Hamid Ali
{{short description|Maldivian director, producer, actor and writer}}
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Hamid Ali is a Maldivian film director, producer, actor and writer.
Career
In 1993, Ali starred in two films; Mithutu and Vari. The following year, he starred alongside Hassan Afeef, Arifa Ibrahim, Lillian Saeed and Mariyam Haajara in Ibrahim Rasheed's family drama Dhevana An'bi, in which he played a negative character, Amjad who separates a happy couple for enmity.{{cite news|url=https://avas.mv/34317 |title=Did Jambe loses his path? |work=Avas |language=Divehi |last=Maaha |first=Aishath |date=31 May 2017 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20181115152159/https://avas.mv/34317 |url-status=live |archivedate=15 November 2018 |access-date=15 November 2018|df=dmy-all}} The film revolves around a couple who gets separated due to social discrimination initiated by a cunning mother-in-law. In 1995, he wrote and starred in Mohamed Shiyaz's film Dhushman alongside Mariyam Nisha and Hussain Sobah.{{cite news |url=http://www.haveeru.com.mv:80/dhivehi/entertainment/117464 |title=Top 10 Actresses in Malives |language=dv |work=Haveeru |last=Nadheem |first=Ahmed |date=23 February 2012 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120305014312/http://www.haveeru.com.mv/dhivehi/entertainment/117464 |url-status=dead |archive-date=5 March 2012 |access-date=26 November 2018 }} The following year, Ali released his drama film, Badhal, in which he starred alongside Hussain Sobah and Niuma Mohamed as a wealthy and pride businessman who is being duped in a series of events caused due to a misunderstanding by a "non-existent" twin.{{cite news|url=https://presidency.gov.mv/NationalAwards/Winner/168 |title=Gaumee Inaam 2011 - Niuma Mohamed |work=Presidency Maldives |language=Divehi |archiveurl=https://archive.today/20190405062639/https://presidency.gov.mv/NationalAwards/Winner/168 |url-status=live|archivedate=5 April 2019 |access-date=3 December 2018|df=dmy-all}}
Ali appeared alongside Hussain Sobah, Mariyam Nisha and Jamsheedha Ahmed as a producer and Romeo who is ready to go extreme extent to win his love in Amjad Ibrahim's Loabeega Aniyaa (1997).{{cite news|url=https://mihaaru.com/entertainment/10626 |title=Amjey shocked with his deserving award |language=dv|work=Mihaaru |last=Adhushan |first=Ahmed |date=23 December 2016 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20181222115816/https://mihaaru.com/entertainment/10626 |url-status=live|archive-date=22 December 2018 |access-date=22 December 2018 |df=dmy-all}} This was followed by his role a supportive friend in his film, Dhefirin opposite Hassan Afeef, Jamsheedha Ahmed and Asad Shareef. It marks the first Maldivian film that has been primarily shot in Sri Lanka.{{cite news |url=https://mihaaru.com/entertainment/37919 |title=Another film from DRE announced |language=Divehi |work=Mihaaru |last=Adhushan |first=Ahmed |date=23 June 2018 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20210129163422/https://mihaaru.com/entertainment/37919 |url-status=dead |archivedate=29 January 2021 |access-date=25 December 2020 |df=dmy-all }} The following year, he directed, produced and wrote the film Mila Handhuvaru (1998) co-starring Mariyam Nisha and Mohamed Hassan which received mixed reviews from critics.{{cite news|url=https://mihaaru.com/entertainment/31518 |title=Who are the most profitable producers? |work=Mihaaru |language=dv |last=Adhushan |first=Ahmed |date=24 February 2018 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20190104074535/https://mihaaru.com/entertainment/31518 |url-status=live|archive-date=4 January 2019 |access-date=4 January 2019 |df=dmy-all}}
Yoosuf Shafeeu directed horror film Edhathuru was released in 2004 which appears Mohamed Shavin, Sheeren Abdul Wahid, Ali Ahmed, Lufshan Shakeeb, Fathmath Neelam, Nadhiya Hassan, Ibrahim Sobah and Yoosuf Solih as eight friends who go on a picnic to a haunted uninhabited island and their battle for survival.{{cite news|url=https://sun.mv/111827 |title=Soba returning to screen with "Kaaku?" |work=Sun |language=dv |last=Musthafa |first=Mohamed |date=19 November 2018 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20181130061619/https://sun.mv/111827 |url-status=live |archive-date=30 November 2018 |access-date=30 November 2018|df=dmy-all}}{{cite news|url=https://avas.mv/18535 |title=Kuda Hajja will always be a star though she fails to fulfill her dreams |work=Avas |language=dv |last=Maaha |first=Aishath |date=13 June 2016 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181130061630/https://avas.mv/18535 |url-status=live |archive-date=30 November 2018 |access-date=30 November 2018|df=dmy-all}} The film garnered critical appreciation specially for its sound effect and was a commercial success.{{cite news|url=https://haveeru.com.mv/dhivehi/news/56402 |title="Vehey Vaarey Therein" lifts Best Film Award with six other awards |work=Avas |language=dv |last=Ahmed |first=Fazeena |date=20 December 2007 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181130062142/http://webcache.dhivehi.mv/haveeru.com.mv/dhivehi/news/56402 |url-status=live |archive-date=30 November 2018 |access-date=30 November 2018|df=dmy-all}}
In 2008, Ali 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.{{cite news|url=https://dho.mv/baiscope/46477 |title=Audience never getting bored of Nahula's style |work=Dho? |language=dv |last=Ali |first=Ifraz |date=3 December 2018 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20190112154658/https://dho.mv/baiscope/46477 |url-status=live |archive-date=12 January 2019 |access-date=12 January 2019 |df=dmy-all}} 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 was attained a blockbuster status at box office.{{cite news|url=https://avas.mv/7801 |title=Nahula Vs Tedry: Who among the two brought a revelation to Maldivian Cinema? |work=Avas |language=dv |last=Nadheem |first=Ahmed |date=6 September 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150908184812/https://avas.mv/7801 |url-status=live |archive-date=8 September 2015 |access-date=3 December 2018 |df=dmy-all}}
In 2009, Hamid was cast as a hardworking father who experiences some unexplained supernatural activities in Amjad Ibrahim's romantic horror film Udhabaani featured alongside Yoosuf Shafeeu, Amira Ismail and Aminath Shareef.{{cite news |url=http://inaamu.presidencymaldives.gov.mv/Index.aspx?lid=177&wid=175 |title=Gaumee Inaam 2009 - Mohamed Gasim |work=Presidency Maldives |language=Divehi |access-date=30 November 2018 |df=dmy-all |archive-date=30 November 2018 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181130062829/http://inaamu.presidencymaldives.gov.mv/Index.aspx?lid=177&wid=175 |url-status=dead }} Upon release, the film received mixed reviews from critics thought it performed well at box office, making it Ibrahim's most successful venture.{{cite news|url=https://avas.mv/2017|title=How much will you rate for Amjey? |work=Avas |language=dv |last=Nadheem |first=Ahmed |date=18 February 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150509083341/https://avas.mv/2017 |url-status=live |archive-date=9 May 2015 |access-date=4 January 2019 |df=dmy-all}}
In 2010, Ali starred in Abdul Fahtah's horror film Jinni alongside Ali Seezan and Mariyam Afeefa.{{cite news |url=http://www.haveeru.com.mv:80/?page=details&id=93070&category=ihUfinum |title=Positive comment for the film – Its a big achievement |language=Divehi|work=Haveeru |last=Naseer |first=Ismail |date=11 February 2010 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20100212110900/http://www.haveeru.com.mv/?page=details&id=93070&category=ihUfinum |url-status=dead |archivedate=12 February 2010 |access-date=19 September 2018 }} Based on true incidents that occurred in an island of Maldives, he played the role of a spell-maker. Prior to release the film was marketed to be full of "suspense and uniqueness" compared to other mediocre Maldivian horror films. Upon release, the film received mixed reviews from critics; majority of them complaining for having the "same old feeling" of prior horror flicks though the performance were noted to be satisfactory. Despite the mixed reviews, the film witnessed a positive response at the box office, screening a total of twenty two housefull shows in Male', declaring it as a Mega-Hit.{{cite news |url=http://www.haveeru.com.mv:80/?page=details&id=95729&category=ihUfinum |title=Positive comment for the film – Its a big achievement |language=Divehi|work=Haveeru |last=Nadheem |first=Ahmed |date=29 April 2010 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20100503053202/http://www.haveeru.com.mv/?page=details&id=95729&category=ihUfinum |url-status=dead |archivedate=3 May 2010 |access-date=19 September 2018 }}
Ali released his sixth direction, a family drama Laelaa produced and written by Ali and starring Yoosuf Shafeeu and Amira Ismail in lead roles.{{cite news |url=http://www.haveeru.com.mv:80/dhivehi/entertainment/maldives_film_industry/111087 |title="Laela": Why is a good screenplay needed? |language=Divehi|work=Haveeru |last=Nadheem |first=Ahmed |date=6 October 2011 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20111011190147/http://www.haveeru.com.mv/dhivehi/entertainment/maldives_film_industry/111087 |url-status=dead |archivedate=2011-10-11 |access-date=5 October 2018 }} The film revolves around two daughters who were forced to arranged marriage by their parent. His screenplay and direction received negative response from critics; "Laela is too slow and dragged, some scenes get too lengthy leaving the audience yawning at boredom. The story is predictable and lacks reality". The film was declared a flop at box office.{{cite news |url=http://www.haveeru.com.mv:80/dhivehi/entertainment/110747 |title=Laela's premiere: A big satisfaction for Hamid |language=Divehi|work=Haveeru |last=Nadheem |first=Ahmed |date=29 September 2011 |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20111002195434/http://www.haveeru.com.mv/dhivehi/entertainment/110747 |url-status=dead |archivedate=2011-10-02 |access-date=11 October 2018 }}
Filmography
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=Feature film=
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!scope="col"| Year !scope="col"| Title !scope="col"| Role !scope="col"| Notes ! scope="col" class="unsortable" | {{Tooltip|Ref(s)|Reference(s)}} |
| 1993
! scope="row" | Mithuru | | | style="text-align: center;" | |
| 1993
! scope="row" | Vari | Zahir | | style="text-align: center;" | |
| 1994
!scope="row" | Dhevana An'bi | Amjad | |
| 1995
! scope="row" | Dhushman | Hamid | Also the writer |
| 1996
! scope="row" | Yatheem | |Special appearance | |
| 1996
!scope="row" | Badhal | Wafir | Also the director and writer |
| 1997
! scope="row" | Loabeega Aniyaa | Niyaz | |
| 1997
!scope="row"|Dhefirin | Junaid | Also the director |
| 1998
! scope="row" | Mila Handhuvaru | Hamid | Also the director and writer |
| 1998
! scope="row" | Dhauvaa | Seema's Doctor | Special appearance |
| 2004
!scope="row"| Sandhuravirey 2 | Doctor | Special appearance |
| 2004
!scope="row"| Edhathuru | Hamid | |
| 2008
!scope="row"| Yoosuf | Yasir's friend | |
| 2009
!scope="row"| Udhabaani | Adamfulhu | Also the producer |
| 2010
!scope="row"| Jinni | Spell-maker | Special appearance |
| 2011
! scope="row" |Hafaraaiy |Maajidh | | |
| 2011
!scope="row"| Laelaa | Ahamma | Also the director, producer and writer |
| 2013
!scope="row"| Fathis Handhuvaruge Feshun 3D | Hassana | |
| 2019
!scope="row"| Kaaku? | Ayyoob | |
| 2024
! scope="row" |Udhabaani 2 | Moosafulhu | Also the producer |
| 2025
| {{Pending film|Kos Gina Mistake}} | | | |
| {{TBA}}
| {{Pending film|Dheythee Aniyaa}} | |Also the producer | |
=Television=
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!scope="col"| Year !scope="col"| Title !scope="col"| Role !scope="col"| Notes ! scope="col" class="unsortable" | {{Tooltip|Ref(s)|Reference(s)}} |
| 1994
!scope="row"| Inthizaaru | Nadhir | | style="text-align: center;"| |
| 1998
!scope="row"| Un'hoo Thakuraa | Zahir | Teledrama | style="text-align: center;"| |
| 2000
!scope="row"| Kashithanmathi | Saleem | Teledrama | style="text-align: center;"| |
| 2004
!scope="row"| Kamana Vareh Neiy | Aadhanu | Main role; 4 episodes |
| 2005
!scope="row"|Baiveriyaa | Amir | Recurring role; 3 episodes |
| 2008
!scope="row"| Soora | Fuwad | Recurring role; 5 episodes |
| 2009
!scope="row"| Mihithah Loabi Dheyshey | Jaufar | Recurring role; 7 episodes |
| 2021
!scope="row"| Aharenves Loabivey | Seytu | Main role (season 2); 7 episodes |
| 2022
!scope="row"|Rimsha | Qadir | Main role; 13 episodes |
| 2023
!scope="row"|Yaaraa | Customer | Guest role; "Episode 1" |
=Short film=
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!scope="col"| Year !scope="col"| Title !scope="col"| Role !scope="col"| Notes |
| 2006
!scope="row"|Ereyge Fahun | Najfa's father | |
| 2007
!scope="row"| Jinneenge Dharubaaru | Sabrang / Arnaas / Kahurab | Also the producer and writer |
| 2007
!scope="row"| Nudhaashe Dhookohfaa Loabivaa | Thuhthu | |
| 2007
!scope="row"| Kudafoolhaai Paree Dhahtha | Gaagan'du Hamid | |
| 2007
!scope="row"| Kuri Inthizaaruge Nimun | Umar | |
| 2007
!scope="row"| Kurafi Dhaadha | Gaagan'du Hamid / Bopman | |
| 2008
! scope="row" |Girlfriend | | |
| 2009
!scope="row"| Santhi Mariyan'bu 3 | Mudhimbe | |
References
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