Sohila Farhat (Arabic: سهيلة فرحات), better known by her online moniker “sohilanottila” or “كائن النوتيلا” (translated as “Nutella Being”), is an Egyptian social media influencer, artist, and makeup specialist. She gained prominence through her content on platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube, where she shares videos on art, makeup tutorials, daily life sketches, acting imitations, and creative endeavors. Farhat’s playful persona, often tied to her love for Nutella, attracted a following in the Arab world, but her career hit controversy in 2024 when she faced legal issues over allegedly explicit material.
Early life and education
Born in Egypt, likely in the late 1990s or early 2000s based on her online presence, Farhat hails from Cairo or Alexandria. Details remain sparse. She studied art at a university, possibly in Beni Suef, focusing on graphic design, special effects, and related fields. Her self-described “baby face” and artistic background shaped her early content, blending humor with visual arts. Farhat has mentioned influences from cinema makeup, sculpture, and performance in her bios across platforms.
Career
Farhat launched her online presence around 2020-2021, building a niche in creative content. On YouTube, under channels like “كائن النوتيلا sohila,” she posts about “art in all its forms,” including makeup artistry, body paint, acting skits, imitations, fan art, drawing, and sculpture. Her TikTok account, @sohilafarhat, features short videos on daily situations, beauty tips, and humorous takes, amassing followers drawn to her energetic style.
She expanded to Snapchat (@sohilanottila), Facebook pages like “كائن النوتيلاsohila,” and Instagram (@sohila.hany.artiste.312), where she positions herself as an “artiste” with a ruthless edge and a Nutella obsession. By 2024, her content evolved to include bolder themes, mixing artistry with personal vlogs. Farhat also dabbled in blogging and modeling, often highlighting her makeup skills for cinematic effects.
Controversy and arrest
In September 2024, Farhat drew widespread attention after her arrest in Alexandria by Egyptian authorities. She faced charges of “inciting debauchery and immorality” through videos deemed explicit or offensive to public morals. The case stemmed from content on her social accounts, including alleged leaked videos that sparked online debates. Prosecutors claimed her posts violated societal values, part of a broader crackdown on influencers like dancer Sofia Loren.
Farhat’s arrest ignited discussions on freedom of expression versus cultural norms in Egypt. Some viewed her as a provocative figure pushing boundaries; others defended her artistic freedom. She was detained briefly, with reports of a court ruling pending as of late 2024. The incident boosted her visibility, trending under “كائن النوتيلا” on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), where users shared mixed reactions from admiration to criticism.
Personal life
Farhat keeps her private life low-key, though her content hints at a vibrant, art-driven existence in Cairo. She identifies as Palestinian-supportive and uses emojis like 🇵🇸 in bios. No confirmed details on family or relationships exist publicly. Her online handle reflects a fun, chocolate-loving side, contrasting the edgier themes in her work.
