Zeina Makki is a prominent Lebanese actress and director, born and raised in Kuwait until the age of 18, after which she moved to her home country, Lebanon. Her father is the well-known journalist Ahmed Ali Makki. In Lebanon, she honed her artistic talents by studying Screenwriting and Directing at Notre Dame University - Louaize (NDU). Makki began her career by appearing in over 10 short films during her university years. However, her breakthrough role came in 2013 with the lead in the feature film "Habbet Loulou". She also demonstrated her directorial talent early on, winning Best Documentary Short at the Monaco Film Festival in 2012 for her film "Bent Not Broken". She has since built a versatile career in joint Arab drama and cinema, taking on diverse and complex roles that showcase her profound talent. Her notable television credits include the series "Ma Fiyi" (Parts 1 & 2), "Tareeq", "Dentelle", "Salon Zahra", "Shatti Ya Beirut", and "El Nar Bel Nar". She has also starred in significant films such as "Al Hayba" and "Bingo". Beyond her acting career, Makki is an inspirational public figure. She shared her personal journey with scoliosis, for which she underwent major surgery as a child, at the Forbes Middle East Healthcare Summit 2023, becoming a symbol of strength and resilience.

Her short documentary film, "Bent Not Broken," won the Best Documentary Short award at the Monaco International Film Festival in 2012. The film highlights inspiring stories of overcoming adversity and reflects her early interest in purposeful directing and cinema. In 2015, Zeina Makki was nominated for Best Lebanese Actress in a Leading Role at the Lebanese Movie Awards for her performance in the film "Neswen". This nomination recognized her outstanding acting skills and her ability to portray complex characters. She was honored as a guest of honor at the Lebanese Film Festival in Mexico, where her award was described as embodying the image of a "resilient woman." This recognition highlights her artistic and human impact beyond the Arab world and celebrates her inspirational journey of overcoming health challenges.

Studied Screenwriting and Directing at Notre Dame University – Louaize (NDU) in Lebanon.