Tara Emad to debut in The Mummy: Book of the Dead

Egyptian actress Tara Emad has been confirmed for a leading role in Universal Pictures’ next installment of the Mummy series, adding fresh talent to the franchise’s cast. Emad’s background includes work in Egyptian film and television, with titles such as Diamond Dust and the Arabic adaptation of Suits, as well as a supernatural role in The Blue Elephant 2. She has also built a modelling career with major international brands.

Tara Emad Joins the Franchise

The film, titled The Mummy: Book of the Dead, is scheduled to open in cinemas on 15 October 2027. Directors Matt Bettinelli‑Olpin and Tyler Gillett, known for Scream and Ready or Not, will helm the project, while writer David Coggeshall will provide the screenplay. Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz return as Rick and Evelyn O’Connell, and the supporting cast includes John Hannah, Oded Fehr and Kevin J. O’Connor, who reprise their roles from the original films.

Filming is underway in Morocco, where a crew reportedly shot scenes this week. Actor Michael Johnston has discussed the production, noting that the team is “filming with the camels,” a playful nod to the film’s desert settings.

Emad’s casting is seen as a milestone for Middle‑Eastern talent in Hollywood, according to the coverage that highlights her growing influence in international cinema. She has also built a modelling career, working with major international brands.