Nicolas Mouawad is a Lebanese actor and director who has successfully transitioned from a celebrated career in the Arab world to the international stage. Born on February 22, 1979, he initially studied civil engineering before pursuing his passion for the arts, graduating with a degree in Acting and Directing from the Lebanese University in 2002. Mouawad began his career in media as a television host for the popular show "Rotana Cafe" (2003-2009) and also worked as a director on programs like "Najm Al Khaleej." His acting career quickly gained momentum, and he became a prominent figure in pan-Arab and Egyptian television series. He earned critical acclaim for his mastery of the Egyptian dialect in major productions such as "Wannous" (2016), "Saabe' Gaar" (2017), "Teleat Rohi" (2018), and portrayed Omar Khayyam in the historical epic "The Assassins" (2024). His international breakthrough came with significant roles in major Hollywood productions. He portrayed King Solomon in George Miller's epic fantasy film "Three Thousand Years of Longing" (2022), which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival. In 2023, Mouawad took on the lead role of Prophet Abraham in the American biblical drama "His Only Son." He was selected for this pivotal role from over 1,700 actors, and the film became a notable success at the U.S. box office.

His 2023 film, "His Only Son," where he starred as Prophet Abraham, was a significant box office success in the United States. The film grossed over $13 million on a modest budget of $250,000. Mouawad was notably chosen for the lead role from a pool of 1,700 actors, marking a major milestone in his international career. He was featured in the epic fantasy film "Three Thousand Years of Longing" (2022), directed by Oscar-winner George Miller, alongside international stars Idris Elba and Tilda Swinton. The film had its world premiere out of competition at the 75th Cannes Film Festival, solidifying his presence on the global cinema stage. In 2023, Mouawad received an Excellence Award at the prestigious Murex D'or ceremony, recognizing his international work and successful crossover into global cinema. He also won the Best Lead Actor award at the London International Film Festival in 2013 for his role in the movie "Takaseem Hob" (Love's Apportionment).

He earned a degree in Acting and Directing from the Faculty of Fine Arts at the Lebanese University in 2002. He had previously studied Civil Engineering at the same university before shifting his focus to the performing arts.