Mahider Asefa and Asqual Teshome | Al Amoudi

Mahder Assefa is a prominent Ethiopian actress known for her dynamic presence in both film and television. Here's a factual overview of her life and career:

Early Life and Education

• Born: October 5, 1987, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, specifically around Shero Meda [1].
• Parents: Assefa Demelash and Rebeka Feyessa.
• She moved to the Kera district at age 5.
• Attended Atse Zeray Yacob Elementary School and Shemeles Habte Secondary School, graduating in 2011.
• Studied Secretarial Science at Admas University College in Addis Ababa.

Early Interests

• Mahder had a strong passion for dancing from a young age.
• She co-founded a dance group called "UNIQUE GIRLS", which performed with well-known Ethiopian musicians like Dawit Melesse and Tibebu Workiye.
• Her dancing career was cut short when her mother discovered it on TV, prompting her to focus on academics.

Career

• Initially worked at Bole International Airport in a duty-free shop.
• Entered the film industry with a role in Tasralech, despite having no prior acting experience.
• Gained widespread recognition for her role as Medhanit in the 2011 TV drama "Sew Le Sew", which significantly boosted her public profile [1].

Notable Works

Mahder has starred in numerous Ethiopian films and TV series, including:

• Seberta
• Yalteneka Amalayu
• Ye Bet Lij
• Shefu
• FBI 2
• Made in China
• Triangle trilogy
• Amran, 45 Ken, Linega Sil, Tsinu Kal, Body Guard, Hiwot ena Sak, Ayrak, and Anelakekem [1].

Recognition

• Awarded Best Actress of the Year in 2013.
• Featured in various media campaigns, including billboards, magazines, and TV commercials.

Personal Life

• Mahder is reported to be married to Saudi-Ethiopian businessman Sheikh Mohammed Hussein Al Amoudi, according to some media sources .

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