Rumi á Jannat is a Maldivian sitcom, created by Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq and Ahmed Tholal under Dark Rain Entertainment. The series was distributed by Medianet Multi-Screen and directed by Ali Shifau and Mohamed Faisal. With a cast starring Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim, Nuzuhath Shuaib, Sheela Najeeb and Roanu Hassan Manik the show revolves on the initial days after the wedding of a couple who are distinctly different worldviews and personalities. The pilot episode of the series was released on 1 January 2021.
| Rumi á Jannat | |
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| Genre | Sitcom |
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| Directed by | |
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| Theme music composer | Hussain Thaufeeq |
| Country of origin | Maldives |
| Original language | Dhivehi |
| No. of seasons | 1 |
| No. of episodes | 15 |
| Production | |
| Cinematography | Ali Shifau |
| Editor | Ali Shifau |
| Production company | Dark Rain Entertainment |
| Original release | |
| Network | Medianet |
| Release | January 1 – April 9, 2021 |
Cast edit
Main edit
- Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim as Rumi Yoosuf
- Nuzuhath Shuaib as Hawwa Jannat
- Mohamed Faisal as Nadhir "Nadey"
- Adam Rizwee as Hassan
- Roanu Hassan Manik as Kuda Maalimee
- Maria Teresa Pagano as Bianca Parmigiano
- Sheela Najeeb as Filameena
- Ahmed Saeed as Haadhy
- Raufath Sodhiq as Meerab
- Mohamed Rifshan as Ali "ET" Idhurees
Recurring edit
- Ahmed Sunie as Nestum
- Ali Shazleem as Chintu
- Ahmed Shakir as Mogabe
- Hamdhoon Farooq as Jaadhu
- Aminath Noora as Haadhy's wife
- Ibrahim Shiyaz as Adhanu
Guest edit
- Razeena Thaufeeq as a designer (Episode 4)
- Shammoon Mohamed as Firdaus (Episode 6)
- Aishath Gulfa as Shabana (Episode 8)
- Ali Shameel as Nadhir's neighbor (Episode 10)
- Ahmed Giyas as a customer (Episode 14)
- Mariyam Shifa as Lizy (Episode 15)
- Mohamed Waheed as Lizy's father (Episode 15)
- Ismail Wajeeh as Sam (Episode 15)
Episodes edit
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | "In... Decent Proposal" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | January 1, 2021 |
| 2 | 2 | "Mikoe Bappa" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | January 8, 2021 |
| 3 | 3 | "Mizaajaa Gulhey" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | January 15, 2021 |
| 4 | 4 | "Naseeb" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | January 22, 2021 |
| 5 | 5 | "Are We There Yet?" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | January 29, 2021 |
| 6 | 6 | "Ey Zamaanaa" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | February 5, 2021 |
| 7 | 7 | "Farudhaa Yaa Fareyb" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | February 12, 2021 |
| 8 | 8 | "Family Matters" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | February 19, 2021 |
| 9 | 9 | "Bro Out Law" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | February 26, 2021 |
| 10 | 10 | "Keefahu Mashah Rann" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek, Ahmed Tholal | March 5, 2021 |
| 11 | 11 | "Confessions Of A Dhivehi-Phile" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek | March 12, 2021 |
| 12 | 12 | "Mystic & Ms Trust" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek | March 19, 2021 |
| 13 | 13 | "Khallas" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek | March 26, 2021 |
| 14 | 14 | "Vaashey Mashah Ehee" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek | April 2, 2021 |
| 15 | 15 | "Vaashey Mashaa Ekee" | Ali Shifau, Mohamed Faisal | Aishath Fuad Thowfeek | April 9, 2021 |
Production edit
On 9 October 2020, Dark Rain Entertainment announced their first sitcom web series titled Rumi á Jannat.[1] The project was initiated during the lockdown period of COVID-19 pandemic due to the temporary closure of cinemas digital platforms being the sole reason for entertainment.[2] A customized set was developed for the filming of the series.[1] On location rehearsal of the series was commenced on 18 October 2020.[3] The main cast of the series was revealed on 9 November 2020 which includes Mariyam Majudha and Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim in titular roles along with actors Roanu Hassan Manik, Sheela Najeeb, Ahmed Saeed, Adam Rizwee, Mohamed Faisal and Maria Teresa Pagano.[4] On 29 December 2020, it was revealed that Nuzuhath Shuaib will replace Mariyam Majudha as Jannat citing the health condition of the latter.[5]
Soundtrack edit
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Ey Loabi Asheeqaa" | Veylaa Band |
Release and response edit
The series was made available for streaming through Medianet Multi-Screen from 1 January 2020.[5] The pilot episode of the series was met with positive reviews from critics. Aminath Luba revieweing from Sun was pleased with the comic-timing of the characters and toning down the comical value to the required level, rather than going over the top. "From actors capturing the traits to presenting the comedy narrations, the directors and actors have pulled off their respective roles to near perfection".[6] Echoing similar sentiments, Ahmed Rasheed from MuniAvas complimented the writing of the series for incorporating moral ethics alongside the comedy".[7]
References edit
- ^ a b Rasheed, Ahmed (9 October 2020). "Who will be seen as Rumi and Jannat". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 11 November 2020. Retrieved 11 November 2020.
- ^ Waheedha, Mariyam (1 January 2021). "A sad year for the industry; big hopes for 2021". Dhen (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 2 January 2021. Retrieved 2 January 2021.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (18 October 2020). "On location rehearsal for Rumi aa Jannat". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 11 November 2020. Retrieved 11 November 2020.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (9 November 2020). "Here is the cast of Rumi aa Jannat". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 11 November 2020. Retrieved 11 November 2020.
- ^ a b Rasheed, Ahmed (29 December 2020). "Nuzu roped in to play Jannat". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 2 January 2021. Retrieved 2 January 2021.
- ^ Luba, Aminath (1 January 2020). "Rumi a Jannat: A modern comedy". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 2 January 2021. Retrieved 2 January 2021.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (1 January 2020). "Rumi a Jannat: The perfect comedy". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 2 January 2021. Retrieved 2 January 2021.