''Hithu Vindhu'' is a 2000 Maldivian drama film directed by Mohamed Rasheed. Produced by Hussain Adil under Picture Land, the film stars

Ali Seezan Ali Seezan (born 6 February 1977) is a Maldivian film actor, editor, director and producer. He has established a career in Maldives Film Industry and is a recipient of two National Film Awards. Early life Ali Seezan was born on 6 February 1977. ...

Mariyam Nazima Mariyam Nazima is a Maldivian film actress. Early life Mariyam Nazima was born in Male', Maldives. She made her screen debut with an advertisement. Afterwards, she was seen in the video single, "Fennaathee Balanyaa Loabin" directed by Abdulla Shu ...

and

Yoosuf Shafeeu Yoosuf Shafeeu also known as Eupe (20 October 1975) is a Maldivian film actor, editor, writer, and director. One of the most successful filmmakers and actors in Maldivian Cinema, Shafeeu is the recipient of a number of awards, including eight Ga ...

in pivotal roles.

Plot

In a desperate attempt of having a girlfriend, Riyaz (

) proposes to his crush, Raufa (

) who spurned his proposal. Few minutes later, he eavesdrops a conversation of Raufa with her friend Nisha (Sajuna Ahmed) unveiling Nisha's affection towards Riyaz while Raufa has been in love with Riyaz's younger brother Rilwan (

Ibrahim Wisan Ibrahim Wisan (born 27 February 1977), nicknamed as Kandi is a Maldivian cinematographer, actor and director. Career In 1996, Wisan starred in Mohamed Rasheed's '' Hifehettumeh Neiy Karuna'' opposite Niuma Mohamed, Abdul Raheem and Arifa Ibrahim ...

) though Riyaz and his handicapped friend, Aswad (

) is after her. He instantly proposes Nisha and ask her to marry him. When Nisha was nine months pregnant, she slips off the staircase and dies though she gives birth to a baby boy. Meanwhile Aswad's sister Ishaanee who was romantically linked up with Rilwan ends her relationship with him when he mocks her disabled brother. She soon finds comfort in the new recruit of her office, Rizwee (Dhaas). Rizwee and Ishan marries and things start falling apart when Rizwee starts coming home late and abuses his wife physically. As days pass by, their relationship grew stronger and they moved closer to each other. Aswad's mother requests Raufa to marry her son Aswad. Out of generosity for the help she acquired from them, she reluctantly agrees to the wedding. However, he fails to fulfill her desires due to his physical incapability, dissatisfying Raufa. After a tedious honeymoon, Aswad believes that he is dejected by her love though he earns her sympathy. The society teases Raufa, accusing her that she married Aswad solely for money. Unable to bear the pain, she tries to commit suicide by taking non-prescribed medicines. He stays all night besides her taking care of her, which made Raufa realizes his love towards her. He suddenly falls ill and was surprisingly diagnosed with cancer. Aswad refused to take any treatment since he believes there is no cure for the disease. Also, he requested the doctor to conceal the truth from his family. Raufa confesses her love for him and their relationship became more secure as time flies. Few months later, Aswad dies fighting for cancer while Raufa gives birth to a boy.

Cast

as Aswad *

as Raufa *

as Riyaz *

as Rilwan * Fathimath Shazna as Nisha * Ibrahim Giyas as Rizwee *

Sithi Fulhu Sithi Fulhu was a Maldivian actress mostly known for her comical roles in the films. Career In 1992, Sithi Fulhu collaborated with Yoosuf Rafeeu for his drama film, '' Loabi Veveynee Furaana Dheegen'' followed by another collaboration with Yoosuf R ...

as Kadhee

Soundtrack

References

{{Reflist 2000 films Maldivian drama films 2000 drama films Dhivehi-language films