Hiyy Halaaku


Hiyy Halaaku is a 2000 Maldivian romantic drama film directed by Hussain Adil. Produced under Motion Pictures, the film stars Yoosuf Shafeeu, Niuma Mohamed and Sheela Najeeb in pivotal roles. The plot combines two love triangles set years apart. The first half covers friends on a college campus, while the second tells the story of a widower's young daughter who tries to reunite her dad with his old friend. The film was an unofficial remake of Karan Johar's romantic drama film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai.

Premise

The film opens showing the strong bond between Shahil and his best friend, tomboy Fazlee who are popular students at college. Although they are very close, both of them deny any romantic feelings for each other. They are then introduced to the college principal Mr. Shameel's daughter Zeena who joined the college from Oxford University to finish her degree. Zeena quickly becomes friends with Shahil and Fazlee while Shahil constantly flirts with Zeena, trying to win over her. As times fly by, Fazlee realises her true affection towards Shahil but before she is able to declare her feelings, she discovers that Shahil is in love with Zeena.

Cast

Development

Initially, Aishath Shiranee was cast in the role of Fazlee, with nearly half of the filming completed before she withdrew due to health issues. Mariyam Nisha was then brought in to replace her, but after filming a small portion, she was ultimately replaced by Niuma Mohamed.