Loubna Abidar is a Moroccan actress born on September 20, 1985, in Marrakech, Morocco. Information regarding her early life and upbringing is limited, but she is recognized for her contributions to Moroccan cinema.
Abidar is primarily known for her work in film. Her career gained significant attention for her portrayal of Noha, a prostitute in Nabil Ayouch’s controversial film, Much Loved (2015). This role brought her both critical acclaim and significant controversy in Morocco.
Her filmography includes:
Abidar won the Best Actress award at the 2015 Angoulême French Film Festival for her performance in Much Loved. Despite the critical success, the film and her performance received considerable backlash in Morocco, leading to threats and her eventual move to France.
The controversy surrounding Much Loved led to significant personal challenges for Abidar. Following the film’s release, she faced harassment and physical assault in Morocco due to the film’s subject matter and her portrayal of a prostitute. She eventually sought refuge in France due to safety concerns.