Ali Ahmed (actor)
Ali Ahmed was a Maldivian film actor.
Ali Ahmed | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1 October 1971 Sh. Komandoo, Maldives |
| Died | 13 March 2017 (aged 45) Male', Maldives |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2003–2011 |
Career
In 2003, Ahmed played the role of a greedy man, in the Abdul Faththaah-directed critically acclaimed television series, Thiyey Mihithuge Vindhakee (2003) which was considered as one of the best series production in television industry.[1] The following year, he made his official film debut in the action-adventure film Hatharu Udhares as a heart-broken Romeo, starring alongside Reeko Moosa Manik, Ali Seezan and Mariyam Manike.[2] He next played a brief role of a ten-pin bowler in Fattah's horror film Eynaa (2004), in which appear Sheela Najeeb, Mohamed Manik, Ahmed Shah, Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi, Ibrahim Jihad and Nashidha Mohamed as six colleagues who go on a picnic to a haunted uninhabited island and their battle for survival.[3][4] The film garnered critical appreciation especially for its technical department and was a commercial success.[5]
Yoosuf Shafeeu directed horror film Edhathuru was released in 2004 in which appeared Mohamed Shavin, Sheereen Abdul Wahid, Ahmed, Lufshan Shakeeb, Fathmath Neelam, Nadhiya Hassan, Ibrahim Sobah and Yoosuf Solih as eight friends who go to an island and how they fight to survive the horrific incidents that befall them.[6][4] The film was appreciated by critics, specifically praising its sound effects and was a commercial success.[5] At the 4th Gaumee Film Awards ceremony, Ahmed was nominated as the Best Supporting Actor for his performance in the film.[5] He collaborated with Fathimath Nahula for the first time in her critically and commercially successful romantic drama television series, Kalaage Haqqugaa (2005), to portray the role of Hussain, the younger brother from a non-identical twins who is forced to marry his sister-in-law.[7][8]
In 2008, Ahmed appeared in a small role in Fathimath Nahula's romantic drama film, Yoosuf which depicts the story of a deaf and mute man (played by Yoosuf Shafeeu) who has been mistreated by a wealthy family, mocking his disability.[9] Featuring an ensemble cast including Yoosuf Shafeeu, Niuma Mohamed, Sheela Najeeb, Ahmed Nimal, Fauziyya Hassan, Ravee Farooq, Zeenath Abbas and Ahmed Lais Asim, the film received widespread critical acclaim and attained blockbuster status at box office.[10] Ahmed next starred as twins (Riyaz and Niyaz), in Yoosuf Shafeeu and Fathimath Nahula's direction, Soora released in 2008.[11] The film was originally released as a television series to a positive response.[11]
In 2010, Ahmed starred in Abdul Fahtah's horror film Jinni alongside Ali Seezan and Mariyam Afeefa.[12] Based on true incidents that occurred in an island of Maldives, he played the friend of Javid who has been enthralled by a ghost. Prior to release, the film was marketed to be full of "suspense and uniqueness" compared to other Maldivian horror films. Upon release, the film received mixed reviews from critics; the majority of them complaining for having the "same old feeling" of prior horror films though the performances were noted to be satisfactory. Despite the mixed reviews, the film witnessed a positive response at the box office, declaring it as a Mega-Hit.[13] His last film release was a collaboration with Amjad Ibrahim for his family drama Hithey Dheymee (2011) which received negative reviews from critics and was a box office disaster.[8]
Death
Ali Ahmed was pronounced dead on 13 March 2017 at 18:40 at H. Garden Beauty.[14] At the time of his death, Ahmed was sentenced to house arrest for drug importation.[14] After rumors that cause of his death was a drug overdose, Maldives Police Commission denied the rumors and confirmed that Ahmed had no external physical injuries.[14][15] His funeral prayer was performed at Aasahara Mosque.[14]
Filmography
Feature film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Hatharu Udhares | Adnan | [2] | |
| 2004 | Eynaa | Malakaa's lover | Special appearance | [4] |
| 2004 | Edhathuru | Azmee | Nominated—Gaumee Film Award for Best Supporting Actor | [4] |
| 2008 | Yoosuf | Mary's friend | [9] | |
| 2010 | Jinni | Fairooz | [12] | |
| 2010 | Magey Hithakee Hitheh Noon Hey? | Mohamed Hameed | [8] | |
| 2011 | Hithey Dheymee | Ahmed | [8] |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | Thiyey Mihithuge Vindhakee | Hussain | Recurring role; 12 episodes | [1] |
| 2004 | Kamana Vareh Neiy | Himself | Guest role; "Episode 4" | [7] |
| 2005 | Kalaage Haqqugaa | Hussain | Main role | [7] |
| 2008 | Soora | Riyaz / Niyaz | Main role | [11] |
| 2010 | Magey Hithakee Hitheh Noon Hey? | Mohamed Hameed | Main role; 5 parts | [8] |
Short film
Accolades
| Year | Award | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 4th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Edhathuru | Nominated | [5] |
References
- ^ a b Adhushan, Ahmed (28 June 2020). "Thiyey Mihithuge Vindhakee streaming on Baiskoaf". Mihaaru. Archived from the original on 20 August 2020. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
- ^ a b Adhushan, Ahmed (23 May 2020). "Hatharu Udhares streaming on Baiskoafu". Mihaaru. Archived from the original on 20 August 2020. Retrieved 20 August 2020.
- ^ Maaha, Aishath (20 November 2017). "Fahthah quits film-making". Avas (in Divehi). from the original on 2 December 2018. Retrieved 2 December 2018.
- ^ a b c d Maaha, Aishath (13 June 2016). "Kuda Hajja will always be a star though she fails to fulfill her dreams". Avas (in Divehi). from the original on 30 November 2018. Retrieved 30 November 2018.
- ^ a b c d Nadheem, Ahmed (30 December 2007). . Haveeru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 30 September 2018. Retrieved 30 September 2018.
- ^ Musthafa, Mohamed (19 November 2018). "Soba returning to screen with "Kaaku?"". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 30 November 2018. Retrieved 30 November 2018.
- ^ a b c Ashraf, Aisha (4 February 2018). "Where are all the drama series?". Avas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 27 May 2019. Retrieved 27 May 2019.
- ^ a b c d e Adhushan, Ahmed (26 September 2016). "Whats up with Hatharu Udhares Ayya?". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 27 April 2019. Retrieved 22 December 2018.
- ^ a b Ali, Ifraz (3 December 2018). "Audience never getting bored of Nahula's style". Dho? (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 12 January 2019. Retrieved 12 January 2019.
- ^ Nadheem, Ahmed (6 September 2015). "Nahula Vs Tedry: Who among the two brought a revelation to Maldivian Cinema?". Avas (in Divehi). from the original on 8 September 2015. Retrieved 3 December 2018.
- ^ a b c "Kuda Ibbe's playlist of Best 10". Dho? (in Divehi). 18 January 2018. Archived from the original on 20 April 2019. Retrieved 3 December 2018.
- ^ a b Naseer, Ismail (11 February 2010). . Haveeru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 12 February 2010. Retrieved 19 September 2018.
- ^ Nadheem, Ahmed (29 April 2010). . Haveeru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 3 May 2010. Retrieved 19 September 2018.
- ^ a b c d Fazeen, Mohamed (14 March 2017). "Police investigating Ayya's death". Raajje.mv (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 21 April 2019. Retrieved 21 April 2019.
- ^ Shifleen, Aminath (14 March 2017). "Ayya's death most likely to be due to an overdose". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 21 April 2019. Retrieved 21 April 2019.
- ^ Maaha, Aishath (7 June 2017). "Isse rising to the peak?". Avas. from the original on 17 October 2020. Retrieved 17 October 2020.
- ^ "A sneak peak into local myths and folks". MuniAvas (in Divehi). 9 January 2018. from the original on 29 October 2020. Retrieved 29 October 2020.