Moosa Manik commonly known as Chilhiya Moosa Manik (30 January 1940 – 24 August 2021) was a Maldivian film actor and writer.
Early life
In 1977, while studying at
Majeediyya School
Majeediyya School () is the first Maldivian government school, located in Malé, Maldives. It only accepted boys until the introduction of Primary Education in 2010, which allowed girls to attend the school as well. The English medium is follo ...
, Manik participated in the theatre play performed to celebrate the
Golden jubilee
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Bangladesh
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of Majeediyya School.
[ He then joined several other theatre performances as a hobby though his first priority lies in sketching and drawing, followed by writing.][ His most notable performance as a theatre artist includes his role as Viyazor; the administrative chief of the Portuguese kingdom who invaded and ruled over Maldives.][ His work as a theatre performer was appreciated by the government of Maldives and he was bestowed with the National Award of Recognition in 1983.]
Career
Manik made his screen debut in 1982 with a Television Maldives
Television Maldives (TVM) is the public service broadcasting TV channel of the Maldives. It was formed on 29 March 1978.
History
The station started broadcasting on 29 March 1978 to a very limited audience, 90 television sets around the capita ...
production titled '' Ghaazee Bandaarain'' where he reprised the role of Viyazor, which he performed in his previous theatre plays.[ One of the earliest releases in Maldivian cinema, the film narrates the invasion of ]Portuguese
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* anything of, from, or related to the country and nation of Portugal
** Portuguese cuisine, traditional foods
** Portuguese language, a Romance language
*** Portuguese dialects, variants of the Portuguese language
** Portu ...
in Maldives and the re-capturing of Malé
Malé is the capital and most populous city of the Maldives. With a population of 211,908 in 2022 within its administrative area and coterminous geographical area of , Malé is one of the most densely populated cities in the world. The city i ...
by Muhammad Thakurufaanu Al Auzam
As-Sulṭaan al-Ghaazee Muhammad Thakurufaanu al-A'uẓam or As-Sultan Ghazi Muhammad Bodu Thakurufaanu (; died 18 August 1585) ruled over the Maldives Islands from 1573 to 1585. He is known for fighting the Portuguese who ruled over the Maldiv ...
. His "authentic" performance was appreciated by the critics and audiences which resulted in him receiving several film offers from producers.[
In 1993, he appeared in Ibrahim Rasheed-directed film '']Beyvafaa
''Beyvafaa'' is a 1993 Maldivian drama film directed by Ibrahim Rasheed. Produced by Hussain Rasheed under Farivaa Films, the film stars Hussain Ali, Reeko Moosa Manik and Waleedha Waleed in pivotal roles.
Premise
Sharumeela (Waleedha Waleed), a ...
'' where he played the role of a concerned father who disowns his son with regard to his decision to marry a blind orphan.[ In his next release, ]Ahmed Nimal
Ahmed Nimal is a Maldivian actor, director, editor, writer and producer.
Early life
Prior to acting in films, Nimal worked at Maldives Meteorological Service office. His interest in films and acting grew due to the influence of his colleagues inc ...
's '' Sitee'', Manik portrayed a character who adopts an orphan and assists him in the search for his father. The following year, Manik starred alongside Hassan Afeef
Hassan Afeef is a Maldivian film actor. He is celebrated as the actor being featured in the first Maldivian film and song. He is also noted to be the actor to have worked with most directors away from home and acted in most films that were shot ab ...
, Arifa Ibrahim
Arifa Ibrahim (born 22 June 1955) is a Maldivian actress, producer, director and writer.
Early life
Daughter of late Ibrahim Fulhu and late Fathma Fulhu, Arifa Ibrahim was born on 22 June 1955. She got married at the age of fourteen and is bless ...
, Lillian Saeed and Mariyam Haajara in Ibrahim Rasheed's family drama '' Dhevana An'bi'', in which he played the role of an underprivileged senior citizen who changed the life of an ordinary man with his intellects and determination.[ The film revolves around a couple who gets separated due to social discrimination initiated by a cunning mother-in-law.][
]Hamid Ali
Hamid Ali is a Maldivian film director, producer, actor and writer.
Career
In 1993, Ali starred in two films; ''Mithutu'' and ''Vari''. The following year, he starred alongside Hassan Afeef, Arifa Ibrahim, Lillian Saeed and Mariyam Haajara in Ib ...
's '' Badhal'' was released in 1996, in which he starred alongside Ali, Hussain Sobah
Hussain Sobah (born 11 November 1972) is a Maldivian film actor, music composer and playback singer.
Career
In 1995, Sobah featured in Mohamed Shiyaz's ''Dhushman'' alongside Mariyam Nisha, Aminath Rasheedha and Hamid Ali in pivotal roles. In the ...
and 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. ...
as a wealthy businessman who is being duped in a series of events caused due to a misunderstanding by a "non-existent" twin. He also appeared in a Television Maldives
Television Maldives (TVM) is the public service broadcasting TV channel of the Maldives. It was formed on 29 March 1978.
History
The station started broadcasting on 29 March 1978 to a very limited audience, 90 television sets around the capita ...
production, ''Fun Asaru
''Fun Asaru'' is a 1996 Maldivian drama film directed by Amila Adam, Emaz Abdul Shukoor and Aishath Leela. Produced by Television Maldives, the film stars Aishath Shiranee, Hussain Sobah, Ibrahim Rasheed and Hawwa Riyaza in pivotal roles.
Premis ...
'' (1996) which follows two women; one searching for her mother and one fighting cancer. This was followed by his brief role 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 care ...
's debut direction ''Huras
''Huras'' is a 1996 Maldivian comedy drama film written and directed by Amjad Ibrahim. Produced by Hussain Rasheed under Farivaa Films, the film stars Hassan Afeef, Mariyam Rasheedha, Vazuna Ahmed, Koyya Hassan Manik and Arifa Ibrahim in pivotal ...
'' (1996) which was developed with the sole intention of winning Gaumee Film Awards
The Gaumee Film Awards aka Dhivehi Film Awards are presented by National Centre for the Arts to honour both artistic and technical excellence of professionals in the Maldivian film industry. The Gaumee Film Award ceremony is the oldest film event ...
though it failed to garner any award at 2nd Gaumee Film Awards ceremony. The next year, Manik appeared alongside Hussain Sobah
Hussain Sobah (born 11 November 1972) is a Maldivian film actor, music composer and playback singer.
Career
In 1995, Sobah featured in Mohamed Shiyaz's ''Dhushman'' alongside Mariyam Nisha, Aminath Rasheedha and Hamid Ali in pivotal roles. In the ...
, Mariyam Nisha
Mariyam Nisha (born 19 May 1979) is a Maldivian actress.
Early life
Nisha was born on 19 May 1979 in Dh. Rinbudhoo. She recalled her childhood days as a "disturbing chapter" of life where she had to refrain from enjoying with friends due to a sk ...
and Jamsheedha Ahmed
Jamsheedha Ahmed (2 December 1978) is a Maldivian actress.
Career 1996–99: Early releases and ''Amaanaaiy''
Ahmed made her screen debut in 1996 with the video single titled "Nudhaashe Dhookohfaa Loabivaa" performed by Abdul Sameeu. Recalling ...
as the father of an established actress who sacrifices her career for an underprivileged talented vocalist 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 care ...
's ''Loabeege Aniyaa
''Loabeega Aniyaa'' is a 1997 Maldivian drama film directed by Ahmed Shimau. Produced by Hussain Rasheed under Farivaa Films, the film stars Mariyam Nisha, Hussain Sobah, Jamsheedha Ahmed and Hamid Ali in pivotal roles.
Plot
Sofa (Mariyam Nisha) ...
''. Mariyam Shauqee's widely acclaimed family drama television series ''Kahthiri
''Kahthiri'' is a Maldivian television series developed for Television Maldives by Mariyam Shaugee. Produced by Television Maldives in collaboration with UNFPA, the series stars Arifa Ibrahim, Ibrahim Shakir, Ali Shameel, Hassan Afeef, Ahmed Giya ...
'' was released in 1998, where he played the role of the chief of the district council advocating for the right of citizens and was credited as the writer of the series along with Fathimath Nahula
Fathimath Nahula (born 22 June 1973) is a Maldivians, 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 tim ...
and Ibrahim Rasheed.
In 2000, Manik starred alongside Ahmed Asim
Ahmed Asim (born 29 November 1981) is a Maldivian actor, editor, director, and writer who has established a career in the Maldives Film Industry.
Career
Asim made his screen debut with a video single alongside Jamsheedha Ahmed. His first film re ...
, Mariyam Nazima
Mariyam Nazima is a Maldivian film actress.
Early life
Mariyam Nazima was born in Male', Maldives. She made her screen debut with an advertisement. Afterwards, she was seen in the video single, "Fennaathee Balanyaa Loabin" directed by Abdulla Shu ...
, 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 featur ...
and Waleedha Waleed
Waleedha Waleed is a Maldivian film actress, choreographer, director, seamstress and politician.
Career
In 1989, at the age of fourteen, Waleedha Waleed made her screen debut with a video single directed by Musthafa Hussain. She went on to feature ...
in Haajara Abdul Kareem-directed '' Ajaaib'' which depicts the relationship of two exemplary wives and their respective families regardless of societal norms. Apart from playing the father of an emotionally immature wife 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 care ...
's comedy drama film, ''Majubooru Loabi
''Majubooru Loabi'' (English: forced love) is a 2000 Maldivian comedy drama film directed by Amjad Ibrahim. Produced by Shiham Rasheed under Motion Pictures, the film stars Yoosuf Shafeeu, Reeko Moosa Manik and Mariyam Nisha in pivotal roles. Th ...
'' (2000), he also featured as a wealthy businessman who marries a gold-digger in Aslam Rasheed's '' Shaalinee''. Besides, he appeared in year's most successful Maldivian film, Ahmed Nimal
Ahmed Nimal is a Maldivian actor, director, editor, writer and producer.
Early life
Prior to acting in films, Nimal worked at Maldives Meteorological Service office. His interest in films and acting grew due to the influence of his colleagues inc ...
's horror classic ''Zalzalaa
''Zalzalaa'' is a 2000 Maldivian horror classic film written and directed by Ahmed Nimal. Produced by Aslam Rasheed under Slam Studio, the film stars Ibrahim Wisan, Niuma Mohamed and Ali Shameel in pivotal roles.
Premise
Ahmed Zameel (Ibrahim Wi ...
'', where he played the spiritual old man treating a man possessed by a female spirit assigned to complete an unfulfilled prophecy.
The following year, he starred in Ali Shameel's drama film ''Hithi Nimun
''Hithi Nimun'' is a 2001 Maldivian drama film directed by Ali Shameel. Produced by Aslam Rasheed under Slam Studio, the film stars Mohamed Shavin, Mariyam Nisha, Mohamed Afrah and Sheereen Abdul Wahid in pivotal roles.
Premise
Junaid Ahmed (Moh ...
'' (2001) opposite Mohamed Shavin
Mohamed Shavin is a Maldivian film actor.
Career
In 2000, he played the role of Fayaz, an ignorant husband who is deeply in love with a patient suffering from congenital heart disease in Abdul Faththaah's television drama series '' Dhoapatta''. St ...
, Mariyam Nisha
Mariyam Nisha (born 19 May 1979) is a Maldivian actress.
Early life
Nisha was born on 19 May 1979 in Dh. Rinbudhoo. She recalled her childhood days as a "disturbing chapter" of life where she had to refrain from enjoying with friends due to a sk ...
and Sheereen Abdul Wahid
Sheereen Abdul Wahid is a Maldivian film actress.
Career
Wahid made her film debut in Ali Shameel's drama film '' Hithi Nimun'' (2001) featuring opposite Mohamed Shavin and Mariyam Nisha, which follows the storyline of a stubborn young man who aba ...
, which follows the storyline of a stubborn young man who abandons his girlfriend when he discovers about her pregnancy.
In 2003, Manik played a supporting role in Imad Ismail-directed horror film ''Araamagu Dhonkamana
''Araamagu Dhonkamana'' is a 2003 Maldivian horror film written and directed by Imad Ismail. Produced by Aslam Rasheed under Slam Studio, the film stars Asad Shareef, Mariyam Shazna, Mohamed Afrah and Mariyam Nazima in pivotal roles. Shooting of ...
'' (2003) which narrates the story of a woman spirit who rises from the sea and marries a toddy extractor, disguised as a human being. He also collaborated with Abdul Faththaah
Abdul Faththaah Abdul Gayyoom (born 6 December 1971), commonly known as Abdul Faththaah is a Maldivians, Maldivian film director, Film producer, producer, Film editing, editor, screenwriter and Choreography, choreographer. One of the most successf ...
for his romantic disaster film
A disaster film or disaster movie is a film genre that has an impending or ongoing disaster as its subject and primary plot device. Such disasters may include natural disasters, accidents, offensive (military), military/terrorism, terrorist att ...
, ''Hureemey Inthizaarugaa
''Hureemey Inthizaarugaa'' (''English translation'': I waited) is a 2005 Maldivian romantic drama film directed by Abdul Faththaah. Co-produced by Malla Ahmed Nasir and Ahmed Arif under Apollo Entertainments, the film stars Ravee Farooq, Mariya ...
'' (2005) cast along with Ravee Farooq
Ravee Farooq (born 23 April 1982) is a Maldivian actor, director, editor and choreographer.
Career
Farooq made his film debut with Abdul Faththaah-directed romantic disaster film, '' Hureemey Inthizaarugaa'' (2005) cast along with Mariyam Zuhura ...
, Mariyam Zuhura
Mariyam Zuhura (22 June 1986) is a Maldivian former film actress.
Career
In 2003, Zuhura worked with Mohamed Shareef and Muawiyath Anwar for their television series, ''Ujaalaa Raasthaa'', which narrates the journey of two best friends in three g ...
, Waleedha Waleed
Waleedha Waleed is a Maldivian film actress, choreographer, director, seamstress and politician.
Career
In 1989, at the age of fourteen, Waleedha Waleed made her screen debut with a video single directed by Musthafa Hussain. She went on to feature ...
, 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 Ibra ...
and Neena Saleem
Neena Saleem is a Maldivian actress.
Career
In 1996, Saleem made a brief appearance in Yoosuf Rafeeu's award winning film '' Haqqu'' as a friend of Lamha, a promiscuous woman who falls in love with a married man. The film starring Mariyam Nisha, ...
. The film, heavily relied on the effect of the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake on the Maldives
In the independent republic of Maldives, all islands except for 9 were hit by the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. 82 people were killed and 24 reported missing and presumed dead after the archipelago was hit by a tsunami caused by the 2004 Indian O ...
, received favorable reviews from critics though it failed to perform financially.[ Manik played the father of Reena, who has been traumatized by the events that lead to a big loss in her family.][ Apart from playing the calm and genuine father in ]Abdul Faththaah
Abdul Faththaah Abdul Gayyoom (born 6 December 1971), commonly known as Abdul Faththaah is a Maldivians, Maldivian film director, Film producer, producer, Film editing, editor, screenwriter and Choreography, choreographer. One of the most successf ...
-directed critically acclaimed television series, ''Thiyey Mihithuge Vindhakee
''Thiey Mihithuge Vindhakee'' is a 2003 Maldivian romantic television series directed by Abdul Faththaah. The series stars Sheela Najeeb, Mohamed Manik, Zeenath Abbas in lead roles.
Premise
Ahmed Ayaz (Mohamed Manik) visits his parents' island ...
'' (2003), Manik appeared in Fathimath Nahula
Fathimath Nahula (born 22 June 1973) is a Maldivians, 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 tim ...
's critically and commercially successful romantic drama
Romance films involve romantic love stories recorded in visual media for broadcast in theatres or on television that focus on passion (emotion), passion, emotion, and the affectionate romantic involvement of the main characters. Typically their ...
television series, ''Kalaage Haqqugaa
''Kalaage Haqqugaa'' is a Maldivian romantic drama television series developed for Television Maldives by Fathimath Nahula. The series stars Niuma Mohamed, Ali Ahmed, Ali Seezan, Jamsheedha Ahmed, Sheela Najeeb, Aminath Rasheedha and Ali Shamee ...
''.
Manik next appeared as a sorcerer in ''Hukuru Vileyrey
''Hukuru Vileyrey'' (), is a 2006 Maldivian romantic horror film directed by Aishath Rishmy and Aminath Rasheedha. Produced by Rasheedha under Yaaraa Productions, the film stars Yoosuf Shafeeu, Aishath Rishmy, Mariyam Azza and Zeenath Abbas in ...
'' (2006), co-directed by Aishath Rishmy
Aishath Rishmy Rameez (born 15 November 1985) is a Maldivian actress, film producer and director. She has established a career in Maldives Film Industry and is a recipient of several awards, including three Gaumee Film Awards, and two Maldives Fi ...
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'' () was the longest serving daily newspaper in the Maldives, established on 1 January 1979.
Haveeru Online is owned by Haveeru Media Group – a company registered under the founder, Mohamed Zahir Hussain's three children – L ...
'' in 2003. The film was a critical and commercial success while being considered as "one of the few acceptable horror film the Maldivian Film Industry has ever produced". It was later released as 15 episodes television series with inclusion of several clips that were edited off while released in theatre.
In 2008, Manik appeared in a small role in Fathimath Nahula
Fathimath Nahula (born 22 June 1973) is a Maldivians, 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 tim ...
's romantic drama film, ''Yoosuf
''Yoosuf'' is a 2008 Maldivian romantic drama film written and directed by Fathimath Nahula. Produced under Crystal Entertainment, the film stars Yoosuf Shafeeu, Niuma Mohamed, Sheela Najeeb, Mohamed Manik, Ahmed Nimal and Ahmed Lais Asim in pivo ...
'' which depicts the story of a deaf and mute man (played by 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 eigh ...
) who has been mistreated by a wealthy family, mocking his disability. Featuring an ensemble cast including 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 eigh ...
, 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. ...
, 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 ...
, Ahmed Nimal
Ahmed Nimal is a Maldivian actor, director, editor, writer and producer.
Early life
Prior to acting in films, Nimal worked at Maldives Meteorological Service office. His interest in films and acting grew due to the influence of his colleagues inc ...
, Fauziyya Hassan
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, Ravee Farooq
Ravee Farooq (born 23 April 1982) is a Maldivian actor, director, editor and choreographer.
Career
Farooq made his film debut with Abdul Faththaah-directed romantic disaster film, '' Hureemey Inthizaarugaa'' (2005) cast along with Mariyam Zuhura ...
, Zeenath Abbas
Fathimath Zeenath (born 14 August 1978), commonly known as Zeenath Abbas is a Maldivian actress. She has established a career in Maldivian films and is the recipient of a Gaumee Film Award.
Making her screen debut alongside Reeko Moosa Manik in ...
and Ahmed Lais Asim, the film received widespread critical acclaim and attained blockbuster status at box office.
Filmography
Feature film
Television
Short film
Accolades
References
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1940 births
2021 deaths
People from Malé
21st-century Maldivian male actors
Maldivian male film actors