Sharafudheen Abdulla | |
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Born | R. Meedhoo, Maldives | 4 August 1991
Nationality | Maldivian |
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 2021–present |
Spouse | Shahudha Mahmoodh |
Sharafudheen Abdulla (born 4 August 1991), commonly known as Sharaf Abdulla, is a Maldivian film actor.
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]
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
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2023 | Hindhukolheh | Imran Ali | [12] | |
2023 | Nina | Hamdhu | [3] | |
2024 | Mee Ishq | Ariz | [14] | |
2024 | Kanbalhi | Imma | [15] | |
2024 | Fureytha | Hussain | [16] | |
Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref(s) |
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2021 | Mazloom | Aidhin | Main role in "Chapter 1: Mazloom" | [6] |
2021 | Girlfriends | Hassan | Guest role; "Episode: Crossroads" | [17] |
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 | [18] |
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