Muhammad Abed Baryal

Director and Producer

Kabul, Afghanistan

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About Muhammad

Muhammad Abed Baryal (born October 1, 2000) is an Afghan filmmaker, editor, and actor from Wazir Akbar Khan, Kabul. He began his creative journey at the age of ten, acting in a film directed by his father, Bahram Baryal. Since 2017, he has collaborated with his father in cinematography and editing, and has directed several short films, including The Book Seller’s Daughter (2021) and Behind the Door (2022), which was selected by the Lift-Off Sessions 2025.

Muhammad Abed Baryal has edited multiple artistic and documentary films, such as Natijeh (2018), Goncheha Par Par Mishavad (2019), and Farar az Watan (2022). He won the Did-Naw Festival Award in 2022 and has worked with notable Afghan filmmakers like Salim Shaheen.

Despite not attending film school, Muhammad Abed Baryal has developed his craft through hands-on experience, learning from his father and drawing inspiration from masters like Hitchcock, Kubrick, Fincher, Spielberg, and Abbas Kiarostami.

Gender:
Male

Height:
1' 75"

Body type:
Average

Hair color:
Black

Eyes:
Brown

Ethnicity:
Asian

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Behind The Door Budget: $0 - $100K | Drama ⋄ Comedy When Majedi Lala and his son set out to find wives, they encounter Mama Shirin’s four eccentric daughters—each with a strange charm of her own. But choosing the right match becomes a hilarious challenge neither father nor son expected.
The Book Seller’s Daughter Budget: $0 - $100K | Romance When the titles of books become the hidden codes of love

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The Book Seller’s Daughter (2021 - 2025)
Film (short) by Muhammad Abed Baryal Lead Actor (Azatullah Karimi) In an old library, two people engage in a cryptic conversation. But this is no ordinary discussion about books—they use book titles as coded messages to secretly communicate, ensuring that even a third person or an unaware observer remains oblivious. Each book title they mention holds a deeper meaning, a hidden rule that must be followed. As their conversation unfolds, the tension builds. Will anyone uncover the truth? Note: This film is in Persian (Farsi) with English subtitles to ensure accessibility for international audiences. The subtitles have been carefully crafted to maintain the film's original tone and meaning.
Behind The Door (2022 - 2025)
Film (short) by Muhammad Abed Baryal Abdul Ahmad Khaksar Majedi Lala, a man worried about both his and his son's bachelorhood, sets out to find suitable wives for them. Along with his family, he visits Mama Shirin’s house, a man with four daughters—each with unique and peculiar traits. Now, they face the challenge of choosing the right bride. Who will they pick?
Untitled Muhammad Abed Baryal film (Whitney Wright)
Documentary by Muhammad Abed Baryal Whitney Wright Project Description: I have a deep interest in creating a film based on the life and travels of Whitney Wright, a pornographic actress who has traveled to countries like Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, and Iraq. I have reached out to her for the role, and while she appreciated my interest, she kindly declined, stating that she doesn’t see a connection between her career in adult films and the topics of her travels. Despite this, I am still passionate about bringing this unique narrative to life. I believe her story, intertwined with her travels in some of the most complex regions of the world, can provide a compelling and thought-provoking film. While this particular collaboration did not come to fruition, I remain committed to pursuing this project and believe that it holds significant artistic potential.