Khaberni - Saudi artist Lama Al-Kinani surprised her audience by announcing her final retirement from acting, ending a short but successful artistic journey.
Lama Al-Kinani revealed her decision on her official Snapchat account, where she posted a farewell message confirming that she decided to end her artistic career and stop acting completely.
She explained that the decision came after long thinking and personal conviction, noting that she realizes some might be surprised or disagree with this step, but she chose to follow the path she sees fit for her life and future.
The Saudi artist confirmed that her retirement was not due to pressures or circumstances beyond her control, but came after reevaluating her priorities over the past period, both personally and professionally.
She pointed out that fame and success alone are not enough reasons to continue in the art field, affirming that she preferred to make the decision when she felt it was the right time for her.
Lama Al-Kinani made sure to send a message of thanks to everyone who supported her during her artistic journey, expressing her gratitude to the audience who followed her work and supported her since her first appearance.
She confirmed that with this decision, she is closing an important chapter of her life, in preparation to embark on a new phase away from the limelight and acting.
Before entering the drama world, Lama Al-Kinani was known for her activity on social media platforms, where she achieved notable presence as a content creator, alongside her work in the fashion and fashion shows field.
The series «Tirad» marked her first artistic debut, where she played a small role that caught attention and opened doors for her participation in other drama works.
The biggest breakthrough in Lama Al-Kinani's career came through her participation in the series «Asha Street», where she portrayed the character «Aziza» which achieved wide interaction with the audience.
The character managed to maintain a strong presence throughout the show, especially in the second season which was broadcast during Ramadan 2026, featuring complex dramatic developments and psychological conflicts that showcased different aspects of her acting abilities.
With her retirement announcement, fans of «Asha Street» are wondering about the fate of the character «Aziza» in upcoming seasons, whether the production company will choose to remove the character or hire another actress to continue it.
Despite the controversy sparked by the decision, many followers believe that Lama Al-Kinani managed to leave a clear mark in Gulf drama in a short period before choosing to end the experience and step away from the art scene at the height of her presence.
