Yussra El Abdouni is a Swedish actor known for her emotionally grounded performances, her versatility, and strong on-screen presence. She is equally at home in drama and comedy, seamlessly shifting between emotionally intense roles and lighter, humorous characters.

El Abdouni is an ambitious and passionate performer with a deep commitment to the craft. From the age of ten, she knew this was the path she wanted to devote her life to. She has a particular love for drama and for raw, emotionally heavy scenes, both portraying them herself and watching others bring them to life.

In 2020 she took on the role of Lisha in the critically acclaimed drama Kalifat. Her portrayal of Lisha, a teenager caught between family, faith, and a tightening web of extremism, was praised for its nuance and authenticity, marking her as one of the breakout talents of the series.

She then landed the main role of Angelina in the comedy slasher series Ingen ängel in 2023, which was nominated for Best Youth Drama at the Kristallen Awards.

Her other works include the popular TV series Flykten till Östermalm (2023-2025), Berts dagbok (2020) and the upcoming Håkan Bråkan 003.

Furthermore, El Abdouni has several years of experience in team gymnastics and has trained in Muay Thai, reflecting both her discipline and inner drive. She is also passionate about music, loves to sing and play the piano.