Aminath Rashfa commonly known as Aashaa (born 16 September 1998) is a Maldivian film actress.

Career

After completing a diploma in aviation from a Sri Lankan-based institution, Rashfa moved back to Male' and was influenced by the

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trend, where she became an active TikTok user, which enabled her to showcase her talent as a performer. She was then offered to play a supporting tole in

Ahmed Sinan Ahmed Sinan (born 19 March 1990) is a Maldivian director, graphic designer, cinematographer and editor. Career Ahmed Sinan made his career debut with Dark Rain Entertainment's production, '' Happy Birthday'' (2009) by working as the title animato ...

-directed crime thriller ''

Goh Raalhu ''Goh Raalhu'' is a 2019 Maldivian crime thriller film directed by Ahmed Sinan. Produced by Mohamed Ali and Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq under Dark Rain Entertainment, the film stars Mohamed Jumayyil, Hassan Irufan, Aishath Thasneema and Aminath Rashfa ...

'' (2019) which centers around the criminality and misdemeanor a young man has to deal with while trying to prove his truest intention of love. Upon release, the film received widespread positive reviews from critics; Aminath Luba of ''Sun'' called it a "five-star worthy blockbuster film" and wrote: "The fresh faces including ashfapulls their respective roles with much expertise". In 2021, she again worked with

Dark Rain Entertainment Dark Rain Entertainment is a Maldivian production company based in Male' producing Dhivehi language, Maldivian films. Established in 2006, the studio has produced the first Maldivian films shot entirely in HD, 3D and on DSLR. History The studio ...

for their romantic comedy web series ''

Giritee Loabi ''Giritee Loabi'' is a Maldivian romantic comedy drama web series written by Ahmed Zareer and directed by Ali Shifau. It stars Mohamed Manik, Aminath Rashfa, Mohamed Vishal and Adam Rizwee in main roles. The pilot episode of the series was re ...

'', where she played the role of Noora, the only child of a protective father who struggles to align her introvert boyfriend and her father. The following year she starred in

Ahmed Asim Ahmed Asim is an Maldivian actor, editor, director, and writer who works in Dhivehi films. Career Asim made his screen debut with a video single alongside Jamsheedha Ahmed. His first film release was Mohamed Abdul Hakeem and Mohamed Nasheed dire ...

's segment titled ''Firimaru'' from the crime suspense anthology web series ''

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'', where she played the role of a cashier working at a restaurant and how her life changes after a one-night stand with a customer. In 2023, Rashfa collaborated with

for two other films. The first release, '' Beeveema'' revolves around the reunion of former students twenty-two years after their graduation and how this reunion changes the perspective of two childhood lovers about life ans separation. Aminath Luba from ''The Press'' called her an "aspiring actress proving her worth in the industry". This is followed by

Ali Shifau Ali Shifau (born 19 May 1977) is a Maldivian film director, cinematographer and editor. One of the most successful filmmakers in Maldivian Cinema, Shifau is the recipient of a number of awards, including seven Gaumee Film Awards, and four Maldiv ...

-directed romantic film ''

Hindhukolheh ''Hindhukolheh'' (lit: moment) is a 2023 Maldivian film written by Ahmed Tholah and directed by Ali Shifau. Produced by Mohamed Ali and Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq under Dark Rain Entertainment, the film stars Sharaf Abdulla and Aminath Rashfa in pivo ...

'' opposite Sharaf Abdulla, which narrates the story of a young girl about her love and self-discovery after her recent memory loss.

Filmography

Feature film

Television

Short film

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Rashfa, Aminath Living people People from Malé 21st-century Maldivian actresses Maldivian film actresses 1998 births