From singers to actors, these rising stars are worth keeping an eye on in 2021.
Iman Vellani
The 18-year-old Canadian actress is poised to become Marvel’s first Muslim superhero when she makes her acting debut as Ms. Marvel in a new Disney+ series based on the comic-book character.Dua Saleh
Born in Sudan, the 25-year-old’s debut EP received critical acclaim in 2019. She recently secured a recurring role in the third season of Netflix series “Sex Education.”Lyna Khoudri
The French-Algerian “Papicha” actress is set to star in Wes Anderson’s newest film “The French Dispatch” alongside other stars such as Timothee Chalamet, Tilda Swinton and Owen Wilson.Karrouhat
The Dubai-based DJ, model and influencer, whose real name is Basil Al-Hadi, is currently making waves on the second season of MBC 4’s hit television series “Beauty Match.”Sonia Ben Ammar
Born in France to Tunisian parents, the 21-year-old recently joined the star-studded cast of “Scream 5.” The up-and-comer is also a singer and is currently working on a new musical project.Zain Al-Rafeea
The former Syrian refugee first gained prominence in Nadine Labaki’s Oscar-nominated drama “Capernaum.” He is set to star in Marvel’s ‘The Eternals,’ which is scheduled for release in November 2021.
