Mariyam Shahuza is a Maldivian former film actress.

Career

In 2002, Shahuza appeared in a small role as a doctor in

Amjad Ibrahim Amjad Ibrahim Didi (born 11 September 1967), commonly known as Amjad Ibrahim is a Maldivian film director and screenwriter. Early life After completing eleven years of service in Maldives National Defence Force, Ibrahim decided to pursue a ca ...

-directed film ''

Kahvalhah Dhaandhen ''Kahvalhah Dhaandhen'' is a 2002 Maldivian drama film directed by Amjad Ibrahim. Produced by Hassan Ali under Dash Studio, the film stars Yoosuf Shafeeu and Sheela Najeeb in pivotal roles. Cast * Yoosuf Shafeeu as Viyaam * Sheela Najeeb as Ya ...

'' (2002). Having disappeared from the screen for almost four years, she made a comeback as a gossip loving friend in the horror film '' Hukuru Vileyrey'' (2006), co-directed by

Aishath Rishmy Aishath Rishmy Rameez (born 15 November 1985) is a Maldivian actress film producer and director. Early life Born in Malé, Maldives, Rishmy is the daughter of actor Aminath Rasheedha. She is the elder sister of actress Mariyam Azza. They reside ...

and

Aminath Rasheedha Aminath Rasheedha (born 27 February 1967) is a Maldivian actress and director. Career 1993–2006: Early releases and directorial debut In 1995, Rasheedha appeared in Mohamed Shiyaz's '' Dhushman'' which features Hussain Sobah, Mariyam Nisha and ...

which was based on a novel published by Ibrahim Waheed on ''

Haveeru Daily Haveeru Daily (Dhivehi: ހަވީރ ދުވަހު ނޫސް) was the longest serving daily newspaper in the Maldives, established on January 1, 1979. History When local newspaper ''Moonlight'' ceased publication on December 9, 1978, Haveeru was reg ...

'' in 2003. The film being a critical and commercial success was considered as "one of the best horror film the Maldivian Film Industry has ever produced". It was later aired as 15 episodes television series with inclusion of several scenes that were edited out in its theatrical release. This was followed by

's romantic drama film '' Hithuge Edhun'' (2006) which narrates the story of a disabled man where she played a guest role of a teacher. From the year 2006 to 2010, Shahuza mostly appeared in short films from ''Salhibe'' series and ''Vasvaas'' series to standalone short productions including ''Umurahves Inthizaaru Kuraanan'' (2007), ''The Boat'' (2008), '' Dhanthura'' (2008), ''Noonekey Nubunaashey'' (2008), ''Keehvehey Vakivee Yaaraa?'' (2010), and ''Lollypop'' (2010). During the time, she also starred in several television series including ''Vimlaa'' (2007), ''Hanaa'' (2008), ''Kushakaanulaa Shazaa Nudheyshey'' (2008) and ''Ssshhh... Miee Sirreh!'' (2009). In 2011, she again collaborated with

for his family drama '' Hithey Dheymee'' (2011) which received negative reviews from critics and was a box office disaster. A series of flop was continued with Hamid Ali's

Laelaa ''Laelaa'' is a 2011 Maldivian romantic drama film produced and directed by Hamid Ali. Produced under Learner's Production, the film stars Yoosuf Shafeeu, Amira Ismail, Hamid Ali, Hassan Manik and Ahmed Easa in pivotal roles. The film was rel ...

starring

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 ...

Amira Ismail Amira Ismail (born 4 October 1985) is a Maldivian actress. Career Ismail first filmed for a film titled ''Loabi Dhasvejje'' which was ultimately delayed and shelved. She then collaborated with Amjad Ibrahim for his romantic horror film '' Dhonka ...

, Ahmed Easa and Ali. The film revolves around two daughters who were forced to arranged marriages by their parent. The film received negative reviews from critics and was declared a box office failure. She again played a small role in her last release of the year;

action drama film '' Insaaf'' (2011). The film revolves around the disputes between two districts of an island. Upon release, the film received mixed to positive reviews from critics. This was followed by several other brief appearances in feature films including ''

Aniyaa ''Aniyaa'' is a 2014 Maldivian family drama film directed by Ahmed Nimal. Co-produced by Nims Films and Fariva Films, the film stars Mohamed Jumayyil, Niuma Mohamed and Ismail Rasheed in pivotal roles. The film was released on 28 March 2014. The ...

'' (2016), '' 4426'' (2016), '' Vishka'' (2017) and '' Thiya Loaibaa Dhurah'' (2018). As for the television productions, she had major two releases during the period; Ahmed Saeed's mini-series '' Furaana Dheynan'' (2011) and

Fathimath Nahula Fathimath Nahula (born 22 June 1973) is a Maldivian film director, film producer and screenwriter. Early life In 1991, Nahula joined Jamaluddin school and worked as a teacher for four years. During the time, she spends most of her time in writin ...

's romantic drama series '' Vakivumuge Kurin'' (2015).

Filmography

Feature film

Short film

Television

References

{{DEFAULTSORT:Shahuza, Mariyam Living people People from Malé 21st-century Maldivian actresses Maldivian film actresses Year of birth missing (living people)