Lheedharifulhu is a 1996 Maldivian film written and directed by Ahmed Sharumeel.[1] Produced by Makhma Hussain Rasheed under Farivaa Films, the film stars Abdul Rahman Rauf, Zaneena, Ahmed Sharumeel, Mariyam Haajara and Haajara Abdul Kareem in pivotal roles.[2][3] It narrates the downturn of a woman followed by hatred for her daughter-in-law.[4][5]
| Lheedharifulhu | |
|---|---|
 Official film poster | |
| Directed by | Ahmed Sharumeel |
| Written by | Ahmed Sharumeel |
| Screenplay by | Ahmed Sharumeel Hussain Adhil |
| Produced by | Makhma Hussain Rasheed |
| Starring | Abdul Rahman Rauf Zaneena Ahmed Sharumeel Mariyam Haajara Haajara Abdul Kareem |
| Cinematography | Hussain Adhil |
| Edited by | Hussain Adhil |
| Music by | Hussain Adhil |
Production company | Farivaa Films |
Release date |
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| Country | Maldives |
| Language | Dhivehi |
Premise
editAfter completing his studies, Sameer returns to his homeland as the headmaster of the school. Sameer's mother, Dhon Didi arranges his marriage with his childhood friend, Shehenaz, who is born and raised in a wealthy family. Dhon Didi's plans backfire when Sameer begins a romantic relationship with an underprivileged woman, Fathimath Sameeha. Dejected, she declares war against the married couple and determines to make Sameeha's life miserable at any cost. Dhon Didi conspires to prove Sameeha's infidelity, all of which ultimately works in favor of the couple.
However, as the couple manages to survive the worst days of their lives, Sameer falls from a high tree and becomes handicapped which leads him to resign from his post. Sameeha, now pregnant, added with their financial instabilities, is thrown from the house when Sameer dies from further injuries to his previous wound. Shehenaz marries Sameer's younger brother, Nawaz, to avenge Sameeha for snatching her first love, Sameer. The news of Shehenaz and Nawaz's marriage was anticipated to bring fortune to Dhon Didi. However, things did not work out as her plans, when the indolent daughter-in-law treats Dhon Didi as a servant in the house.
Cast
edit- Abdul Rahman Rauf as Nawaz
- Zaneena as Shehenaz
- Ahmed Sharumeel as Ahmed Sameer
- Mariyam Haajara as Fathimath Sameeha
- Haajara Abdul Kareem as Dhondhee
- Abdul Rasheed
- Mohamed Naeem
- Waheedha
- Mariyam Ali
- Moosa Rushdhee
- Ahmed Ibrahim
- Thuhthu Maniku
- Hassan Didi
Soundtrack
edit| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Reyrey Kuri Dhauru Neyngeythee" | Ahmed Riza (Tharaboozu) | Shifa Thaufeeq | 03:15 |
| 2. | "Dhen Othee Hoadhumey" | Easa Shareef | Mohamed Rashad, Shifa Thaufeeq | |
| 3. | "Loabi Dheyneyey Araam" | Kaneeru Abdul Raheem | Ali Rameez, Shifa Thaufeeq | 02:59 |
| 4. | "Uff Kalaa Han'dhaanvumun" | Ahmed Sharumeel | Shifa Thaufeeq | 03:53 |
| 5. | "Inthiha Yaaru Libun" | Easa Shareef | Abdulla Waheedh (Feeali) | 04:43 |
| 6. | "Madun Mi Ove Nidhaalaathoa" | Jameela Saleem | Jameela Saleem |
Response
editUpon release, the film received mainly positive reviews from critics where the performance of Haajara Abdul Kareem was particularly noted for her realistic presentation of an "aggressive and insistent" mother-in-law.[4]
References
edit- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (5 November 2017). "Screen Moms: Best of the Best". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 23 January 2021. Retrieved 23 January 2021.
- ^ "Haajara and Sihthi: Cinema's legends". Hurihaa (in Divehi). 25 September 2020. Archived from the original on 23 January 2021. Retrieved 23 January 2021.
- ^ Ajuwan, Ali (27 June 2018). "Reminiscing "Ithubaaru" with the legend actor Mariyam Rasheedha". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 May 2019. Retrieved 5 May 2019.
- ^ a b Maaha, Aishath (6 February 2018). "Memories of Haajara and Sihthifulhu will always linger". Dho (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 23 November 2018. Retrieved 23 November 2018.
- ^ "Latheefa to return in Nina". Sun (in Divehi). 15 February 2020. Archived from the original on 23 January 2021. Retrieved 23 January 2021.