She next appeared in her directorial debut drama film '' Niuma '' ( 2010 ) alongside an ensemble cast including Yoosuf Shafeeu , Sheela Najeeb , Mohamed Manik , Ahmed Nimal , Aminath Rasheedha and Abdulla Muaz . She was paid MVR50 ,000 for her role in the film , becoming the highest-paid actress in the Maldivian film industry , till its release . In an interview she mentioned ; " I sacrificed my hair to make a scene audience will be thrilled to watch . I assure everyone that , if this film is not appreciated , I will leave the industry once and for all " . She played the titular role , who has been sexually abused by her father and brother . Upon release , the film was met with widespread critical acclaim specifically complimenting the performance of actors and its dialogues . Ahmed Naif from '' Sun '' wrote ; " Niuma 's acting is the best I have seen from a Maldivian film . In the scene where Nimal cuts her hair , she brought the perfect expression and emotions to it , nobody else could have justified the role as how she did " . Being able to screen over thirty housefull shows of the film , it was declared a Mega-Hit at box office , and the highest grossing Maldivian release of the year . The film fetched her several accolades including , Best Director and Best Actress award at Enchanteur Maldives Film Awards 2012 . She also won the Best Actress award at the 6th Gaumee Film Awards ceremony , while being nominaed as the Best Director
6th Gaumee Film Awards
6th Gaumee Film Awards
Niuma Mohamed