Later in 2010 , Nimal appeared in a small role in '' Veeraana '' as a government official who witness the confess of a murderer . Directed by Yoosuf Shafeeu , it deals with child sexual abuse . The film received mixed to positive reviews from critics ; praising the writer and director for touching a condemnatory topic though criticing its " over-the-top melodrama " . Having a strong buzz prior its release , the film was proved to be a commercial success . He next reunited with Niuma Mohamed in his horror film '' The Three '' , which received negative reviews from critics and was declared to be a box office disaster . The duo next collaborated in Niuma Mohamed 's directorial debut drama film '' Niuma '' ( 2010 ) alongside an ensemble cast including Mohamed , Yoosuf Shafeeu , Sheela Najeeb , Mohamed Manik , Aminath Rasheedha and Abdulla Muaz . He played the cruel father who sexually abuses his own daughter . He considered his role to be the most inhumane role he has portrayed so far . Upon release , the film was met with widespread critical acclaim specifically complimenting the performance of actors and its dialogues . 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 him a Best Actor nomination at both , Enchanteur Maldives Film Awards 2012 and 6th Gaumee Film Awards
6th Gaumee Film Awards
6th Gaumee Film Awards
Ahmed Nimal