Sharaf Abdulla

Sharafudheen Abdulla (born 4 August 1991), commonly known as Sharaf Abdulla, is a Maldivian film actor.

Sharafudheen Abdulla
Born (1991-08-04) 4 August 1991
R. Meedhoo, Maldives
NationalityMaldivian
OccupationActor
Years active2021–present
SpouseShahudha Mahmoodh (2022)

Career

After completing his education in his homeland, R. Meedhoo, Abdulla relocated to Male' in 2010, in search of a job opportunity.[1] After working at several jobs, he joined a local television channel VTV, where he featured in a drama series developed by VTV. His talent was noticed by director Ilyas Waheed, who offered him to play a significant role for his upcoming venture.[2] Abdulla's first project was Waheed's crime thriller Nina, where he was roped in to play the lead role against Nuzuhath Shuaib.[3] However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the release of the film got delayed indefinitely making the path for his other releases.[4] He made his career debut with Ilyas Waheed's four-part anthology web series Mazloom, which follows the lives of two survivors of alleged rape assaults.[5] Reviewing from MuniAvas, Ahmed Rasheed praised the performance of Abdulla and wrote: "Though a new face, Sharaf has proved that he is here to stay, with his firm acting ability".[6]

The following year, he worked with Ilyas Waheed for his horror thriller anthology web series Biruveri Vaahaka as Azaan, a newly wed husband who searches for his wife who disappears while on honeymoon.[7] Upon release, the series received positive reviews from critics mostly pointing out the performance of the cast and writer-director Ilyas' creativity for merging horror folklore into an "engaging visual treat".[8] His next project was Dark Rain Entertainment's revenge thriller anthology web series Dark Rain Chronicles where he played the role of a scammer.[9]

Sharaf's first feature film, Hindhukolheh, produced by Dark Rain Entertainment was digitally released in 2023.[10] In this film directed by Ali Shifau, Abdulla played the role Imran, a hopelessly Romeo who helps Kiara, a girl who recently loss her memory, to fulfill her long-held wishes.[11] Starring opposite Aminath Rashfa, the film received mainly positive reviews from critics.[12] Reviewing the film from Dhen, Aishath Areena called his performance "different" and "commendable" for portraying the appropriate emotions through facial expressions and vocal texture.[12] The same year, he collaborated with Azhan Ibrahim for his crime thriller web series Mirai opposite Washiya Mohamed, where he played the role of a determined father seeking revenge for the murder of his small child.[13]

Filmography

Feature film
Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
2023 Hindhukolheh Imran Ali [12]
2023 Nina Hamdhu [3]
2024 Fureytha
TBA Balhindhu [14]
TBA Mee Ishq

Television
Year Title Role Notes Ref(s)
2021 Mazloom Aidhin Main role in "Chapter 1: Mazloom" [6]
2021 Girlfriends Hassan Guest role; "Episode: Crossroads" [15]
2022 Biruveri Vaahaka Azaan Main role; 6 episodes [7]
2022 Dark Rain Chronicles Ahmed Main role in the segment "Assalaam Alaikum" [9]
2023 Mirai Mohamed Sameen Main role; 13 episodes [13]
2023 Yaaraa Eddy Main role [16]

References
  1. Shareef, Shaniha (10 March 2023). "From technical department to acting: Sharaf is different". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 17 March 2023. Retrieved 17 March 2023.
  2. Sobah, Zaidh (6 August 2021). "Sharaf: A new limelight to the industry". Avas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 8 January 2022. Retrieved 8 January 2022.
  3. "Jumayyil has a small role in Nina, will not be part of future films". Dhen (in Divehi). 4 July 2020. Archived from the original on 11 January 2021. Retrieved 11 January 2021.
  4. Adhushan, Ahmed (4 September 2020). "Release of Nina postponed due to COVID-19". Mihaaru. Archived from the original on 11 January 2021. Retrieved 10 January 2021.
  5. Jaishan, Ahmed (30 June 2021). "Ille's "Mazloom" based on several societal issues". Dho? (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 25 July 2021. Retrieved 25 July 2021.
  6. Rasheed, Ahmed (28 July 2021). ""Mazloom" a benchmark project". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 10 September 2021. Retrieved 10 September 2021.
  7. Rasheed, Ahmed (5 July 2022). ""Mas Dhathuru 1" - A prosper addition to the chain". MuniAvas. Archived from the original on 11 August 2022. Retrieved 11 August 2022.
  8. Rasheed, Ahmed (23 July 2022). "IFilms's "Biruveri Vaahaka" coming to Dhiraagu TV". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 7 October 2022. Retrieved 7 October 2022.
  9. "Dark Rain Chronicles coming to Baiskoafu". Hurihaa (in Divehi). 23 August 2022. Archived from the original on 22 February 2023. Retrieved 22 February 2023.
  10. Luba, Aminath (5 March 2023). ""Hindhukolheh" coming to MS Video Club tomorrow". The Press (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 17 March 2023. Retrieved 17 March 2023.
  11. 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.
  12. Areena, Aishath (12 March 2023). ""Hindhukolheh": A job well-done by Aasha and Sharaf". Dhen (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 17 March 2023. Retrieved 17 March 2023.
  13. Jaishan, Ahmed (6 January 2023). "First episode of Mirai is intense". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 March 2023. Retrieved 5 March 2023.
  14. Adhushan, Ahmed (25 September 2019). "Filming all set for Balhindhu". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 10 September 2020. Retrieved 10 September 2020.
  15. Adhushan, Ahmed (21 July 2021). ""Girlfriends" for Mahdi and Munko". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 20 January 2022. Retrieved 20 January 2022.
  16. 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.
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