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Ahmed Asim

Ahmed Asim (born 29 November 1981) is a Maldivian actor, editor, director, and writer who has established a career in the Maldives Film Industry.

Ahmed Asim
Born (1981-11-29) 29 November 1981 (age 42)
R. Rasgetheemu
Occupation(s)Actor, editor, writer, Director
Years active1999–present
Children3

Career edit

Asim made his screen debut with a video single alongside Jamsheedha Ahmed. His first film release was Mohamed Abdul Hakeem and Mohamed Nasheed directed family drama Kaiveneege Furathama Rey (1999) though he was first offered to play a role Haajara Abdul Kareem-directed Ajaaib (2000) which was released a year later. In the latter, Asim starred alongside Mariyam Nazima, Koyya Hassan Manik and Waleedha Waleed which depicts the relationship of two exemplary wives and their respective families regardless of societal norms.[1]

Asim made a guest appearance in Yoosuf Shafeeu directed horror film Edhathuru (2004) which revolves around eight friends who go on a picnic to a haunted uninhabited island and their battle for survival.[2][3] The film garnered critical appreciation specially for its sound effect and was a commercial success.[4] The same year, he starred alongside Niuma Mohamed, Ali Seezan and Sheereen Abdul Wahid in Ahmed Nimal's horror film Handhu Keytha (2005) which unfolds the story of a man who was enchanted by a spirit while witnessing a lunar eclipse.[5] In the film, he played the friend of Ziyan who has been possessed by the spirit.[5] He next appeared in a brief role in Abdul Fatthah's critically praised romantic film Vehey Vaarey Therein (2003).[4][6] Featuring Yoosuf Shafeeu, Jamsheedha Ahmed, Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi, Mohamed Shavin, Amira Ismail and Aminath Rasheedha in crucial roles, the film narrates the story of unrequited love, and proved to be one of the highest-grossing Maldivian films of the year.[3] He rose to widespread prominence in the television industry with his performance as the only child in the family who marries his best-friend in the Arifa Ibrahim-directed critically acclaimed television series, Vairoalhi Ahves Sirrun (2005) which revolves around two best-friends involved in extra-marital affairs and who fail to practice their duty as husband and wife.[7] Starring alongside Niuma Mohamed, Lufshan Shakeeb, Aminath Rasheedha and Mariyam Shakeela, the series was listed as one of the most successful television series.[8]

His last release of the year was a collaboration with Fathimath Nahula in the critically appreciated and commercially prosperous project, a romantic drama film Zuleykha (2005) which narrates the journey of a nine years old girl seeking the lost love of her mother.[9] Featuring an ensemble cast including Sheela Najeeb, Yoosuf Shafeeu, Ali Seezan, Mohamed Manik and Mariyam Enash Sinan, he played a small role of a defeated man in love.[10][4] Thirty three housefull shows of the film were screened at the cinema making it the highest grossing Maldivian release of the year.[11] The following year, Asim again collaborated with the team of Vairoalhi Ahves Sirrun for Arifa Ibrahim's another romantic television drama series, Vaguthu Faaithu Nuvanees (2006) which consists of fifty episodes.[8] The series which follows the vengeance and retribution two best-friends go through when they both love the same person, features Asim in a role as an overly-attached boyfriend who reconciles with his father.[8]

In 2009, Asim appeared in Ali Shifau's suspense thriller Happy Birthday which narrates the story of a simple man who receives a call on his birthday informing that his wife and son have been kidnapped, only to be returned for a ransom.[12] Asim played the role of Ahmed, the younger brother of a straightforward man who had an unfortunate birthday.[12] A total of five shows with little occupancy were screened at the cinema, declaring the film a commercial failure, despite the positive response from the critics.[12] Winning five Gaumee Film Awards and twelve Maldives Film Awards, the film was also screened at the Venice Film Festival.[13]

The next year, Asim starred in Abdul Fahtah's horror film Jinni alongside Ali Seezan and Mariyam Afeefa.[14] Based on true incidents that occurred in an island of Maldives, he played the friend of Thahumeena who ultimately proposes her. Prior to release the film was marketed to be full of "suspense and uniqueness" compared to other mediocre Maldivian horror films. Upon release, the film received mixed reviews from critics; majority of them complaining for having the "same old feeling" of prior horror flicks though the performance were noted to be satisfactory. Despite the mixed reviews, the film witnessed a positive response at the box office, screening a total of twenty two housefull shows in Male', declaring it as a Mega-Hit.[15]

In 2011, Asim played the role of Azeem, the boyfriend of an introverted prudent girl living a modest lifestyle, in the Moomin Fuad-directed crime tragedy drama Loodhifa.[16] Featuring an ensemble cast, the film deals with current social issues in the society told from different perspectives of the characters.[17] Made on a budget of MVR 600,000, the film was declared a commercial failure though it received widespread critical acclaim.[16] His work in the film garnered him several award nominations, including a Gaumee Film Award nomination as the Best Editor and a nomination for the Best Supporting Actor and Best Editor in 2nd Maldives Film Awards.[18][19] Asim's only release of 2017 was Ali Musthafa-directed Malikaa which did not do well at the box office.[20][21]

Asim returned to the mainstream film-making with the Moomin Fuad-directed psychological horror thriller Nivairoalhi (2019) which marks Niuma Mohamed's last onscreen film.[22] He spent two years in preparation for the character portrayal.[23] Starring opposite Mohamed and Yoosuf Shafeeu, the film received majorly positive reviews from critics; Aishath Maaha of Dho? favored the performance of the lead actors and mentioned the "neat arrangement" of its screenplay though pointed out its "weak ending" to be unsatisfactory.[24] Praising his performance as a religious extremist, Maaha wrote: "The most authentic and best performance by a leading actor in this film has to be Asim's performance fully justifying the hardworking undertaken behind the camera".[24] Similar sentiments were echoed from Aminath Luba of Sun, where she picked Asim to be "outstanding" from the cast and opined he still has the "acting touch" though absent from the cinema for around seven years".[25]

Filmography edit

Feature film edit

Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
1999 Kaiveneege Furathama Rey Sameer [26]
2000 Ajaaib Ahmed [1]
2001 Dhumah Eri Thari Javidh [27]
2003 Vehey Vaarey Therein Nathasha's boyfriend Special appearance [6]
2004 Dharinnahtakai Junaid [4]
2004 Edhathuru Ahmed Special appearance [3]
2005 Handhu Keytha Shahid [5]
2005 Zuleykha Hamid [11]
2007 Aharen Junaid
2009 Happy Birthday Ahmed [12]
2010 Mi Hiyy Keekkuraanee? Asim [28]
2010 Jinni Ahmed [14]
2011 Loodhifa Azeem Also the editor
Nominated—Maldives Film Awards for Best Supporting Actor 		[16][19]
2017 Malikaa Hassan Also the editor [20]
2019 Nivairoalhi Moosa Haidhar "Hardy" [24]
2024 Lasviyas Fayyaz [29]

Television edit

Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
2003 Ujaalaa Raasthaa Majid Main role; 9 episodes [30]
2003–2004 Vaisoori Shafraz / Siraj In the segments "Kurin Visnaa Dhevunu Nama"
and "An'dhiri Hayaaiy" 		[31]
2004 Kamana Vareh Neiy Himself Guest role; "Episode 2" and "Episode 4" [8]
2005 Loabi Vaanama Ibrahim Umar Recurring role; 7 episodes [32]
2005–2006 Vairoalhi Ahves Sirrun Ahmed Nadheem Main role; 52 episodes [7]
2006–2007 Vaguthu Faaithu Nuvanees Ahmed Shamin Main role; 50 episodes [8]
2007 Vimlaa Shahidh Main role; 26 episodes
2008 FB! Main role; 5 episodes
2008 Loabin Hiyy Furenee Ahmed Iyaz Main role; 13 episodes [27]
2008 Manzilakee Thee Ey Magey Main role; 26 episodes
2008 Umurah Ekee Ulhen Bunefaa Nihaz Main role
2009 Silsilaa Nahid Main role; 5 episodes
2010 14 February Mahil Main role; 4 episodes [8]
2013 Adhives Eloaibah Gadharu Kuran Maan Recurring role [33]
2019 Mhendhan Habeeb Recurring role; 5 episodes
Also the editor 		[34]
2020 Gamini Mohamed Siraj Main role; 13 episodes
Also the editor 		[35]
2021 Loabi Vias Fayaz Main role; 7 episodes [36]
2021 Sirru Amir Main role; 5 episodes [37]
2021 Noontha? Sanim Main role in the segment "Rules & Regulations" [38]
2022 Biruveri Vaahaka Niyaz Main role; Episode: "Rah" [39]
2022 Netheemey Rizvi Recurring role; 5 episodes [40]
2023 Yaaraa Fayaz Main role [41]
2023 Hama Emme Meehekey Hassan Main role; 10 episodes [42]

Short film edit

Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
2001 Juhaage Buhdhi 1 Ahmed Ismail Children's short film
2002 Juhaage Buhdhi 2 Ahmed Ismail Children's short film
2003 Juhaage Buhdhi 3 Ahmed Ismail Children's short film
2006 Handi Ganduvaru Dhonkamana Mahesh [43]
2007 Barbafar
2007 Magey Dharifulhu Ali Abdulla
2007 Kuri Inthizaaruge Nimun Fiyaz
2008 Lost Island Zuhuree
2008 Noonekey Nubunaashey Zeehaan [43]
2008 Ummeedh Mohamed [44]
2009 Dhekunu Huvafen Nadheem
2009 Kalaage Handhaanuga Zanish Also the director and editor [45]
2011 Bodu 13 Muassasaa Azman Also the editor [46]
2012 Kidnap Nahu's friend [47]
2020 Thadhu Yoosuf Special appearance [48]

Other work edit

Year Title Director Editor Notes
2005 Dheke Dhekeves 2 Yes Short film
2006 Dheke Dhekeves 3 Yes Short film
2008 Lost Island Yes Short film
2010 Sirrun Hithaa Kulhelaafa Yes Television series; 10 episodes
2011 Loodhifa Yes Feature film
2011 Hithey Dheymee Yes Feature film
2017 Malikaa Yes Feature film
2017 Kalhaai Hudhu Yes Office Drama
2018 Akbar & Birbal Yes Television series; 13 episodes
2019 Raasthaa Yes Television series; 13 episodes
2019 Mhendhan Yes Web series; 5 episodes
2020 Gamini Yes Web series; 13 episodes
2021 Feehaali Yes Short film
2022 Vihaali Yes Yes Web series; 4 episodes

Accolades edit

Year Award Category Nominated work Result Ref(s)
2007 4th Gaumee Film Awards Best Supporting Actor Dharinnahtakai Nominated [4]
2012 2nd Maldives Film Awards Best Supporting Actor Loodhifa Nominated [19]
Best Editing Loodhifa Nominated [19]
2016 7th Gaumee Film Awards Best Editing Loodhifa Nominated [18]
2017 PSM Office Drama Competition Best Editing Kalhaai Hudhu Won [27]
2019 9th Gaumee Film Awards Best Editing Malikaa Nominated [49]

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