Najwa Nimri Urrutikoetxea is a Spanish actress and singer of Jordanian-Spanish descent, known for her versatility and intense performances. She made her film debut with prominent directors such as Alejandro Amenábar in *Open Your Eyes* (1997) and consolidated her fame through collaborations with Julio Medem in cult films like *Lovers of the Arctic Circle* (1998) and *Sex and Lucía* (2001). Her international popularity surged with her television roles as Zulema Zahir in the series *Locked Up* and Inspector Alicia Sierra in *Money Heist*, characters that highlighted her ability to embody complex and charismatic figures. Parallel to her acting, she has developed a prolific music career, first with the group Najwajean and later as a solo artist, releasing numerous albums in the trip-hop and electronic genres. Throughout her career, she has received several nominations for the Goya Awards, the most important Spanish film award, and has won awards such as the Ondas and Feroz Awards for her performances.