Best Actress.
The 2025 Edition
NOMINEES
MAYSSA SASSI
STONE.
KOMAL MUNSHI
GAIA.
SONALLI SHARMISSTHA
SWAHA: IN THE NAME OF FIRE.
MARYAM ZEMAN
ROSE WATER.
SOUHILA MALLEM
THE YELLOW PLANE.
150M+ global views.
500 Academy members.
3000+ festival selections for participating films.
Doha International Film Awards celebrates cinematic excellence and the power of storytelling.
The Awards honor exceptional achievements in filmmaking, recognizing the artists, visionaries, and innovators whose work defines the future of cinema.
Through a diverse range of categories, Doha International Film Awards shine a spotlight on stories that captivate, inspire, and connect audiences around the world.
Each year, the Awards serve as the pinnacle of recognition for cinematic artistry — celebrating bold storytelling and fostering a deeper appreciation of film as a universal language.