Dharaka is a Maldivian crime thriller web series written and directed by Azhan Ibrahim.[1] Produced by Kazmik International, it stars Ahmed Ifnaz Firag, Washiya Mohamed, and Susan Ibrahim Fulhu in main roles.[2]
| Dharaka | |
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| Genre | Crime thriller |
| Written by | Azhan Ibrahim |
| Directed by | Azhan Ibrahim |
| Music by | Shahyd Legacy |
| Country of origin | Maldives |
| Original language | Divehi |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 8 |
| Production | |
| Executive producers | Asim Ali Amira Ali Ilyas Waheed |
| Cinematography | Ismail Munawar Ahmed Zifaaf |
| Editor | Azhan Ibrahim |
| Production company | Kazmik International |
| Original release | |
| Release | 8 April – 27 May 2022 |
The series centers around a high-profile case involving the disappearance of a politician's daughter. As the story unfolds, an investigation officer takes on the task of unraveling the events leading up to the disappearance and delving into the hidden secrets of those involved. The plot is filled with twists and turns, keeping viewers engaged as they follow the officer's journey to uncover the truth.
Cast and characters edit
Main edit
- Ahmed Ifnaz Firag as Nawal
- Washiya Mohamed as Nisha Sameer
- Susan Ibrahim Fulhu as Nazima Shakir
- Aisha Ali as Ana; Nisha's best friend
- Ibrahim Jihad as Firushan; husband of Nazima Shakir
Recurring edit
- Nathasha Jaleel as Fazla
- Ali Usam as Zayan; Nisha's boyfriend
- Mohamed Afrah as Sameer; Nisha's father
- Ismail Waheed as Ahmed
- Fathimath Visama as Iyadha; Nisha's former bestfriend
- Adhuham Layaal Qasim as Raaee
- Shaanih Ali Naseem as Peepu
- Ali Nadheeh as Vildhaan
- Ahmed Nahil as Iyadha's friend
Episodes edit
| No. | Title | Directed by | Original release date | |
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| 1 | "Raiy Lafu" | Azhan Ibrahim | April 8, 2022 | |
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An urgent and sensitive case is presented to Nawal, an Investigative officer. The daughter of a prominent MP, Nazima Shakir, has gone missing. Inquiries are opened and events start to unfold, leading up to the night of disappearance. | ||||
| 2 | "Bunyaadhu" | Azhan Ibrahim | April 15, 2022 | |
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No stone is left unturned as Nawal brings forth all the individuals involved in Nisha's life. Different versions of the event of the night of the disappearance are relayed to Nawal while he tries to figure the truth behind it and each of their agenda behind it. | ||||
| 3 | "Awaamendhuru" | Azhan Ibrahim | April 22, 2022 | |
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The conflict between the ex-boyfriend, Rai, and the current boyfriend, Zayan, prior to Nisha's disappearance comes to light. Nisha's former best friend, Iyadha, reveals a secret and taboo relationship with Nisha while her current best friend contradicts the story of Iyadha. | ||||
| 4 | "Ikhthiyaaru" | Azhan Ibrahim | April 30, 2022 | |
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Nishan and Firushan's relationship comes to light when Nawal confronts him. The truth about them is revealed, yet Nawal is still no closer to finding out what happened to Nisha. Further inquiry threatens to reveal more family secrets. | ||||
| 5 | "Sirru" | Azhan Ibrahim | May 6, 2022 | |
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The legitimacy of Nisha's birth is questioned, and Nisha's dad, Sameer, reveals the reasons behind the divorce between him and Nazima. Meanwhile, Nawal's busy nature becomes ever so detrimental to his personal life. Ana reveals information that sheds new light on the investigation. | ||||
| 6 | "Heki" | Azhan Ibrahim | May 13, 2022 | |
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Nisha's body is discovered, along with it a watch. Firushan is brought back to inquiry. Meanwhile, Iyadha feels guilty about a recent event and wants to meet Ana. She is caught lying to Nawal. Nawal discovers new footage of Nisha and Iyadha. Nazima's bodyguard, Ahmed is brought into inquiry. The owner of the watch is revealed. | ||||
| 7 | "Rahumaiytheriya" | Azhan Ibrahim | May 20, 2022 | |
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Ana becomes involved in something shady. Nawal plays a trick of his own to get more information about Nazima and Ahmed. Ana reveals yet more secrets that might play a big part in the disappearance of Nisha, and in turn, Nawal learns that Ana is hiding. Nawal finally gets access to some missing CCTV footage. Pieces of the puzzle finally start to fall in place. | ||||
| 8 | "Fahu Raalhu" | Azhan Ibrahim | May 27, 2022 | |
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Nawal plays his final move, to confirm his suspicions. The picture is on the verge of being complete. Everything is in place to finally bring to light what happened to Nisha and hold the people responsible accountable. Truth is finally within Nawal's grip. | ||||
Soundtrack edit
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Dharaka" | Azhan Ibrahim, Asim Ali | Shaheed Legacy | Manaal Sadhath, Ahmed Ifnaz Firag |
Release and reception edit
On 15 March 2022, it was announced that the series would be made available for streaming on MediaNet Multi Screen platform from 8 April 2022.[3] The first episode of the series met with widespread positive reviews from critics and audience, where the performance of actors including Susan Ibrahim Fulhu, Washiya Mohamed and Ahmed Ifnaz Firag were particularly praised with the "suspense and well-crafted" direction from Azhan Ibrahim.[4] Reviewing the finale of the series, Ahmed Rasheed from MuniAvas considered the series to be an "excellent watch, if you are interested in good quality series".[5]
References edit
- ^ Abdullah, Saajid (1 November 2021). "Web series "Dharaka" coming soon". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 11 December 2021. Retrieved 11 December 2021.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (3 January 2022). "Main poster and character posters of "Dharaka" released". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 7 January 2022. Retrieved 7 January 2022.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (15 March 2022). ""Dharaka" to be released on 8 April". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 15 March 2022. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (10 April 2022). "First episode of "Dharaka" receives extremely positive response". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 12 April 2022. Retrieved 12 April 2022.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (20 June 2022). "Nisha's murderer revealed". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 12 August 2022. Retrieved 12 August 2022.