Omar Farooq AlAwadhi: Bahrain’s Visionary Storyteller Redefining Digital Media in the Arab World
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Omar Farooq AlAwadhi, born on July 5, 1994, in the Kingdom of Bahrain, is a pioneering creative director, filmmaker, and digital content creator known across the Arab world for his inspiring and impactful storytelling. With a background in media—radio and TV—he began working in production at an early age and gradually carved a unique path in the digital landscape. His passion for experimental storytelling is most notably reflected in his popular YouTube series “Omar Yejarib” (meaning "Omar Tries"), which documents his cultural, social, and humanitarian explorations.
Since launching his YouTube channel in 2011, Omar has amassed over 6.7 million subscribers and 1.2 billion total views, producing content that blends entertainment with powerful social messages. His series often highlights real-life experiences, such as serving pilgrims in Mecca or supporting communities affected by humanitarian crises, earning him recognition as one of the region's most influential digital voices.
In 2023, Omar was named to Forbes Middle East’s “30 Under 30” list in the Entertainment category, in recognition of his creative influence and cross-cultural storytelling. In addition to content creation, Omar is the founder of I Breathe Creative Productions (also known as Atnafas Creative Production), a media company that collaborates with global brands including Amazon, Talabat, Huawei, stc, UNHCR, and Toyota.
Beyond YouTube, Omar has a strong presence on other platforms with 4.1 million Instagram followers and a steadily growing audience on Facebook. His creative influence continues to expand, with estimated monthly earnings from his online content ranging between $60K to $86K.
Married to artist Amal Albalooshi since September 2020, Omar continues to lead in both creative production and digital storytelling, representing the voice of a new generation of Arab content creators.
Omar Farooq stands out not only as a digital entertainer but as a visionary storyteller whose work bridges cultures and communities. Through innovation, empathy, and creativity, he continues to inspire millions and redefine the power of purposeful media in the Arab world.
