Dhanmalhi is a 1993 Maldivian teledrama directed by Reeko Moosa Manik.[2] Produced and distributed by Television Maldives, the film stars Reeko Moosa Manik, Lilian Saeed and Suneetha in pivotal roles.[3][4] The film shows the conflict between a husband and wife and the progression of the husband due to his wife's behavior.[5]
| Dhanmalhi | |
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 Official film poster | |
| Directed by | Reeko Moosa Manik |
| Written by | Reeko Moosa Manik |
| Produced by | Television Maldives[1] |
| Starring | Reeko Moosa Manik Lilian Saeed Suneetha |
| Cinematography | Mohamed Manik Mohamed Rasheed |
| Edited by | Moosa Haleem |
| Distributed by | Television Maldives |
Release date |
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| Country | Maldives |
| Language | Dhivehi |
Premise edit
Idhrees (Reeko Moosa Manik) is married to an indolent, deceptive and manipulative wife, Faree (Lilian Saeed) who does no work other than sleep and watching television citing her ill-health. Idhrees, who is treated as a servant to Faree gets his final warning at his job for being continuously late to work. Hussainfulhu (Koyya Hassan Manik), a well wisher for Idhrees, advises him to take control of his life. Meanwhile, a colleague of Idhrees, Hafsa (Suneetha) shows interest towards him while his wife suspects him having an affair with another woman.
Cast edit
- Reeko Moosa Manik as Idhrees
- Lilian Saeed as Fareedha
- Suneetha as Hafsa
- Koyya Hassan Manik as Hussainfulhu
- Arifa Ibrahim as Fareedha's mother
- Shakir as Solih
Soundtrack edit
| No. | Title | Lyricist(s) | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Dhen Dhen Dhen Haamavaa" | Abdulla Afeef | Ibrahim Amir, Fazeela Amir | 03:59 |
Reception edit
Upon release, the film mainly received mixed to positive reviews from critics. It was lauded for demonstrating the classical regressive view from a female's perspective unlike other locals releases and also for the performance of Reeko Moosa Manik and Lilian Saeed.[6] Similarly, another critic applauded the cinematographer and director's work in utilizing the locations as a "transitioning point" in the film, however criticized the film makers conception of a healthy marriage.
References edit
- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (24 February 2018). "Who are the most profitable producers?". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 4 January 2019. Retrieved 4 January 2019.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Nadheem, Ahmed (16 February 2012). "Top 10 Actors in Maldives". Haveeru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 19 February 2014. Retrieved 26 November 2018.
- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (24 November 2019). "Dharaa Rasheed: Nations's superstar". Dho? (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 November 2020. Retrieved 25 December 2020.
- ^ "Haajara and Sihthi: Cinema's legends". Hurihaa (in Divehi). 25 September 2020. Archived from the original on 23 January 2021. Retrieved 23 January 2021.
- ^ "A fit product from the legendary actor Lilian Saeed". MuniAvas (in Divehi). 28 July 2020. Archived from the original on 1 February 2021. Retrieved 23 January 2021.
