Khalid Al-Obaid
Actor
Khaled Al Obaid (born January 19, 1938) is a veteran Kuwaiti actor known for his impactful roles in theater, television, and cinema. He began his artistic career in 1963 on the stage and quickly became one of the most recognizable figures in Kuwaiti drama.
He studied at Omar Ibn Al-Khattab School and worked at the Ministry of Electricity and Water, initially as a supervisor at water stations and later as an accountant. His early professional life in public service preceded a decades-long acting career defined by strong performances and versatility.
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Al Obaid is particularly known for portraying complex and often antagonistic characters, bringing emotional depth and authenticity to each role. He gained wide acclaim for his work in notable television series such as Al-Samt (The Silence, 1980) and Al-Shareeb Bezza (2002), as well as several stage plays and Kuwaiti films.
Beyond his professional achievements, he is a family man with six sons and three daughters. His legacy as a pioneer in Kuwaiti performing arts continues to influence generations of actors and audiences across the region.
Known for
The Sword Of The Arabs
February 16, 1992
هالو كايرو
March 3, 1994
Party on the Impalement
December 11, 1979
Enlisted Obaid
November 4, 1992
1 2 3 4 بم
January 1, 1973
The Clock Turned
July 20, 1984
Demons of the Friday night
December 15, 1973
Ali Janah Al-Tabrizi and his follower Qaffa
May 18, 1975
The protector and the thief
October 24, 1988
Oh God Oh Life
February 10, 1976
Khamsa Wa Khmisa
December 1, 1993
Canidae
January 1, 1976
Acting29
- 1995عيد ميلاد سامبا لاين كنج as سكار
- 1994هالو كايرو as بو عبيد
- 1993Khamsa Wa Khmisa
- 1992Enlisted Obaid
- 1992الوحش بو راسين as الحاكم فقران
- 1992The Sword Of The Arabs as أبو عبدالله / وزير عراقي
- 1988The protector and the thief
- 1984The Clock Turned as الراوي
- 1984وخر لا يعاديك as د. عيسى
- 1982رحلة الى المجهول
- 1980