Vakin Loabin is a 2018 Maldivian family drama film directed by Ali Shifau. Co-produced by Mohamed Ali and Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq under Dark Rain Entertainment, the film stars Mohamed Jumayyil and Mariyam Majudha and Nuzuhath Shuaib in pivotal roles. The film was released on 5 March 2018.[1] The film tells a story of a young couple's divorce and its impact on everyone around.[2]
| Vakin Loabin | |
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| Directed by | Ali Shifau |
| Written by | Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq |
| Screenplay by | Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq |
| Produced by | Mohamed Ali Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq |
| Starring | Mohamed Jumayyil Mariyam Majudha Nuzuhath Shuaib |
| Cinematography | Ali Shifau Ahmed Sinan |
| Edited by | Ali Shifau |
| Music by | Mohamed Ikram |
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Release date |
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| Country | Maldives |
| Language | Dhivehi |
Cast
edit- Mohamed Jumayyil as Azaan Adam
- Mariyam Majudha as Nuha Zahir
- Nuzuhath Shuaib as Roona
- Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi as Salma
- Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim as Whiskey
- Ahmed Sunie as Bullet
- Ibrahim Amaan as Isse
- Maisha Ahmed as Fazu
- Roanu Hassan Manik as Judge
- Ahmed Shakir as Uz. Ibrahim Adheel
- Mariyam Shakeela as Khalidha
- Azim as Samadh
- Ali Farooq as Office Boss
- Mariyam Sajiyath as Dr. Aisha
- Adam Rizwee as Hussain
- Maria Teresa Pagano as Tourist
- Mohamed Azim Abdul Haadi as Samad
Production
editFilming commenced on 7 August 2017 and finished on in November 2017.[3][2] It marks Jumayyil's second collaboration with Shuaib and his third collaboration with Majudha.[3]
Soundtrack
edit| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Nithuga Nashaa Raani" | Ishaante, Affan | Fatho | Hamoodh | |
| 2. | "Raki Hinithun" | Fatho | Fatho | Fatho, Insha Ahmed | |
| 3. | "Dhuniye Dhauruva" | Shammoon Mohamed | Fatho | Shammoon Mohamed | |
| 4. | "Paree" | Equatic Vibe | |||
| 5. | "Rankokaa" | Scores of Flair |
Release and reception
editVakin Loabin was released on 5 March 2018 and opened to a positive response at the box office. The film received a positive response from critics. Ismail Naail Nasheed from Rajje.mv applauded character development and the "remarkable" use of character building elements while specifically praising the screenplay for toning down its melodrama and breaking from the stereotypes of its genre.[4]
Accolades
edit| Award | Category | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Result | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9th Gaumee Film Awards | Best film | Vakin Loabin | Nominated | [5] |
| Best Director | Ali Shifau | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Actor | Mohamed Jumayyil | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Actress | Mariyam Majudha | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Supporting Actress | Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi | Won | [6] | |
| Nuzuhath Shuaib | Nominated | [5] | ||
| Original Song | Shammoon Mohamed for "Dhuniye Dhauruve" | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Lyricist | Shammoon Mohamed - "Dhuniye Dhauruve" | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Male Playback Singer | Shammoon Mohamed for "Dhuniye Dhauruve" | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Screenplay | Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Background Music | Mohamed Ikram | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Art Direction | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Ali, Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Costume Design | Hussain Hazim | Nominated | [5] | |
| Best Sound Editing | Ali Shifau | Nominated | [5] |
Sequel
editIn March 2018, Mohamed Ali announced that he intended to develop a sequel of Vakin Loabin, reprising the characters from the original.[7] The sequel is expected to release in 2020.[7]
References
edit- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (10 September 2017). "Songs of "Vakin Loabin" are romantic". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Retrieved 12 September 2018.
- ^ a b Adhushan, Ahmed (6 November 2017). "Shooting of "Vakin Loabin" completed". Mihaaru (in Divehi).
- ^ a b Adhushan, Ahmed (9 August 2017). "Shooting of "Vakin Loabin" commenced". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Retrieved 12 September 2018.
- ^ Nasheed, Ismail Naail (4 March 2018). "Pre-premiere review of Vakin Loabin: A break apart from a genre of melodrama; A must watch". Raajje.mv (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 18 September 2018. Retrieved 18 September 2018.
- ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l m Adhushan, Ahmed (9 November 2019). "Nominations for 9th Dhivehi Film Awards". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 24 August 2020. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
- ^ Sharaf, Aisha (16 November 2019). "Film Award: Vishak shines". Avas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 24 August 2020. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
- ^ a b Adhushan, Ahmed (11 March 2018). "A sequel to Vakin Loabin is in discussion". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Retrieved 12 September 2018.