Mohamed Afrah
Mohamed Afrah Hassan, commonly known as Mohamed Afrah (17 January 1974 – 7 April 2019) was a Maldivian film actor and producer. Career Afrah was featured in the most successful Maldivian film of 2000, Ahmed Nimal's horror classic ''Zalzalaa'', where he played the traumatized son observing supernatural events in his family. The film follows a man who lost his life and endangering his whole family while being lured by a female spirit sent off to complete an unfulfilled prophecy. Afrah's first release in 2001 was Ali Shameel's drama film ''Hithi Nimun'', starred alongside Mariyam Nisha, Mohamed Shavin and Sheereen Abdul Wahid, which follows the storyline of a stubborn young man (played by Shavin) who abandons his girlfriend when he discovers about her pregnancy. In his second release of the year, Afrah was featured in Aslam Rasheed's romantic thriller film ''Dheevaanaa'' (2001) which was an unofficial remake of Ram Gopal Varma's romantic thriller ''Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya (film), Pyaar ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Thimarafushi (Thaa Atoll)
The island of Thimarafushi (Dhivehi: ތިމަރަފުށި), (pronounced "thi-ma-ra-fu-shi") is one of the inhabited islands of the Maldives. Geography The island is south of the country's capital, Malé. The island is geographically located in the Thaa Atoll, which is also known as the Kolhumadulu Atoll. Demography The island has a recorded population of 4253 people as of July 2013. Women The number of women in the island is comparatively small compared to the population of males. The number of females under 18 years of age was 422. While the age group of 18-65 comprised 611 women, the elderly females numbered 46. Therefore, the total population of females in the island is 1934. Men Statistical records as of June 2006 showed that the number of boys (aged below 18) was 520. The adult male population (18-65) was 745, and the male senior citizens (65+) were 64. Therefore, the male population of the island was 1,329. According to the population chart shown here, the small is ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Aishath Shiranee
Aishath Shiranee (born 16 January 1975) is a Maldivian former film actress. Shiranee is the recipient of several awards, including one Gaumee Film Award and three Aafathis Awards. In 2001, the Government of Maldives honoured her with the National Award of Recognition. Career While working in a job at Maldives Customs Service, Shiranee made her screen debut with a video single titled "Hithaa Roohun Asaru Kuranee" alongside Ahmed Ghiyas which was followed by several other video songs before making her film debut with the film ''Naseebu'' (1992). Apart from the Abdulla Shujau directed drama film ''Nafrathu'' (1994), Shiranee starred in the Arifa Ibrahim-directed family drama ''Manzil'' (1994) which portrays her as an intelligent and hardworking orphan, whose life takes a dramatic turn while working as a servant in a reputed family. The same year, she starred in Ali Waheed-directed '' Kulunu'' which fetched her first Gaumee Film Award for Best Supporting Actress. She also appeared ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Jinni (film)
''Jinni'' is a 2010 Maldivian horror film directed by Abdul Faththaah. Produced by Ahmed Sharan Hassan under Dash Studio, the film stars Ali Seezan, Mariyam Afeefa and Amira Ismail in pivotal roles. The film was released on 28 January 2010. The film is based on a true stories that occurred in an island of Maldives. The entire film is shot at B. Kamadhoo. The film took eight months to be completed and ready for release. Plot The film starts with the scene Javid ( Ali Seezan) and his father quarreling about his wedding proposal to a girl named Nasiha ( Amira Ismail), who is the daughter of Javid's father's friend. His mother ( Aminath Rasheedha) convinced him to marry Nasiha, though she is aware of the fact that Seezan has been chased by a spirit and it won't allow him to marry anyone. Afterwards, his mother handed over a piece of paper to him. The film is presented in a nonlinear narrative, jumping between the present and past. In the flashbacks it reveal the past incidents whic ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Mohamed Faisal (actor)
Mohamed Faisal is a Maldivian film actor, editor and director. Career Faisal made his film debut with the romantic film '' Loaiybahtakaa'' (2009), written and directed by Yoosuf Shafeeu in which he stars as businessman from a wealthy family struggling to express his feelings. The romantic drama, co-starring Sheela Najeeb, Fathimath Fareela and Yoosuf Shafeeu, tells the story of unrequited love, and proved to be a commercial success. His performance in the film garnered him a nomination at 1st Maldives Film Awards ceremony. This was followed by Ali Shifau-directed family drama '' Dhin Veynuge Hithaamaigaa'' (2010) which showcases discrimination against the islanders, family revenge and fatherhood responsibilities. The film was believed to be a "huge improvement" over the recent Maldivian films and was declared to be a commercial success. Faisal's only release of 2012 was Abdul Faththaah's romantic film '' Love Story'' alongside Ali Seezan, Amira Ismail and Aishath Rishmy. Dis ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Fathimath Fareela
Fathimath Fareela (24 October 1984) is a Maldivian film actress. Career Fareela made her film debut in Ahmed Nimal's romantic film ''Vaaloabi Engeynama'' (2006), starred alongside Yoosuf Shafeeu, Mariyam Afeefa and Fauziyya Hassan which was a critical and commercial success, considered to be the most successful Maldivian release of the year. The film follows a conflicted husband struggling to convey equal affection towards his two spouses. Her performance as the grumbling wife received critical appreciation, winning her a Gaumee Film Award as the Best Supporting Actress. In 2009, Fareela starred as the valiant and fearless girl who unintentionally falls in love with her sister's love interest in '' Loaiybahtakaa'' which was written and directed by Yoosuf Shafeeu. The romantic drama, co-starring Shafeeu, Sheela Najeeb and Mohamed Faisal, tells the story of unrequited love, and proved to be a commercial success. This was followed by a horror film, '' Mendhamuge Evaguthu'' (2010) ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Yoosuf Shafeeu
Yoosuf Shafeeu also known as Eupe (20 October 1975) is a Maldivian film actor, director, producer, writer and editor. Regarded as one of the most successful figures in Maldivian cinema, Shafeeu is the recipient numerous accolades, including eight Gaumee Film Awards, and a Maldives Film Award; holding the record for winning the most Gaumee Film Award for Best Actor. In 2003, the Government of Maldives honoured him with the National Award of Recognition. Shafeeu made his career debut in Amjad Ibrahim's commercially successful comedy-drama '' Qurbaani'' (1999), followed by Hussain Adil's college romance '' Hiyy Halaaku'', an unofficial remake of '' Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'' (1998). While he received criticism for his performances in Amjad Ibrahim's horror films; '' Sandhuravirey'' (2002), '' Dhonkamana'' (2003) and '' Sandhuravirey 2'' (2004), he gained critical and commercial success with Fathimath Nahula-directed films such as '' Naaummeedhu'' (2000), ''Loabi Nuvevununama'' (2002 ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Loaiybahtakaa
''Loaiybahtakaa'' (English Translation: For love) is a 2009 Maldivian romantic film written and directed by Yoosuf Shafeeu. Produced by Mohamed Afrah under Eupe Productions, the film stars Shafeeu, Sheela Najeeb, Fathimath Fareela and Mohamed Faisal in pivotal roles. Plot Majid (Ahmed Nimal) receives the news of Arifa's (Aminath Shareef) sudden illness who has been diagnosed with a cardiovascular disease. He promptly visits her and she makes him promise to look after their son, Najah, whose parenthood is being hidden to the world and has been forcibly relocated to another island two months back. Majid's wife, Sharmeela (Fauziyya Hassan) reluctantly agrees to welcome his son to their home although she announced her detestation. Najah, unable to survive criticism and verbal abuse from his step mother agrees to go back to his island and stays at Guraidhoo Centre. Years later, Najah (Yoosuf Shafeeu) has been released from the Centre and Majid takes him back to his house. Majid and S ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Nashidha Mohamed
Nashidha Mohamed (born 2 January 1982) is a Maldivian actress who has established a career in the Maldivian film industry. She made her film debut in a supporting role in Ahmed Nimal's 2004 social drama ''Hama Himeyn''. That same year, she had several more supporting roles, including Abdul Faththaah's horror film '' Eynaa'' and Mohamed Abdulla's comedy series ''Dhanmaanu''. She later gained recognition for portraying negative roles in the television series '' Kalaage Haqqugaa'' (2005) and '' Baiveriyaa'' (2005), as well as in multiple short films, including the '' Dheke Dhekeves'' series, ''Neha'', '' Fenu Paree'', and '' Fahu Sofha''. Following the release of '' Maafeh Neiy'' in 2010, Mohamed became more active in the industry, starring in family dramas such as '' Dhin Veynuge Hithaamaigaa'' (2010) and '' Hithey Dheymee'' (2011), as well as in thrillers such as '' Loodhifa'' (2011) and '' Zaharu'' (2011). She also collaborated with Fathimath Nahula for the first Maldivian web se ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Ibrahim Jihad
Ibrahim Jihaad Shavee commonly known as Ibrahim Jihad (born 30 November 1980) is a Maldivian actor. Career Abdul Faththaah's horror film '' Eynaa'' was released in 2004, which appears Sheela Najeeb, Mohamed Manik, Ahmed Shah, Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi, Jihad and Nashidha Mohamed as six colleagues who go on a picnic to a haunted uninhabited island and their battle for survival. The film garnered critical appreciation specially for its technical department and was a commercial success. The following year, Jihad reunited with Abdul Faththaah for his romantic disaster film, '' Hureemey Inthizaarugaa'' (2005) cast along with Ravee Farooq, Mariyam Zuhura, Waleedha Waleed and Neena Saleem. The film, heavily relied on the effect of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake on the Maldives, received favorable reviews from critics though it failed to perform financially. Jihad played the envious brother who is ready to go extreme extent to destroy's his brother's career and life. In 2011, ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi
Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi is a former Maldivian film actress. Career Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi appeared in Abdul Faththaah's horror film '' Eynaa'', released in 2004, with Sheela Najeeb, Mohamed Manik, Ahmed Shah, Ibrahim Jihad and Nashidha Mohamed as one of six colleagues who go on a picnic to a haunted uninhabited island and face a battle for survival. The film garnered critical appreciation especially for its technical department and was a commercial success. She then made an appearance as a cheating girlfriend and a spirit in Yoosuf Shafeeu directed horror film '' Edhathuru'' (2004) which revolves around eight friends who go on a picnic to an island and how they fight to survive the horrific incidents that befall them. The film was appreciated by critics, specifically praising its sound effect and was a commercial success. Didi received her first Gaumee Film Award nomination as the Best Supporting Actress for her "authentic" performance as the cunning and unfaithful girlfriend who i ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Mohamed Manik
Mohamed Manik (15 October 1969) is a Maldivian film actor, director and makeup artist. Career 2002–10: Critical acclaim and breakthrough Manik rose to fame and prominence in the television industry and was applauded for his performance in a dual role, Ahmed Ayaz and Mohamed Adheel, in the Abdul Faththaah-directed critically acclaimed television series, '' Thiyey Mihithuge Vindhakee'' (2003) which was considered as one of the best series production in television industry. Fattah's horror film '' Eynaa'' was released in 2004, which appears Sheela Najeeb, Manik, Ahmed Shah, Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi, Ibrahim Jihad and Nashidha Mohamed as six colleagues who go on a picnic to a haunted uninhabited island and their battle for survival. The film garnered critical appreciation specially for its technical department and was a commercial success. At 4th Gaumee Film Awards ceremony, Manik was nominated as the Best Actor for his performance in the film. Manik collaborated for the first wit ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |
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Sheela Najeeb
Sheela Najeeb (born 7 September 1974) is a Maldivian film actress. She has established a career in Maldivian Film Industry and is the recipient of several awards, including one Gaumee Film Awards and two Maldivian Film Awards. She made her screen debut alongside Junaid in a music video "Nudhaashey Magey Loabivaa" and featured in several films thereafter. In 2001, she gained wider recognition for the lead role in the romance film '' Hiiy Edhenee''; a remake of '' Dhadkan'', followed by Abdul Faththaah's '' Aan... Aharenves Loabivin'' (2002) and his horror film '' Eynaa'' (2004). She received a Gaumee Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for playing the iniquitous mother in '' Zuleykha'' (2005). She went on to establish herself as a leading actress of Maldivian cinema by starring in the horror film '' Zalzalaa En'buri Aun'' (2010) resulting in a Gaumee Film Award for Best Actress nomination. During the year played supporting roles in year's two highest grossing films, '' Niuma' ... [...More Info...]       [...Related Items...]     OR:     [Wikipedia]   [Google]   [Baidu]   |