When Mohamed ‘Boogi’ Masoud sat down for a raw and honest interview with popular vlogger Karim El Sayed, he wasn’t just sharing his story—he was exposing a reality that thousands of families know but rarely talk about.
His confession about selling his kidney to buy drugs has sparked serious conversations, but his journey to recovery? That’s the part we all need to hear.
However, his revelations have also attracted legal attention: a lawyer has filed a complaint against Boogi, demanding an urgent investigation to identify all involved and uncover any organ trafficking network he mentioned.
How Addiction Took Hold
At 16, someone offers you a joint at what seems like a cool job opportunity, and before you know it, your entire life spirals out of control.
That’s exactly what happened to Boogi, whose real name is Mohamed Masoud.
What started as teenage experimentation turned into a 15-year nightmare that saw him living on the streets, barefoot and desperate.
But here’s the part that left listeners in shock; Boogi revealed he literally sold one of his kidneys for 100,000 EGP to feed his addiction.
How It All Started (And How Fast It Escalated)
Boogi’s story begins like too many others in Egypt. At 16, he got what seemed like a dream job at an event planning company through a friend.
That same friend introduced him to drugs, and what happened next is a cautionary tale every parent needs to hear.
“I got influenced even more by seeing many people in the street with knives and weapons, always fighting and discriminating against people, all with drugs,” Boogi shared in the interview.
The addiction didn’t happen overnight, but when it hit, it hit hard. Boogi started stealing drugs from his workplace, got fired, and found himself homeless.
He was sleeping rough, wearing torn clothes, and was completely dependent on substances that were destroying his body and mind.
The worst part? He’d wake up in random places with no memory of how he got there, sometimes discovering he’d hurt people during blackouts. The guilt was crushing, but the addiction was stronger.
The Kidney Sale That Shocked Egypt
Here’s where the story takes a turn that sounds like fiction but is painfully real. When Boogi’s fiancée suggested selling a kidney to raise money for their wedding, he saw an opportunity – not for their future, but for his next fix.
The 40-day process was designed to break him down mentally. According to Boogi, they paid him money for each test and checkup he attended, keeping him hooked on these smaller payouts while he waited for the final 100,000 EGP.
During the surgery, they also removed a rib, something he claims he wasn’t told about beforehand, to access the kidney.
When he woke up from surgery, his first thought wasn’t about the pain or his health. It was about how much money drugs could buy.
The people around him knew this and took advantage, giving him strong painkillers that fed his addiction even more.
Boogi lied to his family, telling them the surgical scars were from a fight in Alexandria. But his mother wasn’t fooled. She eventually discovered the truth when she saw the extent of his surgical wounds.
The Breaking Point
For Boogi, that breaking point came when his brother died from an overdose right in front of him on the street. Seeing his brother’s lifeless body was the wake-up call that 15 years of destruction couldn’t provide.
His own body was also giving out.
After years of abuse, he couldn’t handle drugs anymore. His system was rejecting them, causing severe pain and health complications. When doctors at Demerdash Hospital saw his case, they were shocked. They’d never seen someone survive what Boogi had put his body through.
The Road to Recovery
Today, Boogi is clean. He hits the gym, surrounds himself with positive people, and has cut out all the toxic influences from his life.
But more importantly, he’s using his experience to help others battling addiction.
The guilt hasn’t gone away. Boogi admits he constantly asks his family and God for forgiveness.
But instead of letting that guilt destroy him, he’s channeling it into something meaningful: showing other addicts that recovery is possible.
His story also exposes the harsh reality of addiction in Egypt, a problem that affects families across all social and economic lines.
Even when someone hits rock bottom, there’s still hope, but it highlights how desperately we need better treatment and support systems.
Beyond Recovery, Justice Needs to Take Place
Boogi’s statements have sparked widespread calls for investigation. Many are demanding that authorities look into the people he named for pushing him into addiction and involvement in illegal activities.
The legal implications are already unfolding. A lawyer has filed a complaint against Boogi, accusing him of selling his kidney and demanding an urgent investigation to identify all involved and uncover any organ trafficking network he mentioned. Authorities are now reviewing the case to decide on appropriate legal steps.
The story isn’t just about personal recovery, but also about accountability for those who profit from others’ suffering.
Addiction isn’t a moral failing – it’s a health crisis that requires medical intervention, family support, and social understanding.
Boogi’s willingness to share his story publicly is helping to break down the stigma, while his calls for justice remind us that what is needed is support, not judgment.
If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, remember that help is available. Stories like Boogi’s prove that it’s never too late to start over.
