| Mariyam Waheedha | |
|---|---|
 Waheedha at the launching event of the feature film Zoya, 2023 | |
| Born | (1984-09-05) 5 September 1984 (age 40) Malé |
| 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
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. Her performance and the series received mainly positive reviews from critics. Aishath Maahaa reviewing for Dho? wrote: "Considering is a dedbutant, has done an outstanding job in the series".
She then took on the role of Shiflyn, an enthusiastic and bubbly character in the office comedy sitcom Office Loabi developed by Amyna Mohamed. 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. 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.
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. Both films received predominantly positive reviews from critics. 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. In the series, she portrayed the character Riyaasha, an adopted child of the family seeking a heartwarming romantic relationship. 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.
Filmography
Feature film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Beeveema | Raniya's classmate | ||
| 2023 | Hindhukolheh | Kiara's colleague | ||
| 2023 | Free Delivery | Sush | ||
| 2023 | Zoya | Zoya’s sister |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019–2022 | Ehenas | Zidhu | Main role; 22 episodes | |
| 2022 | Office Loabi | Shiflyn | Main role; 10 episode | |
| 2022 | Dhoadhi | Shaany | Recurring role; 4 episodes | |
| 2022 | Biruveri Vaahaka | Dheema | Main role; Episode: "Lakunu" | |
| 2023 | Yaaraa | Riyaasha | Main role | |
| 2023 | Hama Emme Meehekey | Nadheema | Main role; 10 episodes | |
| 2023 | Gareena | Muslima | Recurring role | |
| 2023 | Girlfriends | Herself | Guest role; Episode: "Click Click Click" |
References
- ^ 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.
- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (2 January 2021). "Best of 2020". Dho? (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ Rasheed, Ahmed (2 April 2022). "Office Loabi to Baiskoafu". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 2 April 2022. Retrieved 2 April 2022.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.