Egyptian actress Rania Youssef charged with public obscenity, faces up to 5 years in jail for wearing a see-through dress at film festival
Egyptian actress Rania Youssef has been charged with public obscenity by a group of lawyers for her appearance on the red carpet at a film festival in Cairo. Youssef, who was attending the closing ceremony on Thursday, November 29, looked stunning in a see-through black dress with a sequined crisscross pattern that was worn over a black leotard. The look showcased the actress’ legs, but it looks like it may also land her in prison.
Her trial is set on January 12, and if she is convicted, the 44-year-old could face up to five years in prison, reports the Daily Mail. Considering the conservative nature of the Muslim country, Youssef’s conviction is a very real possibility. Although the newly found glimpses of secularism may work in her favor, despite the many complaints accusing her of “inciting immorality and promoting vice.”