Mena Massoud on Playing Daniel, the Pressure of Biblical Films & Faith Under Fire
From Aladdin to Daniel, Mena Massoud is stepping into a very different kind of iconic role. He shares why bringing the young biblical hero to life carried such responsibility and what Daniel’s courage can teach a new generation about...
Updated Sep 30, 2026
Aladdin star Mena Massoud joins GodTube Music's Brandon Woolum on the red carpet at the world premiere of Daniel and the Fiery Furnace!
Mena shares why he wanted to portray the young Daniel and help produce the film, how the role compares to playing Aladdin, and the responsibility of bringing a beloved biblical story to life. He also explains why Daniel's early years offer an important message for young audiences and what “faith under fire” means to him personally.
Daniel and the Fiery Furnace opens in theaters September 18, 2026.
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Originally published September 30, 2026.
