# Vaashey Mashaa Ekee

Vaashey Mashaa Ekee (transl. stay with me) is a 2016 Maldivian romantic comedy film directed by Ali Shifau. Co-produced by Mohamed Ali and Aishath Fuad Thaufeeq under Dark Rain Entertainment, the film stars Mohamed Jumayyil and Mariyam Majudha in pivotal roles. The shooting of the film took place in Malé, Hulhumalé and Villimalé.

## Plot

The story revolves around 2 individuals with different ideologies. Ziyadh wants to enjoy his life and don't want any kids. Nathasha on the other hand, is a hardworking teacher who loves kids and wants have one too.
Problem arise when Natha become pregnant. Ziya's behaviour towards Natha changed after her pregnancy. Natha decided to separate from Ziya due to his lack of co-operation, and lives with her friend Ina. Ziya realised the importance of Natha and his baby and wants Natha back in him, but Natha doesn't wanna go back to him. Ziya does everything Natha expected him to do so he can win her back. Natha accept Ziya's apology. After getting along Natha gets labour pain and gets admitted. During the delivery Ziya was with Natha in the Labour ward despite it not being allowed. Ziya happily carries his and realise the importance of a child in marriage.
Four years later, Natha and Ziya lives a happy life with their son. Natha reveals that she is pregnant again to which Ziya reacts in a negative way.

## Cast

* Mohamed Jumayyil as Ziyaadh aka Ziya, Natha's husband
* Mariyam Majudha as Nathasha aka Natha, Ziya's wife
* Mohamed Faisal as Thobe, Ziya's friend & Inaya's brother
* Ali Shazleem as Adhuham, Ina's husband
* Aminath Noora as Inaya aka Ina, Adhuham's wife & Thobe's sister
* Ahmed Sunie as Dr. Asif, Natha's gynecologist & Suzanne's husband
* Adam Rizwee as Rex, Ziya & Thobe's friend
* Ahmed Shakir as Zaroon, Fubu's brother
* Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim as Fubu, Natha's ex-boyfriend & Zaroon's brother
* Maryz Gomez as Maryz, Thobe's girlfriend
* Maria Teresa Pagano as Suzanne, Maryz friend & Dr. Asif's wife
* Mohamed Naail as Kaif, Ina & Adhuham's eldest son
* Ahmed Naavi as Zaul, Ina & Adhuham's youngest son
* Aishath Gulfa as Dr. Aisha, Natha's radiologist
* Hassan Rizvee as Office Assistant
* Hamdhan Farooq as Male Nurse

## Soundtrack

The soundtrack album of the film consists of six original tracks. The music of the album was composed by Mohamed Ikram.

## Release

Initially, Vaashey Mashaa Ekee was slated to release during the month of February in 2016. However, on 9 November 2015, it was revealed that the release date of the film was postponed to 4 May 2016. After confirming the news on their official Facebook page, the film was confirmed to be releasing a month earlier. The film was premiered at Olympus on 5 April 2016. The film was premiered at different islands afterwards. It was screened at Addu City on 14 April 2016.

## Accolades

| Award | Category | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Result |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best film | Vaashey Mashaa Ekee | Won |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Director | Ali Shifau | Won |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Actor | Mohamed Jumayyil | Won |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Actress | Mariyam Majudha | Won |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Mohamed Faisal | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Supporting Actor | Adam Rizwee | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Male Debut | Abdullah Shafiu Ibrahim | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Female Debut | Aminath Noora | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Original Song | Detune Band for "Noon Noon Nudhey" | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Lyricist | Ahmed Furugan for "Noon Noon Nudhey" | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Male Playback Singer | Ahmed Furugan for "Noon Noon Nudhey" | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Khadheeja Mohamed for "Vaashey Mashaa Ekee" | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Editing | Ali Shifau | Won |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Cinematography | Ali Shifau and Ahmed Sinan | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Screenplay | Mahdi Ahmed | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Background Music | Mohamed Ikram | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Sound Editing | Ali Shifau and Mohamed Ikram | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Sound Mixing | Mohamed Ikram | Won |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Art Direction | Mohamed Ali and Ali Shifau | Won |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Visual Effects | Ahmed Sinan | Nominated |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Costume Design | Mariyam Majudha | Won |
| 8th Gaumee Film Awards | Best Makeup | Mariyam Majudha | Nominated |