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The Cairo International Film Festival's 47th edition has bestowed the Golden Pyramid Award for lifetime achievement on actor Farouk Falous, recognizing over six decades of performances across Egyptian film, theater, and television. The honor reflects his sustained contribution to Arab cinema's technical and dramatic depth.
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