Elham Shahein - Actor Profile

Elham Shahein

Acting
50Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 3, 1960
Birth Place: Cairo, Egypt

About Elham Shahein

Elham Shaheen was born in Heliopolis, Elham graduated from the Institute of Performing Arts, acting division in 1982. Director Kamal Yassin launched her career by giving her a role in his made-for-TV-play "Hooreya men Al Marikh" (Mermaid from Mars). She starred in many TV shows including: "Akhu El Banat" (Brother of the Sisters), "Al El Bahr" (The Ocean Said), "Hatta la Yakhtaniq Al-hob"(So Love Doesn't Suffocate) "Nisf Rabia' Al Akhar" (The second half of Spring), "Layaly Al Helmeya" (Nights of Helmeya), and "Samhoony, Makansh Asdy" (I'm Sorry...I didn't mean to). She also won many awards for her film roles in "The Gentle" and "Ya Dunia Ya Gharamy" (Oh World, Oh my Love). Elham is known for her versatility in choosing different types of roles both in film and the small screen. In her personal life, Elham was married briefly to Egyptian producer Adel Hosny, then to a Lebanese business man.

Career Statistics & Market Influence

Analyzing the cinematic journey of Elham Shahein reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 50 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.

Genre Dominance: Drama

The majority of Elham Shahein's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.

The "Box Office" Signature

With a 24% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Elham Shahein remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Donia Abdul Gabbar, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.

Best Elham Shahein Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Elham Shahein's career based on audience ratings.

Complete Filmography & Success Status

Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Elham Shahein.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Restart herself - guest of honor - بنفسها - ضيف شرف Flop Similar →
2023 Mr. Ex منيرة Flop Similar →
2020 Curfew Faten Hit Similar →
2020 A Lifetime of Joy - Super Hit Similar →
2016 A Day for Women Shamiya Hit Similar →
2015 Regatta - Average Similar →
2009 One-Zero - Average Similar →
2005 Zero Fat Jamila Ayoub's Mother Flop Similar →
2003 A matter of principle Rokaya Flop Similar →
2003 Awad in a Mess - Flop Similar →
2002 Whaling Madeha Flop Similar →
2000 Madness of Life - Flop Similar →
2000 The Octopus - Flop Similar →
2000 The Pleasure Market - Hit Similar →
1998 Harmonica Nargs Average Similar →
1998 Dantela Maryam Tawfiq Abu Al-Atta Flop Similar →
1996 El Gentel - Average Similar →
1996 O Lovely Life - Hit Similar →
1996 Escape To The Top - Average Similar →
1995 The Assassination of Faten Tawfik فاتن توفيق Flop Similar →
1995 Cheap Flesh Tawheed Masalish Average Similar →
1994 The Good, the Bad, and the Pretty أحلام Flop Similar →
1994 Leylat Al-Qatl Faiza Flop Similar →
1993 Men without price - Flop Similar →
1993 Al lo'ba Al Qazera - Flop Similar →
1992 Donia Abdul Gabbar - Super Hit Similar →
1990 El-Mulk Lellah - Flop Similar →
1989 El Zalem Wel Mazloom بدور Super Hit Similar →
1988 love school ليلي Flop Similar →
1988 الهانم بالنيابة عن مين فريدة Flop Similar →
1988 Story Of Half a Million Dollar - Flop Similar →
1987 Banat Haretna Lawahiz Flop Similar →
1987 Atshanh - Flop Similar →
1987 Meeting on the honeymoon Mona / Nahla Flop Similar →
1986 Ebnaty Wal-Ze'ab Suha Hassan Average Similar →
1986 Raghba wa hiqd wa intiqam - Flop Similar →
1986 Al-Sakakeni - Flop Similar →
1986 The Innocent Nawara Super Hit Similar →
1985 Mr. Qeshta جملات Average Similar →
1985 Ramadan On The Volcano علية Average Similar →
1985 Genius Five - Flop Similar →
1984 Don't Ask Me Who I Am Layla Hit Similar →
1984 The Nobody Warda Hit Similar →
1983 العريس وأنا - Flop Similar →
1982 The Shame ليلى Super Hit Similar →
1982 شوقي بيه عريس - Flop Similar →
1981 Mothers in Exile Nadia Hit Similar →
1980 An Investigation - Flop Similar →
1978 A Man Named Abbas - Flop Similar →
N/A بستان الوهم - Flop Similar →

Elham Shahein - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Elham Shahein?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Elham Shahein is "Donia Abdul Gabbar" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Elham Shahein acted in?

Elham Shahein has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Elham Shahein?

Other notable films include "A Lifetime of Joy", "El Zalem Wel Mazloom", and "The Shame".