Lafuzu
Lafuzu is a Maldivian family drama web series written by Mariyam Moosa and directed by Ahmed Nimal.[1] It stars Mariyam Shifa, Ali Azim and Adam Saeed in main roles.[2] The pilot episode of the series was released on 26 February 2022.[3]
| Lafuzu | |
|---|---|
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| Screenplay by | Mariyam Moosa |
| Directed by | Ahmed Nimal |
| Country of origin | Maldives |
| Original language | Divehi |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 30 |
| Production | |
| Producer | Mohamed Abdulla |
| Cinematography | Ali Rasheed |
| Editor | Ali Rasheed |
| Production company | Dhekedheke Ves Production |
| Distributor | Medianet Multi Screen |
| Release | |
| Original release | February 26, 2022 |
Cast and characters
Main
- Mariyam Shifa as Laika
- Ali Azim as Akif
- Adam Saeed as Yazan
- Fathimath Latheefa as Zareena
- Aishath Thuhufa as Nadha
- Arifa Ali as Rasheedha
- Abdulla Naseer as Husnee
Recurring
- Ahmed Nimal as Alibe
- Mariyam Shakeela as Samihtha
- Hassan Zivaan
- Aishath Yasna
- Aishath Mahmoodh
- Yoosuf Yuaan as young Yumnu
- Looth Laizaan as young Nihadh
- Ramsha Ibrahim as young Laika
Guest
- Hawwa Shadhiya as Aathi (Episode 2)
Episodes
| No. | Title | Directed by | Original release date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Episode 1" | Ahmed Nimal | February 26, 2022 | |
| Rashidha, who is expecting a third child, suffers from mental ailment and neglects her two children, Nihad and Laika. Her prospects have fallen into disrepair where she no longer cares about herself and takes out her frustration and anger on her children. Nihad, puzzled, keeps asking his aunt Zareena why his father despises him so much, to which Zareena has no explanation. Laika was raped when she was six years old, but the perpetrator remains unknown to date. Since that traumatic night, little Laika's life was never the same. She is getting nightmares that have kept her awake at night for the past 12 years. | ||||
| 2 | "Episode 2" | Ahmed Nimal | March 5, 2022 | |
| Laika is always scared feeling anxious because of her traumatic childhood experience. Akif and Yazan take a trip to Laika's island for a sports coaching program, during which Yazan meets Laika by accident, with whom he falls in love with right away. | ||||
| 3 | "Episode 3" | Ahmed Nimal | March 12, 2022 | |
| From her conversation with the school principal, Laika hears of Yazan and Akif's stay at her home. She feels furious at her grandma for letting Yazan and Akif stay at her house. However, because the coaching program is a school activity, she decides to let go of her anger. Laika continues to have nightmares. One of such nights she catches a glimpse a show from her window. Yazan catches after someone who bursts into Laika's house, searching the streets. and bumps into Husnee gasping for breath. | ||||
| 4 | "Episode 4" | Ahmed Nimal | March 19, 2022 | |
| Laika shares her emotions with her grandmother, worried and distressed after Husness raises an unexpected question to her. Meanwhile, Rashidha taunts Laika and yells at her, making her feel miserable, although she fears of losing Laika. | ||||
| 5 | "Episode 5" | Ahmed Nimal | March 26, 2022 | |
| Yazan asks questions to Laika about Nihadh. In the middle of the conversation, Yazan holds Laika's hand, which disgusts her and drives her to slap Yazan. | ||||
| 6 | "Episode 6" | Ahmed Nimal | April 2, 2022 | |
| 7 | "Episode 7" | Ahmed Nimal | April 9, 2022 | |
Soundtrack
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Lafuzu" | Adam Haleem Adnan | Hussain Sobah | Mumthaz Moosa, Raaya |
Release and reception
The series was made available for streaming through Medianet Multi Screen on 26 February 2022.[4][5] The first two episodes of the series received mixed reviews from critics.[6]
References
- Adhushan, Ahmed (10 February 2022). "Teaser of Muhamma's "Lafuzu" released". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 27 February 2022. Retrieved 27 February 2022.
- Adhushan, Ahmed (10 February 2022). "Muhamma's "Lafuzu" to release on 26 February". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 27 February 2022. Retrieved 27 February 2022.
- Ibrahim, Aminath (28 February 2022). "Everything you should know about MediaNet's new series "Lafuzu"". Adhadhu (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 2 April 2022. Retrieved 2 April 2022.
- Adhushan, Ahmed (26 February 2022). "Muhamma's "Lafuzu" premiered". MuniAvas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 27 February 2022. Retrieved 27 February 2022.
- ""Lafuzu" starring talented tiktok star to be premiered soon". Dhuvas (in Divehi). 23 February 2022. Archived from the original on 2 April 2022. Retrieved 2 April 2022.
- "Muhamma's "Lafuzu" launched as a MediaNet Original". Sun (in Divehi). 27 February 2022. Archived from the original on 12 April 2022. Retrieved 12 April 2022.
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