Biography

Maria Bahrawi is a 17-year-old Saudi actress, born and based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Maria's passion for acting ignited at the age of 15, prompting her to enroll in acting courses and workshops.

Her journey in the acting world began when she caught the attention of director Tawfik Al Zaidi,, who spent nearly a year searching for the ideal actress for his film 'Norah'. Maria met Tawfik in AlUla in 2022 and landed her debut role as Norah alongside renowned Saudi actors Abdullah Al-Zadhan and Yakoub Al-Farhan.

In 2023, 'Norah' captivated audiences at the Red Sea Film Festival, winning the title of Best Saudi Film and setting a new standard in Saudi cinema.

The groundbreaking achievement continued as 'Norah' secured a historic nomination at the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival in 2024, making cinematic history as the first Saudi feature film to participate in the festival's official selection..

Maria continues to showcase her talent and dedication to the art of acting, promising a bright future in the industry.
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