Israeli Actress Praises Actor Ala Daka Amid Controversy Over Iran Strikes Comments

Israeli actor Ala Daka, who recently criticized Israeli military strikes in Tehran during Operation "Roaring Lion," is currently starring in an Israeli film alongside actress Lihi Kornowski. Daka's Facebook post questioned the celebration of attacks on Tehran, calling the joy over destruction "emptiness" and criticizing unquestioning support for the supreme leader. His remarks sparked sharp backlash from right-wing figures, comedians, and organizations like B'Tselem, which demanded his suspension from the public broadcaster Kan. Actor Yadin Gelman also condemned Daka's stance, defending the military actions as necessary.

Despite the controversy, Daka stars in the film "Many Waters" with Kornowski, who publicly praised him as a rare, kind, and talented individual. She described working alongside him as a great gift and highlighted his unique acting and singing abilities. "Many Waters" tells the story of a young woman who becomes disabled after a sea accident and forms a bond with a male caregiver from the West Bank town of Anata, facing societal pressures to separate them.

The film explores themes of connection and division across social and geographic boundaries, while Daka's recent comments continue to provoke debate about freedom of expression and political views within Israel's cultural scene.