Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi is a former Maldivian film actress.
Career Khadheeja Ibrahim Didi appeared in Abdul Faththaah's horror film Eynaa, released in 2004, with Sheela Najeeb, Mohamed Manik, Ahmed Shah, Ibrahim Jihad and Nashidha Mohamed as one of six colleagues who go on a picnic to a haunted uninhabited island and face a battle for survival. The film garnered critical appreciation especially for its technical department and was a commercial success. She then made an appearance as a cheating girlfriend and a spirit in Yoosuf Shafeeu directed horror film Edhathuru (2004) which revolves around eight friends who go on a picnic to an island and how they fight to survive the horrific incidents that befall them. The film was appreciated by critics, specifically praising its sound effect and was a commercial success. Didi received her first Gaumee Film Award nomination as the Best Supporting Actress for her "authentic" performance as the cunning and unfaithful girlfriend who is having an extramarital affair with a married man in Abdul Faththaah's critically praised romantic film Vehey Vaarey Therein (2003). Featuring Yoosuf Shafeeu, Jamsheedha Ahmed, Mohamed Shavin, Amira Ismail and Aminath Rasheedha in crucial roles, the film narrates the story of unrequited love, and proved to be one of the highest-grossing Maldivian films of the year. She rose to widespread prominence in the television industry with her performance as a colleague seducing her friend's husband in the Arifa Ibrahim-directed critically acclaimed television series, Vairoalhi Ahves Sirrun (2005) which revolves around two best-friends involved in extra-marital affairs and who fail to practice their duty as husband and wife. Starring alongside Niuma Mohamed, Ahmed Asim, Aminath Rasheedha and Mariyam Shakeela, the series was listed as one of the most successful television series.
In 2011, Didi played the role of Afiya, the wife from an underprivileged family grabbing every chance to sustain their basic needs, in the Moomin Fuad-directed crime tragedy drama Loodhifa. Featuring an ensemble cast, the film deals with modern social issues in society told from the different perspectives of the characters. Made on a budget of MVR 600,000, the film was declared a commercial failure though it received wide critical acclaim. Her portrayal garnered her several award nominations, including a Gaumee Film Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress and a Maldives Film Award nomination as Best Supporting Actor. She next starred in a small role as a nurse in Abdul Faththaah's romantic film Love Story (2012) alongside Ali Seezan, Aishath Rishmy and Amira Ismail.
In 2018, Didi was featured alongside Mohamed Jumayyil, Mariyam Majudha and Nuzuhath Shuaib in Ali Shifau's family drama Vakin Loabin (2018). The film tells a story of a young couple’s divorce and its impact on everyone involved. Upon release, the film met with a positive response from critics, specifically praising the screenplay for toning down its melodrama and breaking from the stereotypes of its genre, and it was a commercial success.
Media image In 2012, she was ranked at the seventh position in the list of "Best Actresses in Maldives" compiled by Haveeru.
Filmography Feature film Year Title Role Notes 2003 Kalaayaanulaa Herself Special appearance in the song "Hee Samaasa Rattehinna" 2003 Vehey Vaarey Therein Aminath Nathasha Nominated—Gaumee Film Award for Best Supporting Actress 2004 Hama Himeyn Fazeela 2004 Eynaa Neena 2004 Edhathuru Thaniya 2006Hithuge Edhun HerselfSpecial appearance 2010 Mi Hiyy Keekkuraanee? Firasha 2011 Loodhifa Afiya Nominated—Gaumee Film Award for Best Supporting ActressNominated—Maldives Film Awards for Best Supporting Actress 2012 Love Story Nurse Special appearance 2015 Emme Fahu Vindha Jehendhen Amira 2018 Vakin Loabin Salma Gaumee Film Award for Best Supporting Actress 2023Loabi Vevijje Customer Special appearance 2024Lasviyas Maastha
Television Year Title Role Notes 2003Ruheveynee Kon Hithakun? Teledrama 2004 Thiyey Mihithuge Vindhakee Mizna Guest role; "Episode 31" 2004 Vaisoori Seema / Sameera In the segments "Namoonaa Akah Vaasheve!"and "An'dhiri Hayaaiy" 2004 Kamana Vareh Neiy Muna Main role; 4 episodes 2005–2006 Fukkashi Various roles Main role; 5 episodes 2005Baiveriyaa Leena Main role; 12 episodes 2005–2006 Vairoalhi Ahves Sirrun Thooba Main role; 52 episodes 2006 Kuramey Vadhaaee Salaam Firasha Main role; 13 episodes 2006Saaraa Main role 2006–2008Hinithun Velaashey Kalaa Inaya Main role; 48 episodes2007Vamey Kaireegaa Kalaa 2008Loabin Hiyy Furenee Maiha Main role; 5 episodes2008Manzilakee Thee Ey MageyMain role 2009Silsilaa Zulshan Main role; 5 episodes 2009Sirru Sirrun Kalaa Azeeza "Azza" Main role
Short film Year Title Role Notes 2006 Kiss Jazbaath Leena 2006 Mohamma Kalo V/S Bao Kalo Hudha 2006 Handi Ganduvaru Dhonkamana Snow White 2007 Magey Dharifulhu Aishath Noora 2008Guest House Room Number:201 Lailaa 2010 Keevvehey Vakivee Yaaraa? Zeena
Accolades Year Award Category Nominated work Result 2007 4th Gaumee Film Awards Best Supporting Actress Vehey Vaarey Therein 20122nd Maldives Film Awards Best Supporting Actress Loodhifa 2016 7th Gaumee Film Awards Best Supporting Actress Loodhifa 2019 9th Gaumee Film Awards Best Supporting Actress Vakin Loabin
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