
Ahmed initially gained a lot of notice for his compelling performance as Omar in Chris Morris’s satirical film about terrorism, “Four Lions.” This groundbreaking role demonstrated his unique ability to combine intensity with a sensitive humanity, a trait that has become characteristic of much of his subsequent work. He continued to captivate audiences in independent films like “Ill Manors” and big-budget productions such as “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story,” demonstrating his versatility by delivering powerful performances across various genres and production sizes.