Giridha

Giridha is Maldivian comedy drama web series written and directed by Yoosuf Shafeeu. It stars Ibrahim Jihad, Ali Azim and Ali Usam in main roles. The film follows three friends who move to Male' in hopes of finding work and struggle to pay their rent. They befriend their leaser and plan on following their lifelong dream of working in the film industry. The pilot episode of the series was released on 7 September 2021.

Cast and characters

Main

Ibrahim Jihad as Ibrahim Jinah
Ali Azim as Ayaaz
Ali Usam as Mafaaz

Recurring

Aminath Noora as Madam Fathun
Shima as Rosemeen
Ahmed Ziya as Rameez
Mohamed [Afrah (actor)|Mohamed Afrah] as Zumarrath

Guest

Ansham Mohamed as Rozy
Shana as Rozaina
Shifana as Roziana
Ahmed Easa as Vasanti
Mohamed Faisal as Director Sibzaud
Hussain Shibau as Boogle Master

Development

After the project was put in halt for several months, director Yoosuf Shafeeu resumed shooting of the film, following the positive feedback from Multi Screen. The series was developed as a mix of sitcom comedy and casual comedy. The project was re-announced on 7 August 2021, with several actors from Shafeeu's previous directorial venture, Avahteriyaa.

Release and reception

The pilot episode of the series was made available for streaming on Baiskoafu on 7 September 2021, to positive reviews from critics.