''Mee Loaybakee'' () is a 2017 Maldivian

romantic comedy Romantic comedy (also known as romcom or rom-com) is a sub-genre of comedy and Romance novel, romance fiction, focusing on lighthearted, humorous plot lines centered on romantic ideas, such as how true love is able to surmount all obstacles. Ro ...

film 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 ...

. Produced by Mohamed Ali and Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq under

Dark Rain Entertainment Dark Rain Entertainment is a Maldivian production company based in Male' producing Maldivian films. Established in 2006, the studio has produced the first Maldivian films shot entirely in HD, 3D and on DSLR. History The studio's first feature ...

, the film stars

Mohamed Jumayyil Mohamed Jumayyil Nimal (born 19 April 1989) is a Maldivian actor. He has established a career in Maldives Film Industry and is a recipient of several awards, including two Gaumee Film Awards. Born in Malé, Jumayyil is the son of the renowned Mal ...

and

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 Rashee ...

in pivotal roles. The film was released on 5 April 2017.

Plot

Ishan and Lamha are lovers, but had to part ways as Ishan left abroad for further studies. After completing his studies Ishan returns and announce his marriage with his new girlfriend Nashfa. Lam who still has feelings for Ishan is heartbroken but pretends to be happy for him. One day Lam challenge Ishan to buy condom from the pharmacy as she knows the pharmacist is Nash's brother Mumthaz. Lam tries her best to separate Nash and Ishan like fooling Nash into believing Ishan likes fish when actually he hates it. She even added

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into a cake she made for Ishan. But this plan fail as Sid ate the whole cake and suffers from

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. Later Ishan lies to Mumthaz that the condom he brought was for Sid and Lam is Sid's wife. During the

mahr In Islam, a mahr (in ; ; Bengali: দেনমোহর; ; ; ; also transliterated ''mehr'', ''meher'', ''denmohor, mehrieh'', or ''mahriyeh'') is the bride wealth obligation, in the form of money, possessions or teaching of verses from the Qur ...

ceremony, Sid flirts with his girlfriend Liu and Mumthaz thought he is cheating on Lam. Day before Ishan's marriage Lam confesses her feelings for Ishan leaving him in a dilemma. On the wedding day Nash encouraged Ishan to go after Lam which he does. While chasing Lam Ishan falls into the sea and Lam jumps in to save him. Ishan confesses his love for Lam and the both hug each other in the water.

Cast

as Ishan: Nash's boyfriend, Lam's love interest. *

as Lamha / Lam: Ishaan's best friend and one sided lover. * Samahath Razi Mohamed as Nashfa / Nash: Ishaan's girlfriend *

Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim (born 26 September 1991) 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 ...

as Sidhgee / Sid: Liu's boyfriend, Ishaan and Lam's friend * Mariyam Sajiyath as Liusha / Liu: Sid's girlfriend, Ishaan and Lam's friend * Ibrahim Amaan Hussain as GoGo *

Roanu Hassan Manik Roanu Hassan Manik (born 19 February 1958), is a widely acclaimed Maldivian film actor, who mainly works in the Cinema of Maldives, Maldivian film industry. Early life On 11 November 1977, while working as a Headmaster at educational centre, Mani ...

as Bodube: Ishaan's uncle *

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 dua ...

as Adhil: Lam's former boss * Abdulla Hussain as Kudey * Ahmed Sunie as Mumthaz Shakir: Nash's brother * Mohamed Faisal as Imran *

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 Ibrahim Shakir: Nash's brother *

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 Hassan Shakir: Nash's brother *

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 Shazu: Hassan Shakir's wife * Fathimath Sajina Shaheen as Asma: Ibrahim Shakir's wife * Ahmed Naavil as Naail *

Ahmed Shakir Ahmed Shakir (a.k.a. Sharkko Ammadey) (born 4 September 1991) is a Maldivian actor and editor. He initial worked with the Dark Rain Entertainment team in technical department, prior to starring in small roles from the production company includin ...

as Maisan Shakir: Mumthaz, Ibrahim and Hassan Shakir's half-brother. * Maria Teresa Pagano as Dr. Teresa: Sid's

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Aishath Gulfa Aishath Gulfa (born 17 March 1982) 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'' (19 ...

as Dr. Aisha: Ibrahim Shakir's doctor and love interest. * Abdul Fahthaah as Fatho *

Hamdhan Farooq Hamdhan Farooq (born 3 June 1983) is a Maldivian film actor. Early life Farooq was born on 3 June 1983 in Ga. Dhaandhoo. His parents, Ali Farooq and Mariyam Haleem are actors working in the film industry since 1997. He is the brother of actor Ra ...

as Shakir Usman * Mohamed Waheed as Driver * Abdulla Azaan as Receptionist *

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 Ismail (special appearance) * Yamin Rasheed as Yamin (special appearance) * Zarifa Ahmed as Zarifa (special appearance) * Ali Sulaiman as Ali Sulaiman (special appearance) * Ahmed Yafiu as Yafiu (special appearance) * Liam Adam as LJ (special appearance) *

Ali Farooq Ali Farooq (born 18 March 1954) is a Maldivian actor. Career In 2006, he collaborated with Amjad Ibrahim for romantic drama film '' Hithuge Edhun'' (2006), which tells the story of a disabled man, with Farooq playing the role of the father of ...

(special appearance) * Ali Firaq as Gang leader * Ali Nadheeh as Gang member

Soundtrack

Accolades

References

2017 films Maldivian romantic comedy films Dark Rain Entertainment films 2017 romantic comedy films Films directed by Ali Shifau Dhivehi-language films {{2010s-romantic-comedy-film-stub