Zeynep Dilara is an independent filmmaker and screenwriter who relocated from Istanbul, Turkey, to New York, United States. She primarily produces, directs, and writes documentaries for TV channels and streaming platforms such as Disney+, National Geographic, and YouTube. She also writes fictional screenplays, teaches storytelling, and is creating a children's story book series in Turkish.
As of 2026, she began development on her upcoming feature-length documentary, “The Bullied Brain.” The project is currently in the early stages of development, with secured book rights and collaboration with Dr. Jennifer Fraser, PhD, author of the book “The Bullied Brain.”
Beyond her filmmaking career, Zeynep Dilara has consistently prioritized community building and social impact through education and mentorship.
