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Zeenath Abbas

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Fathimath Zeenath
Born (1978-08-14) August 14, 1978 (age 48)
Maldives
Other namesZeenath Abbas
OccupationActress
Years active1998–present
Known forMaldivian film industry contributions, Gaumee Film Award winner
Notable workHeylaa, Hukuru Vileyrey, Yoosuf, Ahsham

Fathimath Zeenath (born 14 August 1978), widely recognized as Zeenath Abbas, is a distinguished Maldivian actress celebrated for her prolific contributions to the national film industry and honored with a Gaumee Film Award.

Her career commenced with a performance alongside Reeko Moosa Manik in the song "Edheythee Reethi Moona", and she made her cinematic debut in Mohamed Rasheed's drama Kuhveriya (1998). Zeenath rose to prominence through her role in Mariyam Shauqee's well-received family drama series Kahthiri (1998), which was succeeded by significant parts in Ali Musthafa's Umurah (1999) and Amjad Ibrahim's family drama Ainbehge Loabi Firiehge Vaajib (2000). She reunited with Ibrahim for the horror sequel Sandhuravirey 2 (2004) before starring in the critically acclaimed crime film Heylaa (2006), where she earned a Best Actress nomination. Later, she collaborated with Aishath Rishmy on the horror feature Hukuru Vileyrey (2006), which garnered her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

Zeenath also appeared in Fathimath Nahula's highest-earning film Yoosuf (2008) and received widespread acclaim for her antagonist role in Ali Seezan's action movie Ahsham (2015), winning the Best Supporting Actress Award. Additionally, she earned another nomination in this category for Vee Beyvafa (2016).

Career

Zeenath launched her entertainment journey with the song "Edheythee Reethi Moona" alongside Reeko Moosa Manik. Her cinematic debut occurred with Mohamed Rasheed's drama Kuhveriya (1998), where she starred opposite Moosa Zakariyya. Her breakthrough came through Mariyam Shauqee's family drama series Kahthiri (1998), portraying a spoiled daughter confronting societal challenges. This success led to further roles, including a nurse in Ali Musthafa's Umurah (1999) and as Lillian, a negligent daughter who mistreats her mother, in Amjad Ibrahim's Ainbehge Loabi Firiehge Vaajib (2000).

Her television presence was solidified with Abdul Faththaah's acclaimed series Thiyey Mihithuge Vindhakee (2003), where she played a manipulative wife and nurse. In 2004, she took on the role of an obsessive lover in Amjad Ibrahim’s horror sequel Sandhuravirey 2, which was met with unfavorable critiques.

In 2006, Zeenath portrayed a drug addict in Moomin Fuad and Ali Shifau's crime film Heylaa, notable as the first Maldivian production shot in high-definition digital video. Although critics praised the film, it did not perform well commercially, partly due to casting lesser-known actors and the audience’s unfamiliarity with the genre. Despite mixed reviews of her individual performance, Zeenath secured a Best Actress nomination at the 5th Gaumee Film Awards. That same year, she received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the successful romantic horror film Hukuru Vileyrey, co-directed by Aishath Rishmy and Aminath Rasheedha. This movie was subsequently adapted into a 15-episode television series.

She also made a guest appearance in Amjad Ibrahim’s romantic drama Hithuge Edhun (2006).

In 2008, Zeenath appeared in Fathimath Nahula’s blockbuster romantic drama Yoosuf, which became one of the most commercially successful films in Maldivian cinema history and represented Maldives at the 2009 SAARC Film Festival.

In 2010, she portrayed an antagonist in Aishath Rishmy’s drama film Fanaa, adapted from Ibrahim Waheed’s novel Balgish. Although the film received mixed to negative reviews, some critics acknowledged Zeenath’s performance positively.

Her role in Ali Seezan’s action film Ahsham (2015) was met with widespread praise despite overall mixed critical reception. With a budget of MVR 1.5 million, it became the most expensive Maldivian film at that time and was among three national entries showcased at the 2016 SAARC Film Festival.

In 2016, Zeenath starred in Seezan’s romantic film Vafaatheri Kehiveriya, which garnered mixed to negative reviews. Her portrayal of Ainthu, a wealthy businesswoman, was considered underwhelming relative to expectations. That year also saw her feature in Ibrahim Wisan’s directorial debut Vee Beyvafa, filmed in 2011 but released later; it was poorly received by critics. At the 8th Gaumee Film Awards, she won Best Supporting Actress for her work in Ahsham and received nominations for Best Supporting Actress and Best Makeup for her performances in Vee Beyvafa and Ahsham, respectively.

In 2019, Zeenath appeared in Moomin Fuad’s psychological horror thriller Nivairoalhi, marking the final screen appearance of Niuma Mohamed. The film explores themes of depression, with Zeenath playing a minor role. It achieved predominantly positive reviews, particularly praising its screenplay and acting performances.

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In 2018, Abbas secured the third position in Dho?'s list of Top Ten Maldivian Actresses. Writer Aishath Maaha highlighted her as the quintessential "villain" within the industry, while also acknowledging her ability to embody gentle and serene roles.

Feature film

Year Title Character Remarks Reference(s)
1998 Kuhveriya Reema [1]
1999 Umurah Raheema [2]
2000 Ainbehge Loabi Firiehge Vaajib Lillian [3]
2004 Sandhuravirey 2 Dhiyana [4]
2006 Heylaa Shahula Nominated for Gaumee Film Award for Best Actress [5][6]
2006 Hukuru Vileyrey Evil spirit Nominated for Gaumee Film Award for Best Supporting Actress [6][7]
2006 Hithuge Edhun Herself Cameo appearance [8]
2008 Yoosuf Leesa [9]
2010 Fanaa Neetha [10]
2015 Ahsham Nashidha Winner of Gaumee Film Award for Best Supporting Actress [11][12]
2016 Vafaatheri Kehiveriya Ainthu [13]
2016 Vee Beyvafa Shiuna Received nomination for Gaumee Film Award for Best Supporting Actress [14][15]
2019 Nivairoalhi Nafeesa [16]
2019 Leena Sama [17]
2020 Andhirikan Athika [18]


Television

Year Title Character Details Reference(s)
1998–1999 Kahthiri Shifa Lead role; featured in 34 episodes [19]
1999 Maafkuraashey Zeenath Principal character
2003 Ujaalaa Raasthaa Ameena Adam Leading role; appeared in 8 episodes [20]
2003–2004 Thiyey Mihithuge Vindhakee Husna Lead role spanning 46 episodes [21]
2004–2005 Loabi Nulibunas Shadhiya Main character; 15 episodes total [22]
2005 Loabi Vaanama Niuma Guest appearance in 2 episodes [23]
2008 Hinithun Velaashey Kalaa Hana Guest role featured in "Episode 44" [24]
2008 Loabin Hiyy Furenee Zeyna Leading role over 13 episodes [25]
2008 Umurah Ekee Ulhen Bunefaa Shameema Principal role
2011 Hiyy Vanee Inthizaarugai Zara [26]
2013 Vaudhey Mee Shaaira Lead character; featured in 8 episodes [27]
2019 Shhh Reesha Appeared in 2 episodes [26]
2019 Yes Sir Lailaa/Zahira Main role across 10 episodes [28]


Short film

Year Title Character Remarks Reference(s)
2005 Falhi Sikunthu 2 Athika [29]
2006 Minikaa Dhaitha Unnamed role Guest appearance [30]
2006 Ereyge Fahun Dr. Najfa
2009 Dhanna Nudhanna Rauna [31]
2009 Dhekunu Huvafen Liusha
2009 Fahun Rangalhuvaane Dhon Sihthi [31]
2010 Dhanna Nudhanna 2 Rauna [31]

Accolades

Year Award Ceremony Category Work Nominated For Outcome Reference(s)
2008 5th Gaumee Film Awards Best Actress Heylaa Template:Nom [6]
Best Supporting Actress Hukuru Vileyrey Template:Nom [6]
2014 3rd Maldives Film Awards Best Actress - Short film category Siyaasee Koalhun Template:Nom [32]
Best Makeup - Short film category Siyaasee Koalhun (Shared with Fathimath Azifa) Template:Nom [32]
2017 8th Gaumee Film Awards Best Supporting Actress Ahsham Template:Won [12]
Vee Beyvafa Template:Nom [15]
Best Supporting Actress - Short film category Siyaasee Koalhun Template:Nom [15]
Ahsham Template:Nom [15]

External links

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  17. ↑ Adhushan, Ahmed (12 January 2019). "Maldives Film Industry Highlights - 12 Jan 2019". Mihaaru (in ދިވެހިބަސް). Archived from the original on 28 January 2019. Retrieved 28 January 2019.
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  23. ↑ Maaha, Aishath (11 June 2016). "Ali Waheed quits film industry". MuniAvas.
  24. ↑ Abdulla, Sajid (12 April 2019). "Most popular dhivehi drama series of all time". MuniAvas.
  25. ↑ Adam, Ahmed Hameed (11 December 2020). "Star's Story: Best Actor in Maldives". Avas (in ދިވެހިބަސް).
  26. ↑ 26.0 26.1 Lubaa, Aminath (10 May 2019). "Are you ready for the horror web series, Shhh?". Sun (in ދިވެހިބަސް).
  27. ↑ Adhushan, Ahmed (27 January 2013). "Shooting of "Vaudhey Mee" in Eydhafushi". EydhafushiTimes (in Divehi).{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link)
  28. ↑ Rasheed, Ahmed (11 August 2019). "Baiskoafu's new comedy series "Yes Sir" premiered". MuniAvas (in Divehi).{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: unrecognized language (link)
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