Esmael Hassen

Acting

Esmael Hassen, professionally known as Esam Habesha, is an Ethiopian actor, director, scriptwriter, and producer who has made a significant impact on the Amharic film industry. He rose to prominence through his multi-hyphenate involvement in mainstream Ethiopian cinema, frequently serving as the lead actor, writer, and director for his projects. His notable feature films and dramas include Aredibo (አርዲቦ), Miteke (ምትኬ), and Ejen Beje (ፀፀት). In late 2019, Hassen transitioned away from traditional commercial filmmaking to focus on digital media production, historical documentation, and cultural content creation.