About Elham Shahin
Born 1960. Elham Shahin is an Egyptian actor.
Elham Shahin (, also spelled Ilham Shaheen, Ilham Shahin, Ilham Chahine, and Elham Shaheen) is an Egyptian actress.
She has appeared in many Egyptian films and television series and has won both Egyptian and international awards.
In 2021, she played a prostitute in the Jean-Paul Sartre play The Respectful Prostitute. Haaretz reported that this "caused political turmoil in Egypt".
Selected filmography
Film
Television
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Elham Shahin?
Egyptian actress
When was Elham Shahin born?
Elham Shahin was born on 3 January 1960 in Cairo.
What is Elham Shahin's occupation?
Elham Shahin is an actor.
What nationality is Elham Shahin?
Elham Shahin is Egyptian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Elham Shahin. https://biography.guide/elham-shahin/
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