Sharafudheen Abdulla (born 4 August 1991), commonly known as Sharaf Abdulla, is a Maldivian film actor.

Sharafudheen Abdulla
Sharaf at Fureytha Premier
Born (1991-08-04) 4 August 1991 (age 33)
R. Meedhoo, Maldives
NationalityMaldivian
OccupationActor
Years active2021–present
SpouseShahudha Mahmoodh

Career

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After completing his education in his homeland, R. Meedhoo, Abdulla relocated to Male' in 2010, in search of a job opportunity.[1] After working at several jobs, he joined a local television channel VTV, where he featured in a drama series developed by VTV. His talent was noticed by director Ilyas Waheed, who offered him to play a significant role for his upcoming venture.[2] Abdulla's first project was Waheed's crime thriller Nina, where he was roped in to play the lead role against Nuzuhath Shuaib.[3] However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the release of the film got delayed indefinitely making the path for his other releases.[4] He made his career debut with Ilyas Waheed's four-part anthology web series Mazloom, which follows the lives of two survivors of alleged rape assaults.[5] Reviewing from MuniAvas, Ahmed Rasheed praised the performance of Abdulla and wrote: "Though a new face, Sharaf has proved that he is here to stay, with his firm acting ability".[6]

The following year, he worked with Ilyas Waheed for his horror thriller anthology web series Biruveri Vaahaka as Azaan, a newly wed husband who searches for his wife who disappears while on honeymoon.[7] Upon release, the series received positive reviews from critics mostly pointing out the performance of the cast and writer-director Ilyas' creativity for merging horror folklore into an "engaging visual treat".[8] His next project was Dark Rain Entertainment's revenge thriller anthology web series Dark Rain Chronicles where he played the role of a scammer.[9]

Sharaf's first feature film, Hindhukolheh, produced by Dark Rain Entertainment was digitally released in 2023.[10] In this film directed by Ali Shifau, Abdulla played the role Imran, a hopelessly Romeo who helps Kiara, a girl who recently loss her memory, to fulfill her long-held wishes.[11] Starring opposite Aminath Rashfa, the film received mainly positive reviews from critics.[12] Reviewing the film from Dhen, Aishath Areena called his performance "different" and "commendable" for portraying the appropriate emotions through facial expressions and vocal texture.[12] The same year, he collaborated with Azhan Ibrahim for his crime thriller web series Mirai opposite Washiya Mohamed, where he played the role of a determined father seeking revenge for the murder of his small child.[13]

Filmography

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Feature film

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Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
2023 Hindhukolheh Imran Ali [12]
2023 Nina Hamdhu [3]
2024 Mee Ishq Ariz [14]
2024 Kanbalhi Imma [15]
2024 Fureytha Hussain [16]

Television

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Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
2021 Mazloom Aidhin Main role in "Chapter 1: Mazloom" [6]
2021 Girlfriends Hassan Guest role; "Episode: Crossroads" [17]
2022 Biruveri Vaahaka Azaan Main role; 6 episodes [7]
2022 Dark Rain Chronicles Ahmed Main role in the segment "Assalaam Alaikum" [9]
2023 Mirai Mohamed Sameen Main role; 13 episodes [13]
2023 Yaaraa Eddy Main role [18]

References

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  1. ^ Shareef, Shaniha (10 March 2023). "From technical department to acting: Sharaf is different". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 17 March 2023. Retrieved 17 March 2023.
  2. ^ Sobah, Zaidh (6 August 2021). "Sharaf: A new limelight to the industry". Avas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 8 January 2022. Retrieved 8 January 2022.
  3. ^ a b "Jumayyil has a small role in Nina, will not be part of future films". Dhen (in Divehi). 4 July 2020. Archived from the original on 11 January 2021. Retrieved 11 January 2021.
  4. ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (4 September 2020). "Release of Nina postponed due to COVID-19". Mihaaru. Archived from the original on 11 January 2021. Retrieved 10 January 2021.
  5. ^ Jaishan, Ahmed (30 June 2021). "Ille's "Mazloom" based on several societal issues". Dho? (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 25 July 2021. Retrieved 25 July 2021.
  6. ^ a b Rasheed, Ahmed (28 July 2021). ""Mazloom" a benchmark project". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 10 September 2021. Retrieved 10 September 2021.
  7. ^ a b Rasheed, Ahmed (5 July 2022). ""Mas Dhathuru 1" - A prosper addition to the chain". MuniAvas. Archived from the original on 11 August 2022. Retrieved 11 August 2022.
  8. ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (23 July 2022). "IFilms's "Biruveri Vaahaka" coming to Dhiraagu TV". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 7 October 2022. Retrieved 7 October 2022.
  9. ^ a b "Dark Rain Chronicles coming to Baiskoafu". Hurihaa (in Divehi). 23 August 2022. Archived from the original on 22 February 2023. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
  10. ^ Luba, Aminath (5 March 2023). ""Hindhukolheh" coming to MS Video Club tomorrow". The Press (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 17 March 2023. Retrieved 17 March 2023.
  11. ^ Hameed Adam, Ahmed (16 March 2022). "First Motion Picture of "Hindhukolheh" is exciting". Avas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 18 February 2023. Retrieved 18 February 2022.
  12. ^ a b c Areena, Aishath (12 March 2023). ""Hindhukolheh": A job well-done by Aasha and Sharaf". Dhen (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 17 March 2023. Retrieved 17 March 2023.
  13. ^ a b Jaishan, Ahmed (6 January 2023). "First episode of Mirai is intense". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 March 2023. Retrieved 5 March 2023.
  14. ^ Luba, Aminath (2 December 2023). "Trailer of Mee Ishq released; film to premiere next month". ThePress (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 2 December 2023. Retrieved 2 December 2023.
  15. ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (29 December 2023). ""What Kanbalhi?" Here is the trailer of Kanbalhi". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 1 January 2024. Retrieved 1 January 2024.
  16. ^ Luba, Amintah (5 March 2024). "Fureytha premiered; endless love for the film". ThePress (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 8 March 2024. Retrieved 8 March 2024.
  17. ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (21 July 2021). ""Girlfriends" for Mahdi and Munko". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 20 January 2022. Retrieved 20 January 2022.
  18. ^ Latheef, Alim Abdul (25 April 2023). "No space for criticizing; Yaaraa deserves a 100". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 20 May 2023. Retrieved 19 May 2023.