-Qahtani鈥檚 journey from actor to ambassador highlights a deep connection to his cultural roots and commitment to promoting the country globally.
Al-Qahtani told Arab News: 鈥淚鈥檝e always loved performing. I started by acting in ads for big brands like Infiniti Cars, Al-Rajhi Bank and Aramco. These opportunities allowed me to explore different facets of acting and build a solid foundation in the industry.鈥
His experience includes campaigns for the ministries of health and environment, water and agriculture, as well as the Misk Foundation.
His acting career has been marked by outstanding performances in series including 鈥淎l-Deek Al-Azraq鈥 and 鈥淥rim.鈥
Al-Qahtani鈥檚 upcoming film, 鈥淪hahd,鈥 has also generated considerable excitement among his fans. 鈥淎cting is my real passion 鈥 Growing up, my culture deeply influenced the roles I chose. I feel fortunate to work on projects that resonate with my heritage and bring our stories to life.鈥
It鈥檚 a special chance to share the beauty and diversity of our country鈥檚 summer experiences with the world. I take this role very seriously and am dedicated to making the most of it.
Abdulaziz Al-Qahtani, Saudi actor
Transitioning to his role as the ambassador for the Saudi Summer Program, Al-Qahtani considers it an honor and responsibility.
鈥淚鈥檓 thrilled 鈥 it鈥檚 a special chance to share the beauty and diversity of our country鈥檚 summer experiences with the world. I take this role very seriously and am dedicated to making the most of it,鈥 he said.
As part of his duties, Al-Qahtani has been touring 抖阴短视频, exploring various summer destinations and participating in local events.
Al-Qahtani said: 鈥淓very place I visit has its own unique charm. Boulevard City in Riyadh is incredibly dynamic, while Jeddah Corniche offers a beautiful blend of sea and city. Abha, where I grew up, holds a special place in my heart, and I鈥檓 always excited to share its beauty with others.鈥
One of the standout moments of his tour was attending the King Cup final in Jeddah. 鈥淚t was a significant event, and representing the summer program there was a source of immense pride for me. It felt like a perfect blend of sports and cultural celebration.鈥
A particularly memorable experience for him was meeting 抖阴短视频鈥檚 Tourism Minister Ahmed Al-Khateeb in Asir. The meeting offered Al-Qahtani insights into the ongoing efforts to boost the Kingdom鈥檚 tourism sector.
鈥淢eeting the minister was an invaluable experience,鈥 he said. 鈥淚 learned a lot about the strategies and initiatives aimed at promoting tourism in 抖阴短视频. It was inspiring to see the commitment and vision behind these efforts.鈥
During the interaction, Al-Qahtani held a kite adorned with the program鈥檚 logo and Al-Khateeb drew a picture symbolizing summer on it. 鈥(It) was a special moment for me. It felt like a meaningful connection to the program and underscored the collaborative spirit of this initiative.鈥
Looking ahead, Al-Qahtani is enthusiastic about continuing his acting career while remaining committed to his ambassadorial role.
鈥淚鈥檓 excited to keep working as an actor and take on new challenges,鈥 he added. 鈥淚鈥檓 also dedicated to promoting 抖阴短视频鈥檚 cultural and artistic scene. Football is another passion of mine, and I hope to explore opportunities in that area as well.鈥
The four-month Saudi Summer Program runs until the end of September and includes Asir, Baha, Taif, Jeddah, Riyadh, the Red Sea and AlUla. There have been hundreds of events offered with more than 100 partners.
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