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Leïla Bekhti is a French actress known primarily for her roles in “Tout ce qui brille” (2010) and “The Source” (2011). She has received critical acclaim, winning the César Award for Most Promising Actress and being nominated for the César Award for Best Actress.

Bekhti’s career began with her debut in “Sheitan” (2006). She gained recognition for her performance in “Tout ce qui brille,” where she played the lead role of Lila, earning the César Award for Most Promising Actress. Her portrayal of Leïla in “The Source” garnered a nomination for the César Award for Best Actress. Bekhti has also starred in “Paris, je t’aime” (2006), “A Prophet” (2009), and “The Night Eats the World” (2018). She appeared in television series such as “Le Grand Bain” and “Les Témoins.” Bekhti voiced characters in animated films, including the French version of “Zootopia” (2016).

Bekhti’s career features collaborations with notable actors. She worked with Géraldine Nakache in “Tout ce qui brille” and “Nous York” (2012). In “A Prophet,” she appeared with Tahar Rahim. Her collaboration with Hafsia Herzi in “The Source” highlighted complex female relationships. Bekhti worked with Roschdy Zem in “Mains armées” (2012) and Catherine Deneuve in “The Midwife” (2017). Her role alongside Omar Sy in “Chocolat” (2016) demonstrated her dynamic range. She collaborated with Romain Duris in “The Dandelions” (2012) and Bérénice Bejo in “After Love” (2016).