Dhauvath
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Directed by | Yoosuf Shafeeu |
Written by | Yoosuf Shafeeu |
Screenplay by | Yoosuf Shafeeu |
Produced by | V Media |
Starring | Mariyam Azza Ali Azim Ahmed Easa |
Cinematography | Ibrahim Moosa |
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Country | Maldives |
Language | Dhivehi |
Dhauvath is a Maldivian horror film written and directed by Yoosuf Shafeeu. Produced by V Media, the film stars Mariyam Azza, Ali Azim and Ahmed Easa in pivotal roles. The film based on true incidents occurred in an island in Maldives, follows a happily married couple who goes on a honeymoon trip and the downfall of their relationship and lives due to black-magic.[1] The film was released on 12 June 2019.
Cast
- Mariyam Azza as Zeeniya
- Ali Azim as Razeen
- Ahmed Easa as Sajidh
- Irufana Ibrahim
- Mohamed Faisal
- Aminath Ziyadha
Development
The project was announced on 5 September 2018 in an event held to celebrate V Media's tenth anniversary. Declaring Dhauvath as their first commitment if film production, the first look of the film was announced in the same ceremony along with a cast of Ali Azim, Nuzuhath Shuaib and Irufan Ibrahim.[2][3] However, later, reports revealed that the film will star Mariyam Azza, Azim and Ahmed Easa in the lead roles.[4] Filming was completed in December 2018 in B. Dharavandhoo.[5]
Soundtrack
No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Dhekeyhiy Vaavarun" | Umar Zahir | 4:35 |
Release and reception
The teaser trailer of the film was released on 1 March 2019.[5] The film was released on 12 June 2019. The film released mainly positive reviews from critics. Mariyam Waheedha from Miadhu Daily wrote: "The director succeeds in exploring the witchcraft and black magic while perfectly conveying the moral message to audience and extracting the most from the actors. Had it include some remedies or ways to prevent from black magic spells, the film can win extra hearts".[6]
References
- ^ Milna, Mariyam (1 March 2019). "First Look of Dhauvath released". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 1 March 2019. Retrieved 1 March 2019.
- ^ Adam, Ahmed Hameed (5 September 2018). "VMedia to produce films; Dhauvath among the first of many". VNews (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 1 March 2019. Retrieved 1 March 2019.
- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (6 September 2018). "First film of VMedia announced as Dhauvath". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 1 March 2019. Retrieved 1 March 2019.
- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (12 December 2018). "Maldivian Film Industry Headlines - 12th December 2018". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 1 March 2019. Retrieved 1 March 2019.
- ^ a b Milna, Mariyam (1 March 2019). "First Look of Dhauvath released". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 1 March 2019. Retrieved 1 March 2019.
- ^ Waheedha, Mariyam (15 June 2019). "Review: With sudden shocks, Dhauvath pierced directly into hearts". Miadhu Daily (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 27 June 2019. Retrieved 27 June 2019.