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Reshalee de Silva is a Sri Lankan model and digital content creator who has steadily gained recognition on both the pageant stage and across social media. She rose to prominence in 2024, securing 1st Runner-Up at Face of Asia 2024 and 3rd Runner-Up at Miss Universe Sri Lanka 2024 , establishing herself as one of the emerging faces in the country’s contemporary modeling scene. Beyond pageantry, Res...

Lamha follows the emotional journey of a young girl navigating the quiet, complex layers of her mother’s life. What begins as innocence gradually unfolds into a story of love, confusion, and emotional awakening, as her admiration turns into something more complicated particularly toward a man who enters her mother’s world. Confronted with feelings beyond her years—jealousy, loss, and a fragile sen...

Meet Hawwa Ajufaan, aka Ajja  @mrs.curlyflorist  ! When the Covid-19 pandemic paused her 15-year hospitality career, a temporary gig at a Malé flower shop sparked a brand new passion. Today, she isn't just arranging flowers, she’s telling stories. Watch as Ajja works her magic in the studio. Instead of copying Pinterest, she designs custom floral art that breathes life into spaces, perfectly match...

It’s only been three years since Suma Designs officially launched, but if you’re on Instagram, you definitely know the name. What you might not know is that Suma is an absolute one-woman show. From handling the admin and marketing to sketching the designs and sewing every last stitch, she is the engine behind it all. Watch her full video profile above to see how she brings her stunning sketches to...

This video offers a glimpse into the American Ambassador’s residence in Malé, where art becomes a bridge between nations. Featuring works by iconic American artists from historic seascapes to bold pop art the  #exhibition  reflects shared connections to the ocean, creativity, and cultural exchange. Curated through the U.S. Department of State’s Art in Embassies program, the collection highlights t...

Solo Art Exhibition by  @baachy  , dedicated to the loving memory of his father Hassan Haleem National Art Gallery 05th- 14th December 2025

Inclusive Maldives: Advancing Social Progress Through Accessibility Muawiyath M. Didi (Muthu)  @wheelchair.to.motorbike Disability Advocate The 2025 International Day of Persons with  #Disabilities  focuses on “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.” This video highlights voices from the community as they reflect on what inclusion truly means in everyday life.

The Fisheries Ministry has announced that gulper shark fishing will be permitted annually from December to June, easing the long-standing blanket ban on shark fishing in the Maldives. Under the new Management Plan, gulper shark fishing and its trade require a special license from the Ministry, with permits capped at a maximum of 40 vessels nationwide. ⁠#maldives⁠   ⁠#Newsroommv⁠   ⁠#Shark⁠   ⁠#sha...

Darkrain Entertainment, a leading producer in the Maldivian film industry, is set to release its next film, "ALVADHAAU," on December 1st! The highly anticipated movie, directed by Ali Shifau (Chippe) and written by Shahudha Mahmood (Shahu), promises a compelling story of love, tragedy, and resilience. The plot features a surprising twist: actress Mariyam Majda's character receives a...

HIY KALAAYAH EDHEYTHEE – SEASON 2 is a Maldivian romantic family drama web series directed by Mohamed Aboobakuru (Maa Emboo). The series continues to explore themes of love, family, and relationships, weaving heartfelt narratives deeply rooted in Maldivian life and culture. A MediaNet Original Series, available on MediaNet Video Club, the show is produced by ME Productions, with cinematography, ed...

Adhulu Bathil is a music album composed by Mohamed Naweez Saleem (Akku) , blending soulful melodies with contemporary Maldivian sounds. The album captures emotion and reflection through its unique musical storytelling. It will be released on 28 October 2025 , available exclusively on Spotify and SoundCloud . Date: 15 Oct 2025 Produced by: Newsroom.mv Contact: ⁠asknewsroom@gmail.com⁠

Newsroom. mv Kulture Interview - Mr. Ahmed Azmeen (Baachy) - Art exhibition, “Makkah” hmed Azmee, known as Baachy, is a self-taught, nationally recognised Maldivian artist and recipient of the National Award in Fine Arts. His latest solo exhibition, Makkah, presented by MUSE at the National Art Gallery from 3–13 July 2025, marks a powerful shift in his artistic direction. Featuring 19 symbolic wor...

Welcome to Newsroom.mv Today on our Newsroom Kulture Series , we feature Mr. Abdulla Faiz and his solo art exhibition, “Ihusaas.” Produced by: Ali Nishan (Millzero) Originally Published Date: 13 September 2025 Contact: asknewsroom@gmail.com

On this episode: - Mohamed Hamdhoon (Managing Editor at @AdhadhuMV, President @mjamaldive. Formerly @haveeru, @mihaarunews. Ex MBR media council. Journalism award winner. B.A, M.A in Journalism. ) An award winning journalist talks about journalism in Maldives. His well researched historical writing has been an inspiration to the community and he speaks in detail about researching for great writing...

On this episode:  - When i first saw Manaal he was doing very interesting visuals with colored wax, oil and water for a concert backstage, this was almost 10 years ago. Most people know him as DJ Manaal / Mo / @autonomoto r. He has been doing lot in different creative areas and specially he is a great electronic music producer in Maldives. Manaal is currently stationed mixing and producing hi...

Ahmed Naaif Managing Editor @sunbrk | SG @mjamaldives | Contributor @noonudaily | Co-Founder @avasmv talks about media in maldives. On this podcast he has highlighted on freedom of press in maldives. His opinion on future of digital and traditional journalism, current media related content and what needs to be improve in our society. Intro : Breathe : Ian Post - Artlist Back Music : Gradient : Phi...

Sham'aan Shakir freelance video producer / Multimedia and journalism lecturer at Faculty of Arts (Maldives National University) talks about “ Maliku Dhathuru ” on Baiskoafu Ap p. As Shamaan talks about the production of Maliku Dhathuru which was recorded on Late 2016 and air on mid 2020.   Sorry about the poor audio quality.  Intro : Breathe : Ian Post - Artlist Back Music : Gradient : P...

On this episode:  - Young filmmaker Shamin Nizam and Ravee Farooq is on this podcast talking about their latest project, Covid 19 Related limited series called "THADHU". This 3 part web series is produced in association with Health Emergency Operations Centre, UNICEF Maldives & HPA. Starring Ravee Farooq, Aisha Ail, Nathasha Jaleel, Aishath Rishmy, Ali Farooq & Mariyam Haleem. Thadhu...

On this episode we research and talk about how the art community in Maldives could survive this pandemic and gain a better livelihood in the close future by using successful mechanism used in Maldivian idol . On this episode we have referred the speech given by PSM MD Mr Ibrahim Khaleel on Maldivian idol season 1 finale (5 May 2016). We look at the survey done by Maldivian broadcasting commission...

On this episode:  - @ReallyNattu co-founder of Lottiefiles talks about how lottifiles was build. Also he talks about UI/UX design, team building, Mistakes we make in hire people for creative projects, project manager from a design perspective and he talks about his failures in his journey. Washing your hands with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your...

On this episode:   - Nattu @ReallyNattu co-founder of Lottiefiles talks about Maldives community-driven contact tracing App "TraceEkee" develop to mitigate community spread of covid-19. He answers about the basic public questions on this App and talks about the team behind the local App  and more. Please install App "TraceEkee" to spread and end this world pandemic. More information on t...

On this episode:  - Mauroof Ibrahim (Morefeous) share his experience as an Animator in Maldives. NOTE: this episode was recorded before the pandemic. Full episode is Spoken in Dhivehi. Mr. Mauroof talks about his journey in animation and also he highlight about health risks he has faced in his journey. Washing your hands with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that m...

On this episode:  - Photojournalism in Maldives  Full episode is Spoken in Dhivehi. We have very few people in news and related areas who go deep into news related story telling in our community. I am talking about Photojournalism or Visual storytelling in the news. On this episode of Kula Podcast Samahi and Hussain Waheed talks about Photojournalism in Maldives. Ali Samahi’s work : http...

On this episode:  - We welcome GMB Akash to our podcast.   GMB Akash is a Bangladeshi photographer, storyteller and  photojournalist & writer, received 100 international Awards, speaker at TEDxPorto and TEDxHyderabad. He talks about how he started is photography journey, humanitarian work, photo projects and about the exhibition that was held in National Art Gallery of Maldives...

On this episode:  - - News update of 9th SAARC Art festival running from 22-27th September 2019. Final Exhibition at National Art Gallery on 29th September 2019. - We try to bring some basic photography tutorials we called this educational segment as "Saafu Nusaafu", Mainly highlighted basic parts of SLR (Single Lens Reflex ) camera and Aperture. - Upcoming Exhibition : In My Mind, An artisti...