She also expanded into documentary narration and production. Notably, she worked on Die Ungehorsame ( The Disobedient ), a documentary exploring the lives of women in conflict zones. This pivot into factual demonstrated Kekilli’s maturity as an artist, using her platform to highlight humanitarian crises rather than continue chasing Hollywood roles.
In addition to her film work, Kekilli has made appearances in various television series and media content, including: She also expanded into documentary narration and production
She received widespread acclaim for her role as Umay, a young woman who leaves an abusive marriage in Istanbul to return to her family in Berlin. She won her second Lola for Best Actress for this performance, proving her excellence in dramatic acting. In addition to her film work, Kekilli has
Kekilli’s career began with a bang in 2004 when director Fatih Akın cast her in the lead role of the drama (German: Gegen die Wand ). In addition to her film work