Mohamed Manik Biography: Awards, Wife, Height, Net Worth, Movies, Age, Height, Ethnicity

Mohamed Manik is a Maldivian film actor, director and makeup artist who became widely known in the Maldives for his versatile performances in drama, horror and romance films.

He gained prominence in the early 2000s when he appeared in popular television dramas and feature films which drew both critical acclaim and box-office success.

Over the years, he has expanded his role in the industry beyond acting to include behind-the-camera work and contributions to film production.

Profile

• Full name: Mohamed Manik
• Date of birth: 15 October 1969
• Age: 56 years old
• Gender: Male
• Place of birth: Malé, Maldives
• Nationality: Maldivian
• Profession: Actor, Director, Makeup Artist
• Parents: N/A
• Siblings: N/A
• Spouse: Sheela Najeeb
• Children: 3
• Relationship status: Married
• Religion: Islam
• Ethnicity: Maldivian
• Net worth: $2 million

Early Life and Education

Mohamed Manik was born on 15 October 1969 in Malé, Maldives, and is 56 years old. Not much is known about his early life. What is known is that he entered the Maldivian entertainment industry in the mid-1990s and began building a career in television and film relatively early in adult life, with his professional “years active” commonly cited as beginning around 1995.

Personal Life

Mohamed Manik is married to fellow Maldivian actress Sheela Najeeb; the couple wed in 2004 and have three children together. Both are prominent figures in the Maldivian film and television industry and have appeared in several projects that feature overlapping ensemble casts.

Career

Mohamed Manik began gaining recognition in Maldivian television dramas in the 1990s and early 2000s. One of his early notable television roles was in the acclaimed series Thiyey Mihithuge Vindhakee (2003–04) in which he played dual roles and the series was lauded as one of the best in Maldivian television at the time.

In the film industry his breakthrough came with the 2004 horror film Eynaa, which brought him a nomination for Best Actor at the national awards.

He followed this with films including Zuleykha (2005), Hithuge Edhun (2006), and the large-scale ensemble drama Yoosuf (2008) which achieved both critical and commercial success.

As his career progressed, Manik expanded into filmmaking roles such as makeup artistry and direction, showcasing his versatility in the Maldivian film industry. He has been recognized for his strong performances, especially when taking on complex or negative characters.

In more recent years, he has continued working on feature films including titles released in the 2020s.

Awards and Nominations

• Teledrama Awards – Best Actor for Veyn (1996)
• Teledrama Awards – Best Actor for Lhafuraa (1997)
• Miadhu Crystal Awards – Best Supporting Actor for Zuleykha (2007)
• Maldives Film Awards – Best Makeup for Niuma (2012)

Net Worth

Mohamed Manik’s net worth is estimated to be at least $2 million. His earnings would stem from his acting roles, directing and makeup artistry in the Maldivian film industry.

Social Media

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Filmography

• Eynaa (2004)
• Zuleykha (2005)
• Hithuge Edhun (2006)
• Yoosuf (2008)
• E Dharifulhu (2009)
• Mi Hiyy Keekkuraanee? (2010)
• Dhin Veynuge Hithaamaigaa (2010)
• Zalzalaa En’buri Aun (2010)
• Niuma (2010)
• Zaharu (2011)
• E Bappa (2011)
• Insaaf (2011)
• Mihashin Furaana Dhandhen (2012)
• Love Story (2012)
• Dhilakani (2013)
• Raanee (2014)
• Emme Fahu Vindha Jehendhen (2015)
• Mikoe Bappa Baey Baey (2015)
• Ahsham (2015)
• Mee Loaybakee (2017)
• Naughty 40 (2017)
• Reyvumun (2018)
• 40+ (2019)
• Hehes (2022)
• Loabi Vevijje (2023)
• Kalhaki (2023)
• Fureytha (2024)
• Saaya (2024)
• Kamanaa (2024)
• Gellunu Rey (2024)
• Sorry (2025)