Mariyam Waheedha
Mariyam Waheedha | |
|---|---|
 Waheedha at the launching event of the feature film Zoya, 2023 | |
| Born | 5 September 1984 |
| Nationality | Maldivian |
| Occupation(s) | Actress, News editor |
| Years active | 2019–present |
Mariyam Waheedha (born 5 September 1984) is a Maldivian film actress and a news editor.
Career[edit]
Prior to her acting career, Waheedha worked as a news editor.
She made her film debut in the Ravee Farooq-directed web series Ehenas, where she portrayed the character Zidhu, a colleague of a bullied and sexually abused male victim.[1] Her performance and the series received mainly positive reviews from critics.[1] Aishath Maahaa reviewing for Dho? wrote: "Considering [she] is a dedbutant, [she] has done an outstanding job in the series".[2][3]
She then took on the role of Shiflyn, an enthusiastic and bubbly character in the office comedy sitcom Office Loabi developed by Amyna Mohamed.[4] The series along with her performance received positive reviews from critics, where Ahmed Rasheed from MuniAvas praised Mariyam Waheedha's performance, highlighting the excellent integration of a unique concept for viewers.[4] Following this, she made a brief appearance in Ali Seezan's web series Dhoadhi, which narrates the story of two troubled individuals and their journey to attain the love and affection they desire.[5]
In 2023, Waheedha played supporting roles in two projects from Dark Rain Entertainment; Ahmed Zareer-directed romantic drama film Beeveema centered around the reunion of former lovers twenty-two years after their graduation, and Ali Shifau-directed romantic film Hindhukolheh.[6][7] Both films received predominantly positive reviews from critics.[6] She then collaborated with Aishath Rishmy for her romantic comedy web series Yaaraa, which explores the polar opposite lives of two sisters faced with the realities of relationships.[8] In the series, she portrayed the character Riyaasha, an adopted child of the family seeking a heartwarming romantic relationship.[9] She next collaborated with Ameena Ahmed for her romantic drama web series Hama Emme Meehekey, where she played the role of a gossip-loving and dependable friend.[10]
Filmography[edit]
Feature film[edit]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Beeveema | Raniya's classmate | [6] | |
| 2023 | Hindhukolheh | Kiara's colleague | [7] | |
| 2023 | Free Delivery | Sush | [11] | |
| 2023 | Zoya | Zoya’s sister | [12] |
Television[edit]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019–2022 | Ehenas | Zidhu | Main role; 22 episodes | [3] |
| 2022 | Office Loabi | Shiflyn | Main role; 10 episode | [4] |
| 2022 | Dhoadhi | Shaany | Recurring role; 4 episodes | [5] |
| 2022 | Biruveri Vaahaka | Dheema | Main role; Episode: "Lakunu" | [13] |
| 2023 | Yaaraa | Riyaasha | Main role | [9] |
| 2023 | Hama Emme Meehekey | Nadheema | Main role; 10 episodes | [10] |
| 2023 | Gareena | Muslima | Recurring role | [14] |
| 2023 | Girlfriends | Herself | Guest role; Episode: "Click Click Click" | [15] |
References[edit]
- ^ a b Adhushan, Ahmed (4 June 2020). "Ehenas Season 2: Premiere on 18". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 20 August 2020. Retrieved 19 August 2020.
- ^ Maahaa, Aishath (17 July 2019). "Ehenas: A heart-wrenching series". Dho? (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 19 August 2020. Retrieved 19 August 2020.
- ^ a b Adhushan, Ahmed (2 January 2021). "Best of 2020". Dho? (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ a b c Rasheed, Ahmed (2 April 2022). "Office Loabi to Baiskoafu". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 2 April 2022. Retrieved 2 April 2022.
- ^ a b Musthafa, Mohamed (4 November 2021). "Shooting begins for Seezan's "Dhoadhi"". CNM (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 12 August 2022. Retrieved 12 August 2022.
- ^ a b c Luba, Aminath (10 February 2023). ""Beeveema" Review: Better than '96 film". The Press (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 11 February 2023. Retrieved 11 February 2022.
- ^ a b Lubaa, Aminath (10 January 2023). "Trailer of DRE's "Hindhukolheh" is impressive". The Press (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 18 February 2023. Retrieved 18 February 2022.
- ^ Arusham, Ahmed (25 April 2023). ""Yaaraa": streaming of Baiskoafu after a colorful premiere". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 20 May 2023. Retrieved 20 May 2023.
- ^ a b Latheef, Alim Abdul (25 April 2023). "No space for criticizing; Yaaraa deserves a 100". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 20 May 2023. Retrieved 19 May 2023.
- ^ a b Abdulla, Akram (16 July 2023). "Hama Emme Meehekey: A special offering for short film lovers". Dhauru. Archived from the original on 10 September 2023. Retrieved 10 September 2023.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (16 September 2023). "Free Delivery to start on 4th Nov this year". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 16 September 2023. Retrieved 16 September 2023.
- ^ Naeem, Idham (15 November 2023). "Feature film "Zoya" from the Geveshi Gulhun campaign released". Raajje.mv (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 3 December 2023. Retrieved 3 December 2023.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (3 June 2022). ""Phone Call" - A start to Biruveri Vaahaka". MuniAvas. Archived from the original on 11 August 2022. Retrieved 11 August 2022.
- ^ Abdulla, Akram (10 October 2023). "Web Series "Gareena" releasing on MedianNet on October 5". Dhauru. Archived from the original on 14 October 2023. Retrieved 14 October 2023.
- ^ "Second season of "Girlfriends" available on Videoclub of MedianNet". Hurihaa. 21 December 2023. Archived from the original on 21 December 2023. Retrieved 21 December 2023.