Habiba Moustafa: Where Art Meets Healing and Performance
Habiba Moustafa is more than an artist — she’s a movement. As the creative force behind Jalila Studio (@jalila.eg), she’s pioneered a unique fusion of acting, wellness, art, and emotional coaching to help people not just perform — but become. Whether on stage, on screen, or in everyday life, her mission is to inspire, heal, and ignite transformation through creative expression.
A Vision Born from Authenticity
Habiba’s journey began not in a formal studio, but through deep personal exploration. After training in acting in London — at both City London Academy and the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts — she returned with a passion to bridge performance with personal growth.
She soon noticed a common thread among actors and creatives: a longing for emotional clarity, confidence, and inner freedom. That realization birthed Jalila Studio in November 2023 — a space where acting becomes empowerment, art becomes healing, and community becomes a catalyst for change.
Jalila: More Than an Acting Studio — A Healing Spac
Since its launch, Jalila has grown into a thriving creative sanctuary. With a focus on emotional truth and authenticity, the studio offers immersive acting and improv classes that merge performance techniques with mindfulness and self-reflection.
In one viral reel, Habiba reminds her students, “Acting is about believing.” That belief shapes every session — helping participants break emotional blocks, build confidence, and find their voice through expression.
But it’s more than just structured classes. Jalila has created a community — offering free walk-ins and practice sessions for members to continue their growth journey in a safe, welcoming space.
Casting Director & Acting Coach: Dual Roles, Deep Impa
Habiba’s influence in the entertainment industry extends far beyond the classroom. As a Casting Director, she’s frequently hired by production houses to cast full-scale projects, working directly with directors to handpick actors who bring stories to life. This role gives her a keen understanding of what casting professionals look for — an insight she shares with her students through audition coaching, tips, and on-camera confidence-building.
At the same time, she offers private coaching for professional actors across the MENA region — helping them prepare for scenes, build complex characters, and refine their craft. Her clients include notable names such as:
- Khaled Shbat (Syrian actor)
- Noor AlSheikh (Bahraini actress)
- Egyptian talents like Amira Adeeb, Usef Ibrahim, and Weaam Magdi
This dual expertise allows her to serve both aspiring and seasoned actors with the precision, empathy, and intuition only someone who lives the craft can offer.
Certified to Heal: The Wellness Side of Habiba’s Work
What makes Habiba truly stand out is how she integrates art with mental and emotional well-being.
She holds certifications in:
- Art Therapy and Life Coaching from Transformation Academy, Florida (USA)
- A Personal and Professional Development Specialization from University of Pennsylvania
This allows her to weave therapeutic tools and inner work into her creative coaching — offering a space where people can heal through art, not just perform.
Writer, Facilitator, and Community Builde
In addition to her studio work, Habiba is also the voice behind @the.innerink — a page devoted to writing on creativity, growth, and emotional authenticity. Her words serve as a mirror for anyone navigating personal evolution through expression.
Through Instagram, TikTok, and Threads, she continues to build a virtual community, offering:
- Behind-the-scenes from classes
- Bite-sized acting and audition advice
- Honest reflections on her journey
- And a steady stream of encouragement and artistic insight
Exciting News: A New Chapter Begins
After two impactful years of Jalila Studio, Habiba is preparing for a major rebrand. In September 2025, she will launch an expanded creative wellness hub, offering new workshops designed for both actors and non-actors, all under one guiding philosophy: Healing Through Art.
This next chapter will include cross-disciplinary collaborations with artists, psychologists, and wellness experts to build an even deeper ecosystem of growth, creativity, and transformation.
Living What She Teaches
Everything Habiba teaches, she practices. Her personal Instagram isn’t just a highlight reel — it’s a living archive of the tools, thoughts, and principles she shares in her classes. Her life and work are aligned, and that authenticity resonates with her growing community.
And while coaching is her primary path, she still steps into the spotlight herself when time allows. Most recently, she appeared as Riham in the Arabic series “Fat El Meaad”, premiering tomorrow.
Final Thoughts: A Mission Rooted in Purpose
Habiba Moustafa’s mission is simple and profound:
To create, to inspire, to enjoy, to play — and above all, to hold space for people to evolve without judgment or fear.
In a world desperate for deeper connection and creative freedom, her work offers both.
Whether you’re an actor, an artist, or someone simply seeking to reconnect with your voice — Habiba’s story is a reminder that the path to growth can be expressive, joyful, and beautifully human. Do follow her on Instagram.
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