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Rafiyath Rameeza
Rafiyath Rameeza (23 March 1976) is a Maldivian singer. Early life Rafiyath Rameeza was born and raised in the "Rameez family" where several artists including Ali Rameez and Ibrahim Rameez were brought up and "ruled" the music industry. At the age of 12, while studying at Aminiya School, she competed in the Television Maldives Interschool Singing Competition and continued to participate in the same competition for more years. In 1993, at the age of seventeen, while studying at Malé English School, Rameeza performed the song "Kaakuhey Mithaahuree" in the competition which fetched the award for best performer from her age category and was ranked in the second place of the competition. The following year, she performed the song "Heylaa Hure Ey" which again resulted in her winning the first place in the age category and second place in overall from the competition. She credited the old Bollywood classical songs for the trainings, vocal exercises and techniques she had learnt in sing ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
National Award Of Recognition For Performing Arts
The National Award of Recognition for Performing Arts is one of the categories in the National Award of Recognition presented annually by the President of the Maldives to acknowledge, encourage and honor the outstanding contribution of individuals in film production, direction, acting, singing and music composition. The National Award is the most prestigious award given in Maldives. Established in 1979, National Award was given in major two categories; National Award of Honor and National Award of Recognition, which is further categorized based on the honored fields. The first recipient of the award was music composer Ibrahim Ahmed, who has been noted as the local "backbone" for modernizing the old-fashioned music into the latest trend. Among the awardees, singer Fareedha Mohamed is the only posthumous recipient. Actor Chilhiya Moosa Manik, actor Kopee Mohamed Rasheed, Kashima Ahmed Shakir and director Fathimath Nahula have been honored with National Award of Recognition in other ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Heyonuvaane
''Heyonuvaane'' () is a 2010 drama film directed by Yoosuf Shafeeu. Written and produced by Fathimath Nahula under Crystal Entertainment, the film stars Yoosuf Shafeeu, Fathimath Fareela and Sheela Najeeb in pivotal roles. The film was released on 28 December 2010. Cast * Yoosuf Shafeeu as Ziya * Fathimath Fareela as Rizna Zareer * Sheela Najeeb as Muna * Maani as Maani * Lufshan Shakeeb as Nasheed * Mohamed Faisal as Dr. Latheef * Koyya Hassan Manik as Hamid * Fauziyya Hassan as Muna's mother * Aminath Rasheedha as Ziyad's mother Soundtrack Release and response Upon release, the film received mixed reviews from critics. Ahmed Naif from ''Sun'' displeased with its predictable storyline wrote: "The use of flashbacks and character introduction was lame. Neither the order of scenes nor its transactions are worth being mentioned. The only good thing about this movie is Sheela Najeeb Sheela Najeeb (born 7 September 1974) is a Maldivian film actress. She has established a care ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sirru
''Sirru'' () is a 1998 Maldivian drama film directed by Hussain Adhil. Produced by Villager Maldives, the film stars Reeko Moosa Manik, Shiznee, Rizla, Arifa Ibrahim, Chilhiya Moosa Manik and Jamsheedha Ahmed in pivotal roles. Premise Shaliya (Shiznee) is happily married to Rilwan (Reeko Moosa Manik) who secretly is married to Jeeza ( Jamsheedha Ahmed). Envious of Rilwan's affection towards Shaliya, Jeeza planned to snatch him away from Shaliya by spreading false rumors regarding her. Shaliya suffered a miscarriage due to an accident while Jeeza was blessed with the news of her pregnancy. Meanwhile Rilwan is having an affair with a third woman Seema (Rizla), a colleague from Airport. Cast * Reeko Moosa Manik Moosa Manik also known as Reeko Moosa Manik is a Maldivian former actor and politician know as hanburu. He also served as former deputy speaker of the Maldives Parliament, and former chairman of the Maldivian Democratic Party. He was a member of ... as Rilwan * Aisha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Abdul Hannan Moosa Didi
Abdul Hannan Moosa Didi (13 June 1959) is a Maldivian singer, music composer and producer. Early life and career At the age of seventeen, Didi started performing casually with his friends which helped him develop self-confidence and improve his singing capabilities. In 1977, he was offered a stage performance in a tourist resort to celebrate one of their occasions, which resulted in him getting several offers. During the time, he was more keen to perform English language songs than Hindustani classical songs. Apart from singing, he has also contributed to the industry by composing original music and tracks for films, albums and events. One of his most acclaimed music composition includes "Kaiveneege Amaazu" from the film ''Haali''. In 1983, the Government of Maldives honoured her with the National Award of Recognition, which makes him the fourth male singer to receive this honour. In the Aafathis Awards ceremony held in 1998, he received the Best Male Playback Singer Award for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ethoofaaneerey
''Ethoofaaneerey'' is a 1998 Maldivian film directed by Ali Musthafa. Produced by Hassan Ali under Dash Studio, the film stars Aishath Shiranee and Hussain Sobah in pivotal roles. Premise A woman dies while giving birth to a twins. In a helpless condition, their uncle (Chilhiya Moosa Manik) handover one of the twins to an infertile parent (Aminath Rasheedha and Ibrahim) living in Male'. Several years later, Ifasha (Aishath Shiranee), an unattractive nerd, abandoned by her mother (Mariyam Haleem), joins a class to complete her studies where she is harassed and bullied for looking ordinary. Nifasha lashes out at her classmate, Fayaz ( Hussain Sobah) when he approaches her in public, with whom she later bonds once he apologizes for being rude to her. A romantic relationship grows between them which resulted in them getting married and living their happiest lives with their daughter, Shuha (Mariyam Sheleen), until Fayaz's unfortunate demise in a fire accident. In a state of shock, Sh ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kulunu
''Kulunu'' () is a 1994 Maldivian drama film written and directed by Ali Waheed. Produced by Mapa, the film stars Aminath Muneera, Ismail Wajeeh and Aishath Shiranee in pivotal roles. Synopsis Rashid (Ismail Wajeed), a hardworking doctor goes to Addu upon the request of the government where he meets a dedicated nurse, Reema (Aminath Muneera) who spends all her time serving her ill mother. When her mother passes away, Rashid personally takes care of Reema and a romantic relationship begins between them. The couple plan their marriage while his family arranges his marriage with his childhood friend, Nasheedha (Aishath Shiranee). Cast * Aminath Muneera as Reema * Ismail Wajeeh as Rashid * Aishath Shiranee as Nasheedha * Koyya Hassan Manik Hassan Ali Manik professionally known as Koyya Hassan Manik (25 April 1953 – 20 February 2021) was a Maldivian film actor and producer. Career 1989–2008: Early releases and first lead role with ''Ajaaib'' In 1989, Najuma offered him to fe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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 registered on December 28, 1978, to fill the gap created by the absence of a newspaper. The first issue of Haveeru was brought out on January 1, 1979, under the proprietorship of Mohamed Zahir Hussain, who is a close friend of the President Maumoon Abdul Gayoom and has been serving Minister level positions of the government since 1978 The name The name ''Haveeru'' symbolises the onset of the cool evening time after the heat of the day, which is also the time when the newspaper is brought out. In Dhivehi literature, "haveeru kurun" means the get-together of poets and writers for literary exchanges. Thus, it was decided that the newspaper's name should also symbolise news, information and literary learning. Haveeru Daily is the longest serving ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Niuma Mohamed
Niuma Mohamed (pronounced ; 20 October 1977) is a Maldivian film actress, director, and producer. The highest-paid actress in Maldives, Mohamed is the recipient of several awards, including two Gaumee Film Awards, and four Maldives Film Awards. She holds the record for collecting all three Maldives Film Awards for Best Actress in a feature film. In 2011, the Government of Maldives honoured her with the National Award of Recognition. Mohamed was born in Vaadhoo and raised in Male'. After completing eight years of standard education, she dropped out of school and joined a taxi centre where a customer, a producer of Television Maldives, offered her to make her career debut with the drama series '' Hithi Thajuribaa'' (1994). Despite some criticism, she soon received several offers and starred in the horror film '' Fathis Handhuvaru'' (1997), which proved to be a breakthrough for her. She went on to act in several more horror films, including '' Zalzalaa'' (2000), ''Ginihila'' (20 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fathis Handhuvaru
''Fathis Handhuvaru'' () is a 1997 Maldivian horror film directed by Easa Shareef. Produced by Aslam Rasheed under Slam Studio, the film stars Reeko Moosa Manik and Niuma Mohamed in pivotal roles. The film is celebrated as the most successful and watched Maldivian film release and was considered to be the "all time favorite" Maldivian film. Plot A group of friends go on a picnic to an island. Within the group, Zoona (Niuma Mohamed) is instantly attracted to Jina (Reeko Moosa Manik). The first night, she woke up at midnight and enjoys walking on the beach herself. A ghost disguised as Jina accompanies the unsuspecting Zoona. When she returns home, Jina was already sleeping at the hut. The following night, they spend time together at beach, take photos together and share an intimate moment. Next morning, she was revealed by a friend that she was alone on the beach. Suspecting strange events, that night she took a friend with her and was startled when her friend doesn't see Jina. Zoo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fathis Handhuvaruge Feshun 3D
''Fathis Handhuvaruge Feshun 3D'' is a 2013 Maldivian romantic horror film directed by Ali Shifau. Produced by Mohamed Ali under Dark Rain Entertainment, the film stars Yoosuf Shafeeu, Fathimath Fareela and Ahmed Nimal in pivotal roles. The film was released on 4 April 2013. It serves as a prequel to ''Fathis Handhuvaru'' (1997) which starred Reeko Moosa Manik and Niuma Mohamed in lead roles. It also celebrates the first 3D Maldivian film released in the cinema. Cast *Yoosuf Shafeeu as Jinaa *Fathimath Fareela as Niha *Mohamed Faisal as Adam Saleem *Ahmed Nimal as Naseem * Ahmed Saeed as Shareef *Mohamed Faisal as Zuhairu *Hamid Ali as Hassana *Aminath Ameela as Shafeega *Hawwa Zahira as Latheefa *Mariyam Haleem as Bodudaitha *Zainab Mansoor as Naasiha *Shahid Mohamed as Shahid *Mohamed Ibrahim as Mechanic *Ahmed Faiz as Waiter *Ali Zaidan as Boy running *Abdulla Ajuwad as Boy running *Abdullah Hussain Abusy as Jina *Ibrahim Wisan as Badheeu (Special appearance) * Rafiyath Ramee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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 Maldives Film Awards. In 2018, the Government of Maldives honoured him with the National Award of Recognition. Career Ali Shifau collaborated with Moomin Fuad to direct the critically appreciated crime film ''Heylaa'' (2006) featuring a cast of Ismail Rasheed, Ahmed Mauroof, Zeenath Abbas, Lufshan Shakeeb and Abdulla Muaz. The film narrates the story of a fourteen year old ambitious boy who finds himself unknowingly being involved in the smuggling of a revolver. Apart from directing the film, Shifau worked as the editor and cinematographer, marking it as the first Maldivian film to be shot in high-definition digital video. Though the film received positive reviews from critics, it was a commercial failure. Shifau opined that its commercial sta ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
President Of The Maldives
The president of the Maldives ( dv, ދިވެހިރާއްޖޭގެ ރައީސުލްޖުމްހޫރިއްޔާ) is the head of state and head of government of the Republic of Maldives and the commander-in-chief of the Maldives National Defence Force. The current president is Ibrahim Mohamed Solih elected in 2018 by a majority of 58.4%, taking the government from Abdulla Yameen Abdul Gayoom. Qualifications The Constitution of the Maldives requires the following for a president: * be a Maldivian citizen born to parents who are Maldivian citizens * and who is not also a citizen of a foreign country * be a Muslim and a follower of a Sunni school of Islam; List of officeholders Key ;''Political parties'' * * * * * * * Latest election Results See also * Politics of the Maldives *History of the Maldives The history of the Maldives is intertwined with the history of the broader Indian subcontinent and the surrounding regions, comprising the areas of South Asia and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
