Zaharu
Synopsis
Hussain (Ali Cezan) is an interior designer who lives in Male' with his wife and daughter. He was leading and happy and peaceful life until he meets Shaheen (Sheila Najeeb), a long lost friend. While his wife, Ainthu (Niuma Mohamed), and daughter, Sumakko (Aflaaz Faisal) are out of Male on a short holiday, Hussain has a short affair with Shaheen. Though he wanted to end the fling, she begins clinging to him and eventually he becomes her obsession.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ali Shifau
- Screenplay & Story
- Ali Shifau
- Original Title
- Zaharu
- Country of Origin
- Maldives
- Spoken Languages
- Divehi
- Runtime
- 2h 11m
- Production Studios
- Dark Rain Entertainment
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What is Zaharu about?
Hussain (Ali Cezan) is an interior designer who lives in Male' with his wife and daughter. He was leading and happy and peaceful life until he meets Shaheen (Sheila Najeeb), a long lost friend. While his wife, Ainthu (Niuma Mohamed), and daughter, Sumakko (Aflaaz Faisal) are out of Male on a short holiday, Hussain has a short affair with Shaheen. Though he wanted to end the fling, she begins clinging to him and eventually he becomes her obsession.
Who directed Zaharu?
Zaharu was directed by Ali Shifau.
Who stars in Zaharu?
The principal cast of Zaharu includes Ali Cezan, Niuma Mohamed, Sheila Najeeb, Fathmath Aflaz Faisal, Mohamed Faisal.
When was Zaharu released and how long is it?
Zaharu was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 2h 11m.