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Ali Usam
Ali Usam, commonly known as Dhona, is a Maldivian film actor, model and TV presenter. Career Usam began his professional career as a model in 2009 before starting to work as a host in several television shows. He made his career debut in Ravee Farooq-directed web series ''Ehenas'' which follows the experiences of a long-term domestic and sexually abused male victim and how he faces the societal obstacles of marriage. Aishath Maahaa reviewing from ''Dho?'' was generally impressed with the acting performance of the newcomers including Usam, though he had a very brief role. He then played the role of a politician who is competing for a seat in People's Majlis, in Yoosuf Shafeeu's comedy drama series '' Huvaa Kohfa Bunan''. Mariyam Dheema reviewing from ''MuniAvas'' praised his acting skills and looks, and commented "with this role he has proved that directors can mold him to play any kind of role". In 2021, he again collaborated with Shafeeu for two projects; '' Avahteriya'' and '' ...
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Maldives
Maldives (, ; dv, ދިވެހިރާއްޖެ, translit=Dhivehi Raajje, ), officially the Republic of Maldives ( dv, ދިވެހިރާއްޖޭގެ ޖުމްހޫރިއްޔާ, translit=Dhivehi Raajjeyge Jumhooriyyaa, label=none, ), is an archipelagic state located in South Asia, situated in the Indian Ocean. It lies southwest of Sri Lanka and India, about from the Asian continent's mainland. The chain of atolls of the Maldives, 26 atolls stretches across the equator from Atolls of the Maldives#Ihavandhippolhu, Ihavandhippolhu Atoll in the north to Addu Atoll in the south. Comprising a territory spanning roughly including the sea, land area of all the islands comprises , Maldives is one of the world's most geographically dispersed sovereign states and the List of sovereign states and dependent territories in Asia, smallest Asian country as well as one of the smallest Muslim countries, Muslim-majority countries by land area and, with around 557,751 inhabitants, the 2nd List of Asian ...
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Mazloom (web Series)
''Mazloom'' () is a Maldivian four-part anthology web series directed by Ilyas Waheed. Produced by Asim Ali and Ilyas Waheed under IFilms and Kazmik International, the series focuses on several societal issues. The first chapter, following the lives of two survivors of rape assaults, stars Nuzuhath Shuaib, Ahmed Ifnaz Firag, Sharaf Abdulla and Washiya Mohamed in pivotal roles. The second chapter titled ''Zarrook'' starring Mohamed Mahil, Sharif and Nathasha Jaleel, narrates the story of a young child connecting with an imaginary friend. The third chapter titled "Minju" follows the life of a victim of domestics abuse (played by Thaathi Adam), who realizes her self-value when her husband (played by Ravee Farooq) was bed-ridden due to a stroke paralyses. The fourth chapter titled "Hintha" stars Mariyam Azza as the victim of human trafficking. Cast Chapter 1: ''Mazloom'' * Nuzuhath Shuaib as Mariyam Zaha Zahir * Ahmed Ifnaz Firag as Ahmed Maahir * Sharaf Abdulla as Aidhin * ...
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21st-century Maldivian Actors
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People From Malé
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Yaaraa
''Yaaraa'' is a Maldivian romantic comedy drama web series produced and directed by Aishath Rishmy. It features an ensemble cast including Aminath Rasheedha, Aishath Rishmy, Mariyam Azza, Ahmed Azmeel, Mohamed Vishal, Ismail Jumaih, Fathimath Sara Adam, Hussain Shadhyaan, Mariyam Waheedha and Nuzuhath Shuaib in main roles. The pilot episode of the series was released on 24 April 2023. Written by Ahmed Iqbal, the series revolves around polar opposite lives of two sisters who are faced with the reality of relationships. The entirety of the series focuses on the hardships that teach the siblings what it takes to make and break the bond of a lifetime. This film stands as a remarkable achievement in Maldivian cinema, marking the highest number of actors ever featured in a film production, featuring over ninety actors in different roles. Cast and characters Main * Aminath Rasheedha as Zainab Ahmed; a devoted widow who lost her husband, Shareef, twenty-two years ago. With unwaverin ...
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Hiy Kalaayah Edheythee
''Hiy Kalaayah Edheythee'' is a Maldivian romantic famil drama web series directed by Mohamed Aboobakuru. It stars Ali Usam, Mariyam Sana and Mohamed Emau in main roles. The first episode of the series was released on 28 March 2023. The series follows a love triangle between Fazna, her boss, Shahid and boyfriend, Mahid. As Fazna pursues a new relationship with Shahid, her mother's growing obsession with him leads to dangerous consequences. Cast and characters Main * Ali Usam as Mahid * Mariyam Sana as Fazna * Mohamed Emau as Mohamed Shahid * Aminath Shaana as Sheryn * Mariyam Shafaza as Mariyam * Ismail Zahir as Nazim Recurring * Ali Farooq as Ziyadh; Shahid's father * Aishath Aarifa as Rasheedha; Mariyam's friend * Aminath Muhusiana as Sheryn's mother * Ali Shazleem Ali Shazleem is a Maldivian film actor, director and producer. Career Shazleem made his film debut in the Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq-directed '' Hulhudhaan'' (2014) alongside Mariyam Majudha, which was a critical succ ...
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Girlfriends (web Series)
''Girlfriends'' is a Maldivian web series written and directed by Ibrahim Wisan. It stars Fathimath Myeha, Aishath Lahfa and Aisha Ali in main roles. The pilot episode of the series was released on 12 August 2021. Cast and characters Main * Fathimath Myeha as Shamla Shareef * Aishath Lahfa as Hawwa Ibrahim (Season 1) * Aisha Ali as Fathimath Zila Ali * Ahmed Sharif as Firushan Adam Recurring * Ahmed Alam as Ayya * Maria Teresa Pagano as Martina * Ali Usam as Faya; a neurologist * Azzam Maumoon as Shimaz Shareef "Sarippe" * Mohamed Afrah as Arushadbe * Nathasha Jaleel as Sara * Ahmed Shakir as a director * Ali Shazleem as agent * Imad as Sam * Shimmy as Nana Guest * Suja Abdullah as a customer (Episode: "Message") * Hamdhoon Farooq as a customer (Episode: "Money Talks") * Mariyam Shakeela as Wafira (Episode: "Murderer") * Hamdhan Farooq as Shiyam (Episode: "Virgin") * Mahfooz as a musician (Episode: "Virgin") * Ali Farooq as Taxi driver (Episode: "Crossroads") * Sharaf Abd ...
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Biruveri Vaahaka
''Biruveri Vaahaka'' is a Maldivian horror thriller anthology web series directed by Ilyas Waheed. The series features an ensemble cast including Ahmed Saeed, Mariyam Azza, Nathasha Jaleel, Nuzuhath Shuaib, Sharaf Abdulla, Aishath Rishmy and Ravee Farooq. Each episode of the series focuses on a separate storyline although the characters from the episodes are interrelated to form the main plot, which revolves around a secretive investigation team trying to undercover a series of supernatural suspected murders. Cast and characters Episode 1: ''Phone Call'' * Furugan Mohamed as Ayan * Hassan Saamih Mohamed as Saamih * Naajiha Azoor as Jazlee * Mariyam Shakeela as Muna; Ayan's mother Episode 2: ''Lakunu'' * Mariyam Waheedha as Dheema * Aminath Alya Nazeer as Shaan * Aishath Yalma Nazeer as Jinn Kid * Fathimath Latheefa as Shaira * Mohamed Afrah as Rasheed * Mariyam Shakeela as Muna Episode 3: ''Edhun'' * Ibrahim Fairooz Adam as Niyaz * Fathimath Sara Adam as Ziyana * Thaathi ...
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Dharaka
''Dharaka'' is a Maldivian crime thriller web series written and directed by Azhan Ibrahim. Produced by Kazmik International, it stars Ahmed Ifnaz Firag, Washiya Mohamed, and Susan Ibrahim Fulhu in main roles. The series centers around a high-profile case involving the disappearance of a politician's daughter. As the story unfolds, an investigation officer takes on the task of unraveling the events leading up to the disappearance and delving into the hidden secrets of those involved. The plot is filled with twists and turns, keeping viewers engaged as they follow the officer's journey to uncover the truth. Cast and characters Main * Ahmed Ifnaz Firag as Nawal * Washiya Mohamed as Nisha Sameer * Susan Ibrahim Fulhu as Nazima Shakir * Aisha Ali as Ana; Nisha's best friend * Ibrahim Jihad as Firushan; husband of Nazima Shakir Recurring * Nathasha Jaleel as Fazla * Ali Usam as Zayan; Nisha's boyfriend * Mohamed Afrah as Sameer; Nisha's father * Ismail Waheed as Ahmed * Fathimath ...
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Ilyas Waheed
Ilyas Waheed is a Maldivian film director, producer, screenwriter and editor Early life Inspired by his father's patriotism, Waheed inclined to pursue a career as an army officer. However, while studying in grade three, he was bedridden for three months due to a leg fracture, which led him to watch numerous movies, and ultimately changing his passion from military defense to film making and visual arts. After completing his GCE Ordinary Level education from Majeediyya School, Waheed joined Maldives National Defence Force to complete his bond term. In 2000, he joined Department of Immigration and Emigration, where he served as an Immigration Officer for around 8 years before quitting his job, hoping to attain further education. In 2011, he moved to Sri Lanka to study video and film productions and had to leave the course midway for personal reasons. After returning to Maldives, he joined VTV and served the company for four years prior to leaving Sri Lanka again to complete a course ...
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Ravee Farooq
Ravee Farooq is a Maldivian actor, director, editor and choreographer. Career Farooq made his film debut with Abdul Faththaah-directed romantic disaster film, '' Hureemey Inthizaarugaa'' (2005) cast along with Mariyam Zuhura, Waleedha Waleed, Ibrahim Jihad and Neena Saleem. The film, heavily relied on the effect of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake on the Maldives, received favorable reviews from critics though it failed to perform financially. Farooq played the disrespectful husband who chose wealth above his family. His performance won a Miadhu Crystal Award for the Best Male Newcomer. In April 2006, Ahmed Nimal's revenge thriller '' Hiyani'' was released which featured Farooq as the kidnapper who constantly flirts with a rich married woman. The film which primarily focuses on a wealthy troublesome couple whose possessions have been exposed by the disappearance of the husband, was mostly received positively by the critics. At 5th Gaumee Film Awards, Farooq was nominated as the ...
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