Is money earned from acting unlawful (haram)? And must one dispose of projects established through it, especially since these artistic works contained benefit for people and the clothing was semi-modest, and with the presence of visions that portend a return to acting?
A woman's acting in front of men is forbidden due to the Shariah violations that result from it, such as the exposure of hair and adornment, intermingling, music, touching, and emotional scenes. This contradicts modesty and faith. Money earned from forbidden acting is also forbidden money. If a person repents and spends the money, there is no blame on them. As for what remains in their possession, they should dispose of it by giving it to the poor and needy or for public welfare. It is permissible to take from it what is needed by someone who is in need. Rulings are not derived from dreams. The woman should turn to Allah and invest her time in obedience, memorizing the Quran, seeking beneficial knowledge, and abandon any work that involves intermingling with men, adhering to modesty and chastity.
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