Some men wave a red flag or two. Others are the red flag. And in El Amira – Zel Heita, Nicolas Mouawad isn’t just throwing up warning signs—he’s the full-on hazard zone.

If you haven’t been watching, we get it—the series is airing on just one channel, so not everyone is tuned in. But trust us, Mouawad’s performance as Osama is so toxic, it’s worth making the effort.

Here are five major red flags that should have anyone running for the hills—just like Zainab (Yasmine Sabri) should be doing.

1. The “Too Perfect” Illusion

Every woman wants the perfect man. But if he seems too perfect? That’s your cue to run. Osama is charming, romantic, and seems to have no flaws—except for the fact that guys like this are usually hiding something much darker. If it feels too good to be true, it probably is.

2. No Family, No Past, No Receipts

A man with no family, no backstory, and no way to fact-check anything about his life? Huge red flag. In the show, Osama claims to have no relatives and no real past, and no one can dig up a single thing about him. Mysterious? Maybe. Suspicious? Absolutely.

3. He Knows Everything About You, But You Know Nothing About Him

You ever meet a guy who seems to know way too much about you, even things you never told him? Yeah, that’s Osama. He somehow finds Zainab no matter where she is, knows details he shouldn’t, and has a creepy level of access to her life. If that’s not a walking red flag, what is?

4. He Grants Your Every Wish—But at What Cost?

We all love a man who listens, but if he’s fulfilling every single one of your wishes without question, that’s not romance—it’s control. Osama makes sure Zainab gets everything she wants, no matter what, making it clear that he’s not just giving—he’s owning.

5. Endless, Over-the-Top Gifts

Look, gifts are great, but when someone is showering you with extravagant presents constantly, it’s either guilt, manipulation, or both. In El Amira – Zel Heita, Osama keeps giving Zainab gifts in a way that feels more like a power move than genuine affection. Classic “buying your silence” behavior.

The Ultimate Manipulator

Nicolas Mouawad’s character isn’t just throwing out red flags—he’s gaslighting Zainab at every turn, making her question her reality and doubt her own sanity. It’s messy, it’s intense, and honestly? It’s addictive to watch.

The series El Amira – Zel Heita is a 15-episode drama starring Yasmine Sabri, Nicolas Mouawad, Hala Fakher, Wafaa Amer, Nidal El Shafei, Abed Anani, and Hend Abdel Halim. Written by Mohamed Sayed Bashir and directed by Sherine Adel, it’s a psychological ride you don’t want to miss.

Catch it exclusively on Abu Dhabi TV at 9 PM Cairo time, 11 PM UAE time. Because sometimes, watching toxic from a safe distance is the best kind of drama.