Yousra
Biography
Yousra is an Egyptian actress and singer. She has been active in the entertainment industry for over 30 years. Yousra is known as a glamorous icon for the Middle East and has an influential voice in the region. She is the sister-in-law of actor Hesham Selim, whose father is a famous Egyptian football player and actor. Yousra has a significant presence on social media, with millions of followers on Instagram. She also has an official YouTube channel where she shares content with her audience. As a multi-faceted celebrity, Yousra has appeared in various films and television shows throughout her career.
Career overview
Yousra is an Egyptian actress. She has been active in the entertainment industry for over 30 years. Her career spans multiple mediums, including film and television.
As an actress, Yousra has appeared in various projects. Her filmography is extensive, with numerous titles listed on The Movie Database and IMDb. She is considered a glamorous icon for the Middle East and an influential voice in the region. Yousra's acting career has been marked by her versatility and range.
Yousra's work has been recognized through her presence on various social media platforms, including Instagram and YouTube. Her official YouTube channel features a collection of her content, showcasing her artistic talents. With a significant following across different platforms, Yousra remains a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
126 titles- Prestige (2025) as Herself
- Darweesh (2025) as الراوية - كاريمان مسنة
- Rose & Layla (2024)
- Beit El-Saad (2024)
- Shekko (2024) as درية السيد أحمد (الدكتورة)
- The Eid Night (2024) as عزيزة
- Full House (2023)
- Welcome Back (2023)
- Memories of Hani Shenouda (2023)
- Finding Ola (2022)
- Sweet Dreams (2022)
- Civil War (2021)
- Broken Promises (2020) as Ahed
- Omar Sharif: Citizen of the World (2020) as Self - Actress
- The Enshrined Saint (2020)
- A Lifetime of Joy (2020) as بنفسها - لقطات أرشيفية
- Sons of Rizk 2: Return of the Lions of the Land (2019) as Herself
- We Have Further Comments (2018)
- Sultan Zamaneh (2018)
- The Crew (2018) as Self
- Hidden Worlds (2018)
- A Score to Settle (2017) as نعيمة
- Saturday Night Live Arabia (2016)
- Above Suspicion (2016)
- Saraya Abdeen (2014) as خوشيار هانم
- Whose empire (2014)
- We'd Be Lying to Say We Didn't Love (2013)
- Femme (2013) as Self
- Sharbat Louz (2012) as Sharbat
- Game Over (2012) as لقاء
- 18 Days (2011) as Ghada
- Very Private (2009)
- Bobbos (2009) as مهجة
- In Amina's Hands (2008)
- A Public Opinion Case (2007)
- The Yacoubian Building (2006) as Christine
- Let's Dance (2006) as Salwa
- The Blood of the Innocent (2005) as Nadia Safwan
- Alexandria... New York (2004) as Ginger
- Talking About Love (2004) as Nahed
- My Soul Malak (2003)
- Where Is My Heart (2002)
- His Excellency the Minister (2002) as Zohra Fouad
- The Storm (2001) as Hoda
- The Red Rose (2000)
- Tales of The Kama Sutra: The Perfumed Garden (2000) as 2nd Girl in the Chair
- A Cultural Film (2000) as شخصيتها الحقيقية
- The City (1999) as Yousra
- Hassan and Aziza : National Security Case (1999) as Aziza
- Night Chat (1999)
- A Message to the Governor (1998) as إيناس
- Dantela (1998) as Sahar El-Layaly
- Hayat El-Gohari (1997)
- The Mushroom (1997) as Azza Al Mansouri
- An Affair (1996) as Nada
- Birds of Darkness (1995) as سميرة
- Strawberry War (1994)
- The Emigrant (1994) as Sumed
- Laughter, Joy, Work and Love (1993) as Aisha
- Laughter, Joy, Work and Love (1993) Producer
- Mercedes (1993) as Warda / Afifa
- The Forgotten (1993) as Ghada
- Terrorism and Kebab (1992) as Hind
- Dilapidated Woman (1992) as Ahlam Abbas Ali
- The Ruthless (1992) as فاطمة
- The Shepherd and the Women (1991) as عزة
- Lady of Cairo (1990)
- One Woman Is Not Enough (1990) as Amira Zulfiqar
- The Devil's Island (1990) as Fatima
- Alexandria Again and Forever (1989) as Nadia
- Nightmare (1989) as Mervat
- Days Of Anger (1989)
- The Fair (1989) as أمارة
- Raafat Al Haggan (1988) as Helen Samhoun
- Sarkhat Nadam (1988)
- A Woman, Unfortunately (1988)
- We Share Your Joy (1988)
- The Path of Remorse (1987)
- The Talisman (1987) as Rawya
- Lack of Evidence (1987) as Farida
- Allaeiba (1987) as soso
- Ossfour Laho Anyab (1987)
- The Garden of Blood (1987)
- Before the farewell (1986)
- The Beginning (1986) as Amal
- Karakon On The Street (1986) as Suad
- House of the Poisoned Family (1986) as Hoda هدى
- The Hunger (1986) as ملك السمري
- The Secret Session (1986)
- Sign of Disgrace (1986)
- Mawad maa al-qadar (1986)
- Very Confidential (1986)
- The Vagabonds (1985)
- Humans and Jinn (1985) as Fatma
- Don't Ask Me Who I Am (1984) as Zeinab
- Mr. Hassan's Apartment (1984) as Nawal Abdel Aziz
- Alley of Love (1983) as Awham
- The Lawyer (1983) as عطية عبدالجواد
- Tower of Tanneries (1983) as Nadia
- Thy Lord Is Ever Watchful (1983)
- Aietida' (1982) as سلوى
- An Egyptian Story (1982) as Amal
- Luck oh World (1982) as سنابل
- At the Minister's Door (1982) as Noura
- Revenge (1982) as Nada
- We Only Live Once (1981) as أمل
- Blood on Pink Dress (1981) as مشيرة
- A Warm Winter Night (1981) as سارة
- Bayada (1981) as بياضه
- Hakamt El-Mahkama (1981)
- Smart but Stupid (1980) as نجوى
- Circle of doubt (1980) as وفاء
- Under 20 Lovers (1979) as Sawsan
- El-Ganna Taht Qadmeha (1979)
- Juha and the Daughters of Shahbandar (1978) as Tamar Hena
- Young men dancing over the fire (1978) as Moshira
- The Iland's Devil (1978) as Layla
- One Smile Is Enough (1978) as Amira
- A Castle in the Air (1978) as Sahar
- Thousand Kisses and kiss (1977) as مايسة
- Fattah Tabhas Aaan El Hob (1977)
- Thousands Kisses (1977) as Maysa
- Shams' Heart
- Ambassadress
- The Woman When
- Faten Daughters
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Yousra best known for?
Yousra is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Full House (2023), The Five-Year Engagement (2012), Pusuan or Laruan? (2024), The City (1999).
When and where was Yousra born?
Yousra was born on March 10, 1955 in Cairo, Egypt.
How many credits does Yousra have?
Yousra has accumulated over 126 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1977 to 2025.
What is Yousra's background in cinema and television?
Yousra is an Egyptian actress and singer. She has been active in the entertainment industry for over 30 years. Yousra is known as a glamorous icon for the Middle East and has an influential voice in the region. She is the sister-in-law of actor Hesham Selim, whose father is a famous Egyptian football player and actor. ...
Yousra by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Full House (2023) — aged about 68
- Raafat Al Haggan (1988) as Helen Samhoun — aged about 33
- The City (1999) as Yousra — aged about 44
- The Shepherd and the Women (1991) as عزة — aged about 36
- Alley of Love (1983) as Awham — aged about 28
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