Hindhukolheh
Hindhukolheh (lit: moment) is a 2023 Maldivian film written by Ahmed Tholah and directed by Ali Shifau.[1] Produced by Mohamed Ali and Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq under Dark Rain Entertainment, the film stars Sharaf Abdulla and Aminath Rashfa in pivotal roles.[2]
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 Official film poster | |
| Directed by | Ali Shifau |
| Written by | Ahmed Tholal |
| Produced by | Mohamed Ali Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq |
| Starring | Sharaf Abdulla Aminath Rashfa |
| Cinematography | Ali Shifau Ahmed Sinan |
| Edited by | Ali Shifau |
| Music by | Hassan Thowfeeq |
Production company | |
| Distributed by | Medianet |
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| Country | Maldives |
| Language | Dhivehi |
Premise
The film narrates the story of love and self-discovery, where Kiara, unsure about her feelings for her married boss, loses her recent memory on a work trip. Imran, hopelessly in love with her, helps her through recovery by acting as her boyfriend and fulfilling her long-held wishes, hoping she will remember her true feelings when her memory returns. The story explores how Kiara rediscovers herself and what she truly wants in life, while Imran hopes to finally win the love he has always dreamt of.
Cast
- Sharaf Abdulla as Imran Ali
- Aminath Rashfa as Kiara
- Ravee Farooq as Abdulla Shahid
- Mariyam Majudha as Niyaza
- Ahmed Shakir as Miadh
- Aminath Shaana Saeed as Fathun
- Kate Gale as Doctor
- Mohamed Shivaz as Colleague
- Ahmed Mohamed as Colleague
- Aminath Shamraa as Colleague
- Mariyam Waheedha as Colleague
- Fathimath Latheefa as Imran's mother
- Mohamed Afrah as Counsellor
- Mohamed Rifshan as Counsellor
- Adam Rizwee (special appearance)
- Ibrahim Shiyaz (special appearance)
- Fathimath Zuhair (special appearance)
- Ahmed Sharif (special appearance)
Development
The project was announced in March 2022, where it was announced that eighty percent of filming was completed from Dark Rain Entertainment's new romantic feature film titled Hindhukolheh.[3] Filming was completed in April 2022.[3]
On 16 September 2022, Dark Rain Entertainment released a cover version of the Maldivian iconic song "Lolakah Ninjeh Naadhey", penned by Easa Shareef and originally performed by Ali Rameez for the album Goyye (1999).[4] Upon release, Rameez claimed the copyrights of the song on YouTube and criticised the production company for using his original work without his permission.[5] Soon after, Dark Rain Entertainment personally and publicly apologized Rameez and announced that the song will not be used in any of their productions.[6]
Soundtrack
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Hindhukolheh" | Ahmed Tholal | Hussain Thaufeeq | Azal Ali Zahir | |
| 2. | "Yo!" | Shammoon Mohamed | Equatic Vibe | ||
| 3. | "Handhuvaruthakun" | Abdul Sameeu Abdul Ghafoor Ahmed Faseeh | Abdul Sameeu Abdul Ghafoor Ahmed Faseeh | DJ Paide', Azal Ali Zahir, Mariyam Maisha, Aminath Saina Mohamed Rasheed | |
| 4. | "Aadheys" | Ahmed Amir | Ahmed Amir | ||
| 5. | "Hithugaa" | Fatho | Mariyam Ashfa, Fatho | 4:18 | |
| 6. | "Mi Hithuge Raani" | Hussain Thaufeeq | The Clio | 3:53 |
Release
The film was initially slated for a theatrical release, however, considering the demand of Olympus Cinema after its re-opening on 4 February 2023, Dark Rain Entertainment decided to premiere the fil on Medianet Multi Screen.[7]
References
- 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.
- Hameed Adam, Ahmed (16 March 2022). "First Motion Picture of "Hindhukolheh" is exciting". Avas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 18 February 2023. Retrieved 18 February 2022.
- Rasheed, Ahmed (15 March 2022). "First look and title of DRE's "Hindhukolheh" to be released soon". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 15 March 2022. Retrieved 15 March 2022.
- Rasheed, Ahmed (17 September 2022). ""Lolakah Ninjeh Naadhey" of "Hindhukolheh" is very soothing". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 17 February 2023. Retrieved 17 February 2023.
- "Ali Rameez warns about "Lolakah Ninjeh Naadhey"". Dhuvas (in Divehi). 19 September 2022. Archived from the original on 17 February 2023. Retrieved 17 February 2023.
- Rasheed, Ahmed (19 September 2022). "Dark Rain's "Lolakah Ninjeh Naadhey" cancelled". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 17 February 2023. Retrieved 17 February 2023.
- Lubaa, Aminath (10 January 2023). "Tickets on sale for "Beeveema"". The Press (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 17 February 2023. Retrieved 17 February 2022.