Bos (film)
| Bos | |
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 Official film poster | |
| Directed by | Aishath Rishmy |
| Screenplay by | Fathimath Nahula |
| Produced by | Fathimath Nahula |
| Starring | Mariyam Azza Mohamed Yunaan Ibrahim Jihad Fathimath Azifa |
| Cinematography | Hussain Adnan Mohamed Ishan |
| Edited by | Ravee Farooq |
| Music by | Fathuhulla Shakeel |
| Distributed by | Crystal Entertainment |
Release date |
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Running time | 186 minutes |
| Country | Maldives |
| Language | Dhivehi |
Bos (transl. Kiss) is a 2017 Maldivian romantic film directed by Aishath Rishmy. Produced by Fathimath Nahula under Crystal Entertainment, the film stars Mariyam Azza, Mohamed Yunaan, Ibrahim Jihad and Fathimath Azifa in pivotal roles. The film was released on 31 October 2017.[1]
Premise
[edit]Raaidh (Mohamed Yunaan), a smart IT technician and A professional hacker is dejected by his high-standard friend, June (Fathimath Azifa) who is in a romantic relationship with a wealthy young man, Maaish (Ibrahim Jihad). The latter's father (Ali Shameel) arranges Maaish's marriage with Ibaa (Mariyam Azza), the daughter of a family friend who lost his life recently and hires Raaidh to take care of Ibaa in her trauma. Maaish agrees to marry Ibaa for a personal gain while Raaidh accepts Shameel's offer to avenge on June. As days pass by, Raaidh and Ibaa slowly get attached towards each other.
In order to help Ibaa recover from trauma Raaidh take her to his island. There Raaidh's mother mistake Ibaa to be Raaidh's girlfriend and become happy thinking Raaidh is going to marry Ibaa. During the trip Raaidh and Ibaa developed feelings for each other but could not dare to express. When they returned Maaish proposed Ibaa for marriage and the eventually get married upsetting Raaidh.
After marriage Ibaa's health deteriorate and Raaidh came to the it was Maaish and his father who did this to her in order to gain her property. Raaidh decided to donate his liver which after a lot of complications become success and Raaidh unites with Ibaa
The film ends with Ibaa and Raaidh getting married and living a happily life with their child.
Cast
[edit]- Mariyam Azza as Ibaa
- Mohamed Yunaan as Raaidh
- Ibrahim Jihad as Maaish
- Fathimath Azifa as June
- Ali Azim as Abo
- Ali Shameel as Maish's father
- Koyya Hassan Manik as Raaidh's father
- Ahmed Shiyam as Zahid
- Ashraf Mohamed as Dr. Aamir
- Fathimath Ibrahim as Raaidh's mother
- Ahmed Niyaz as Mahdi
- Hussain Shadyaan Hassan as Doctor
- Maria Teresa Pagano as Foreign Doctor
Development
[edit]Initially, it was planned to commence filming in February.[2] However, it was delayed to July due to reservation issues from the resort for the initial schedule.[2] After finalizing the cast and locations, filming commenced on 13 June 2017.[3] The majority of the scenes were shot in L. Reveries.[2] In February 2017, it was confirmed that Mariyam Azza and Ibrahim Jihad will star in the film.[2] After announcing the project, Nahula stated that, with Bos she will launch a "fresh face" to the industry and is "hunting for a director". On 8 March 2017, during the premier event of the film Vishka, Nahula offered actress Aishath Rishmy to direct the film, which she accepted on 10 April 2017.[4][5] Except for the lead actor, the rest of cast including Fathimath Azifa and Ali Azim were confirmed by the director on 2 June 2017.[3] On 8 July 2017, it was revealed that actor Mohamed Yunaan will make his debut in this film.[6]
Soundtrack
[edit]| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Mi Hiyy Edhey Goiy Nuvanee" | Mausoom Shakir | Munaz Zubair | Hamoodh Ibrahim, Rafiyath Rameeza | 04:43 |
| 2. | "Veyn Thakun Dhin Hithi Maazee" | Adam Haleem Adnan | Ibrahim Zaid Ali | Shalabee Ibrahim, Mariyam Ashfa | 06:39 |
| 3. | "Bos Dheyhaa Loabivey" | Mausoom Shakir | Ismail Adheel | Mohamed Abdul Ghanee, Aishath Maain Rasheed | 04:36 |
| 4. | "Mi Vaavaru" | Mausoom Shakir | Ibrahim Zaid Ali | Ibrahim Zaid Ali | 04:59 |
| 5. | "Loabin Gos Bos Dheyn" | Mausoom Shakir | Hussain Sobah | Mohamed Abdul Ghanee | 05:21 |
| 6. | "Hiyy Avas Vaa Goiyy Viyey" | Mausoom Shakir | Fathuhullah Abdul Fathah | Ahmed Nabeel Mohamed | 03:54 |
| 7. | "Aharenge Hiyy Himeynvaan" | Mohamed Abdul Ghanee | Abdul Baasith | Mohamed Abdul Ghanee | 05:16 |
| 8. | "Edhemey Rahumaiy" | Mausoom Shakir | Ibrahim Zaid Ali | Ibrahim Zaid Ali | 05:06 |
| Total length: | 40:36 | ||||
Release and reception
[edit]The poster of the film was unveiled on 8 July 2017.[7] The soundtrack album and trailer of the film was released on 8 September 2020.[8] Initially, it was planned to release the film on 24 September 2017, but the premier date was pushed further a week as it clashes with the second term examination period.[9] The release date of the film was later finalized for 31 September 2017.[9]
Upon release, the film received mixed reviews from critics. Aishath Fareeha from Sun applauded the work by director Aishath Rishmy for presenting a "predictable storyline from a stereotyped genre in an engaging manner" with commendable performances by Fathimath Azifa, Ibrahim Jihad and debutant Mohamed Yunaan. In a special mention Fareeha noted the comical role played by Ali Azim for saturating the film from being over-emotional.[10] Avas in its film review criticized the film for its depressive nature and wrote: "Luckily, actors like Azifa, Jihad and Azim, with their brilliant performances, were able to save this titanic from sinking in an ocean of tears".[11] Despite the mixed reviews, the film emerged as the highest grossing Maldivian film of 2017.[12]
Accolades
[edit]| Award | Category | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Result | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Ibrahim Jihad | Nominated | [13] |
| Best Supporting Actress | Fathimath Azifa | Nominated | [13] | |
| Best Original Song | Fathuhulla Abdul Fatthah for "Hiyy Avas Vaa Goiy" | Won | [14] | |
| Best Lyricist | Mausoom Shakir for "Hiyy Avas Vaa Goiy" | Won | [14] | |
| Best Playback Singer – Male | Ahmed Nabeel Mohamed for "Hiyy Avas Vaa Goiy" | Won | [14] | |
| Mohamed Abdul Ghanee for "Aharenge Hiyy Himeynvey" | Nominated | [13] | ||
| Best Cinematography | Hussain Adnan, Mohamed Ishan | Nominated | [13] |
References
[edit]- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (2 December 2017). "Last two shows of "Bos"". Mihaaru. Archived from the original on 26 March 2018. Retrieved 26 March 2018.
- ^ a b c d Adhushan, Ahmed (5 February 2017). "Nahula's "Bos" shooting to start post Ramazan". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 28 March 2018. Retrieved 28 March 2018.
- ^ a b Mujuthaba, Ahmed (2 June 2017). "Cast final; shooting begins on 13 June". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (9 March 2017). "Nahula offered Rishmy to direct her film "Bos"". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 28 March 2018. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (10 April 2017). "Rishmy confirmed as the director of Bos". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (8 July 2017). "New face and poster of Bos revealed". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ Reehan, Mohamed (8 July 2017). "Poster of Bos revealed". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ Mujuthaba, Ahmed (7 September 2017). "Trailer of the film revealed". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ a b Adhushan, Ahmed (11 September 2017). "Releasing of Bos delayed for a week". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ Fareeha, Aishath (2 November 2017). "Bos: A must watch". Sun (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 5 January 2021. Retrieved 5 January 2021.
- ^ "Trapped in the "kisses" of Yunaan". Avas (in Divehi). 14 November 2017. Archived from the original on 17 April 2018. Retrieved 17 April 2018.
- ^ Adhushan, Ahmed (31 December 2017). "2017: Is it a successful year for the film industry?". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 26 March 2018. Retrieved 26 March 2018.
- ^ a b c d Adhushan, Ahmed (9 November 2019). "Nominations for 9th Dhivehi Film Awards". Mihaaru (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 24 August 2020. Retrieved 24 August 2020.
- ^ a b c Sharaf, Aisha (16 November 2019). "Film Award: Vishak shines". Avas (in Divehi). Archived from the original on 24 August 2020. Retrieved 24 August 2020.