''Rumi á Jannat'' is a Maldivian

sitcom A sitcom, a portmanteau of situation comedy, or situational comedy, is a genre of comedy centered on a fixed set of characters who mostly carry over from episode to episode. Sitcoms can be contrasted with sketch comedy, where a troupe may use ne ...

, created by Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq and Ahmed Tholal under

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 ...

. The series was distributed by Medianet Multi-Screen and directed 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 ...

and

Mohamed Faisal Mohamed Faisal ( dv, މުޙައްމަދު ފައިސަލް; born 4 August 1988) is a Maldivian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Dhivehi Premier League club, Club Valencia and the Maldives national team. Faisal began his ca ...

. With a cast starring

Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim is a Maldivian film actor and playback singer. Career Ibrahim made his film debut with the Dark Rain Entertainment production, the Ali Shifau-directed romantic comedy ''Vaashey Mashaa Ekee'' (2016) opposite Mohamed Jumayyi ...

Nuzuhath Shuaib Nuzuhath Shuaib (born 14 September 1988) is a Maldivian film actress. Early life Nuzuhath Shuaib was born on 14 September 1988 in N. Manadhoo. She was working at Jelly Pizza when her friend, a film actor Ali Azim introduced her to the team of ' ...

, Sheela Najeeb and

Roanu Hassan Manik Roanu Hassan Manik is a widely acclaimed Maldivian film actor, who mainly works in the Maldivian film industry. Early life On 11 November 1977, while working as a Headmaster at educational centre, Manik produced, choreographed and starred in a t ...

the show revolves on the initial days after the wedding of a couple who are distinctly different worldviews and personalities. The pilot episode of the series was released on 1 January 2021.

Cast

Main

as Rumi Yoosuf *

as Hawwa Jannat *

as Nadhir "Nadey" *

Adam Rizwee Adam Rizwee is a Maldivian film actor. Career In 2014, Rizwee made his film debut in the Aishath Fuad Thaufeeg directed art film Hulhudhaan in a minor role. In 2015 he was cast in Ali Shifau-directed romantic film '' Emme Fahu Vindha Jehendhen' ...

as Hassan *

as Kuda Maalimee * Maria Teresa Pagano as Bianca Parmigiano * Sheela Najeeb as Filameena * Ahmed Saeed as Haadhy * Raufath Sodhiq as Meerab * Mohamed Rifshan as Ali "ET" Idhurees

Recurring

* Ahmed Sunie as Nestum *

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 success. The film was later screened a ...

as Chintu * Ahmed Shakir as Mogabe *

Hamdhoon Farooq Hamdhoon Farooq (born 7 April 1988) is a Maldivian film actor and dancer. Early life and career Farooq was born on 7 April 1988 in Male'. His parents, Ali Farooq and Mariyam Haleem are actors working in the film industry since 1997. He is the br ...

as Jaadhu *

Aminath Noora Aminath Noora (born 11 February 1986) is a Maldivian actress. Career In 2004, Noora made her screen debut with a video single directed by Mohamed Niyaz and rendered by Fazeela Amir. Titled "Jaadhooga Jeheyney", the song topped several charts and ...

as Haadhy’s wife * Ibrahim Shiyaz as Adhanu

Guest

* Razeena Thaufeeq as a designer (Episode 4) * Shammoon Mohamed as Firdaus (Episode 6) *

Aishath Gulfa Aishath Gulfa is a Maldivian film actress. She made her screen debut in 1999 with the video single "Nala Nala Dhanvaru Feni". Afterwards, she played supporting roles in several films including '' Kaiveneege Furathama Rey'' (1999), '' Ajaaib'' (200 ...

as Shabana (Episode 8) *

Ali Shameel Ali Shameel is a Maldivian film actor and director. Career In 1986, Shameel took part in a stage-play titled CDS-6, alongside Kashima Shakir, Mohamed Rasheed and Chilhiya Moosa Manik which was appreciated among the audience and he continues to ...

as Nadhir’s neighbor (Episode 10) * Ahmed Giyas as a customer (Episode 14) *

Mariyam Shifa Mariyam Shifa (22 November 1999) is a Maldivian film actress. Early life Shifa attributed her singing and dancing skills to her parents; her father being a prominent boduberu player and her mother being a singer, played a huge role in accomplis ...

as Lizy (Episode 15) * Mohamed Waheed as Lizy's father (Episode 15) *

Ismail Wajeeh Ismail Wajeeh (20 September 1962) is a Maldivian actor and choreographer. Early life While studying in primary school, Wajeeh, along with his nephews used to perform songs and stage shows to small gatherings. While studying in grade 4, he was off ...

as Sam (Episode 15)

Episodes

Production

On 9 October 2020,

announced their first sitcom web series titled ''Rumi á Jannat''. The project was initiated during the lockdown period of

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due to the temporary closure of cinemas digital platforms being the sole reason for entertainment. A customized set was developed for the filming of the series. On location rehearsal of the series was commenced on 18 October 2020. The main cast of the series was revealed on 9 November 2020 which includes Mariyam Majudha and

in titular roles along with actors

, Sheela Najeeb, Ahmed Saeed,

and Maria Teresa Pagano. On 29 December 2020, it was revealed that

will replace Mariyam Majudha as Jannat citing the health condition of the latter.

Soundtrack

Release and response

The series was made available for streaming through Medianet Multi-Screen from 1 January 2020. The pilot episode of the series was met with positive reviews from critics. Aminath Luba revieweing from ''Sun'' was pleased with the comic-timing of the characters and toning down the comical value to the required level, rather than going over the top. "From actors capturing the traits to presenting the comedy narrations, the directors and actors have pulled off their respective roles to near perfection". Echoing similar sentiments, Ahmed Rasheed from ''MuniAvas'' complimented the writing of the series for incorporating moral ethics alongside the comedy".

References

{{Reflist Serial drama television series Maldivian television shows