''Nafrathuvumun'' is a 2019 Maldivian

romantic film Romance films or movies involve romantic love stories recorded in visual media for broadcast in theatres or on television that focus on passion, emotion, and the affectionate romantic involvement of the main characters. Typically their journey ...

written and directed by

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 ...

. Produced by Shafeeu under Eupe Productions, the film stars

Mariyam Azza Mariyam Azza (born 20 April 1989) is a Maldivian film actress. She is the daughter of actress Aminath Rasheedha and younger sister to actress turned director Aishath Rishmy Early life Born in Malé, Azza is the daughter of actress Aminath Rasheed ...

Ali Azim Ali Azim is a Maldivian film actor. Career 2010–2016: Early releases Azim expressed his interest in acting at a very young age. Before he pursued a career in acting Azim worked as a dancer and stage performer. He was first recognized by the aud ...

Ahmed Easa Ahmed Easa (born 7 October 1985) is a Maldivian film actor. Career In his childhood, Ahmed Easa watched Bollywood films and imitated the acting of Sunil Shetty in stage performances. While watching his movies, Easa grew a fondness towards cinema ...

and

in pivotal roles. The film was released on 9 April 2019.

Premise

Reesha (

), a wealthy businesswoman goes bankrupt and is strongly determined not to sell her guesthouse, though her husband Lamiu (

) continuously persuade her to sell the property. Convinced by her friend, Maaniu (

), Reesha agrees to rent the guesthouse for a long term to Shamin (

). Unintentionally, Reesha grows closer to Shamin and seeks divorce from Lamiu.

Cast

as Maaniu *

as Reesha *

as Shamin *

as Lamiu * Ahmed Saeed as Zameer * Hussain Nasif as a gang member * Assam Ahmed as a gang member

Development

The project was announced on 5 September 2018 in an event held to celebrate V Media's tenth anniversary. In December 2018, reports revealed that the film will star

and

in the lead roles while Shafeeu will star in a supporting role. Filming took place in B. Dharavandhoo simultaneously with another project, '' Dhauvath'' (2019) which was also directed by Shafeeu and starring Azza, Azim and Easa in the main roles. Filming was completed in late December 2018. The release date of the film was announced to be 9 April 2019.

Soundtrack

Release and response

The teaser trailer of the film was released on 1 March 2019 while the official trailer was released on 3 April 2019. The film was released on 9 April 2019. The film released mixed to positive reviews from critics. Mariyam Waheedha from ''Miadhu Daily'' wrote: "In an event of twists and turns and powerful performances, the film succeeds in grabbing the attention of the audience in its right way ". Ifraz Ali from ''Dho?'' chose the film among the best five films released during the year and noted: "The film revolving around love and revenge, the director has chosen a different yet engaging concept, but fails to bring the best from actors".

References

{{Reflist 2019 films Maldivian romantic drama films Films directed by Yoosuf Shafeeu