Pakistan, June 22 -- American actor Giancarlo Esposito, known for his role as Gus Fring in Breaking Bad, has reportedly embraced Islam while filming in Saudi Arabia, according to local media reports.

Saudi Gazette reported that Turki Al-Sheikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, said the actor recited the Shahada, the Islamic declaration of faith, during a filming break and later joined members of a production crew in prayer at a mosque.

According to Al-Sheikh, the decision followed positive interactions with Muslim communities and hospitality experienced during the production of the upcoming project Seven Dogs.

The report also said a video circulating on social media showed Esposito praying alongside members of the crew ...