The government has obstructed the premiere of the "Dheydharu Ruin" movie in order to conduct shows to celebrate the one-year anniversary of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu's administration.

In a statement, video production house Kazmik International said the booking for the Olympus theatre was made one year ahead and the payment was fully completed four months ago.

However, the booking for November 20 was cancelled by the National Centre for Arts (NCA) without prior notice. Kazmik International was informed of the cancellation on November 10 which was a public holiday.

"This decision represents a grave injustice to the Maldivian film industry," the statement read.

According to the statement, NCA decided to cancel the booking as they needed to "allocate the date for government use".

NCA earlier said a shows to celebrate the one-year anniversary of the government will be held on November 17, 18 and 19. However, new dates have now been announced for November 18, 19 and 20.