Najwa Nimri facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Najwa Nimri
Nimri in 2018
Born	Najwa Nimri Urrutikoetxea (1972-02-14) 14 February 1972 (age 53) Pamplona, Spain
Occupation	Actress, singer
Years active	1995–present
Musical career
Genres	Trip hop downtempo alternative rock
Instruments	Vocals

Najwa Nimri Urrutikoetxea (born 14 February 1972) is a famous Spanish actress and singer. She is known for playing powerful and interesting characters in movies and TV shows.

Many people know her for playing the villain Zulema Zahir in the TV series Locked Up. She also became famous worldwide for her role as Inspector Alicia Sierra in the popular show Money Heist. Besides acting, she is also a talented singer, both on her own and with her band, Najwajean.

Early Life and Family

Najwa Nimri was born in Pamplona, a city in the north of Spain. Her background is a mix of cultures. Her mother is from Pamplona, and her father, Karam Nimri, is from Jordan. Her first name, Najwa, means "passionate" or "ecstasy" in Arabic.

When she was a child, her family moved to the city of Bilbao. She grew up in a neighborhood called Santutxu. Today, she lives in Madrid, the capital of Spain.

Career as an Actress and Singer

Najwa started her career in both acting and music around the same time in the mid-1990s. She quickly became known for her unique style and talent.

Film and Television Roles

Her first big role in a movie was in Salto al vacío (1995). After that, she starred in many important Spanish films. Some of her most famous early movies include Abre los ojos (1997) and Lovers of the Arctic Circle (1998). Her acting in these films was highly praised.

After a break from acting, Najwa's fame grew even more with streaming television. Her roles as tough, smart villains in Locked Up and Money Heist made her an international star.

She has also worked on other exciting projects. In 2019, she provided the voice for the character Kate Laswell in the video game Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. More recently, she appeared in the horror series 30 Coins and the hospital drama Breathless.

Music Career

In 1996, Najwa teamed up with music producer Carlos Jean to form a band called Najwajean. Their music was a style called trip-hop, which was new in Spain at the time. Their first album, No Blood, was a big success.

Besides her work with Najwajean, Najwa has also released several solo albums. Her music often explores different sounds, from electronic to alternative rock. She is known for her powerful voice and creative songs.

Discography

Nimri performing at a concert in Barcelona in 2010.

Najwa has released many albums and songs, both with her band and as a solo artist.

With Najwajean

• No Blood (1998)
• Asfalto (2001) (soundtrack)
• Guerreros (2002) (soundtrack)
• Najwajean Selection (2002) (compilation album)
• Till It Breaks (2008)
• Bonzo (2015)

Solo Albums

• Carefully (2001)
• Mayday (2003)
• Walkabout (2006)
• Donde rugen los volcanes (2012)
• Rat Race (2014)
• Viene de Largo (2020)
• AMA (2021)

Selected Filmography

Najwa has acted in dozens of movies. Here are some of her most well-known roles.

Television Roles

Her television work has made her famous around the world.

Awards and Recognition

Najwa Nimri has won many awards for her acting. She has been nominated for Spain's most important film awards, the Goya Awards, several times. She has also won multiple Fotogramas de Plata awards for her work in both film and television. Her talent is recognized by critics and audiences alike.

See also

In Spanish: Najwa Nimri para niños