Shriyani Amarasena

Acting

Shriyani Amarasena

Sriyani Amarasena is a legendary, award-winning Sri Lankan actress, producer, and director. Celebrated for her contributions to stage, film, and television, she has spent over 60 years in the entertainment industry.

Acting credits

Cricket Sadu poster
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ක්‍රිකට් සාදු (Cricket Sadu) is a 2026 Sinhala drama directed by Dilshara Jayamanna, starring Priyantha Sirikumara, Dinakshie Priyasad, and Damithu Fernando. It is a heartwarming story that follows a gifted young boy named Nuwan and a compassionate young monk as they navigate childhood, faith, and the social pressures of playing cricket.

Cricket Sadu

2026

Dr. Nawariyan poster
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Dr. Nawariyan (Dr. නවරියන්) is a 2017 Sri Lankan Sinhala action, comedy film directed by Ranjan Ramanayake and produced by Ranjan himself with Flash Entertainment. It stars Ranjan Ramanayake and Ruwangi Rathnayake in lead roles along with Rex Kodippili, Sriyani Amarasena and Sarath Chandrasiri. The film has influenced by 2003 Bollywood film Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.

Dr. Nawariyan

2017

Silence of the Heart poster
8.7

Dhammi is a mischievous schoolgirl, Sugath a shy and introverted boy new in school. Dhammi is immediately attracted to him and they become friends. The friendship eventually develops in to a special relationship, but when Sugath reveals his love for her she shuns him.

Silence of the Heart

1969

Dedunu Akase poster
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Dedunu Akase is a 2017 Sri Lankan Sinhala romantic film directed by Priyantha Colombage and produced by EAP Network Swarnavahini Production. It stars Hemal Ranasinghe in the lead role, along with newcomers Chulakshi Ranatunga and Shanel Fernando, both professional models. The music was composed by Chitral Somapala. It is the 1288th Sri Lankan film in the Sinhala cinema. Supporting actor Dasun Nishan committed suicide on 27 September 2017, prior to the screening of the film.[8][9] The muhurath ceremony was held at Galadari Hotel, Colombo.[10] The film has received both positive and negative reviews from critics.[11]

Dedunu Akase

2017

Wathsala Akka poster
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A 1985 Sri Lankan drama directed by Sarath Gunaratne. The film features performances by Douglas Ranasinghe and Sriyani Amarasena. Ideally noted for its visual style, the film won the award for Best Black and White Cinematography at the 14th Sarasaviya Awards, alongside an award for Best Female Playback Singer.

Wathsala Akka

1985

Rebellion poster
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The film centered around the story behind national patriot Veera Puran Appu and his Matale rebellion in 1848 for the freedom from British. Though he was executed by the British by firing squad, his influence to the country's independence has been highly praised and thus Puran Appu is highlighted as a national hero of the Sri Lankan history.

Rebellion

1978

The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions) poster
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This psychological drama attempts to dwell into the mind of Aravinda, whose Buddhist empathy and detachment are contrasted with his worldly friends and relatives. The English translation of the title, "The Way of the Lotus" implies Aravinda as Lotus-rising above dirt and mud to blossom.

The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions)

1987

Raja Horu poster
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Hansika and Sirimal are in the process of finding a job at the same company. While Sirimal works hard for his position, Hansika finds a way to cheat her way up. Will Sirimal ever get a fair chance to succeed?

Raja Horu

2013

White Flowers for the Dead poster
10.0

Dr. Sarath (Tony Ranasinghe) domineers over his timid wife Vineetha (Sriyani Amarasena). When she is to have a Caesarean delivery of their baby, Sarath refuses to be present even though he himself is a doctor. She dies during surgery and Sarath is forced to live with the spectre of his wife hanging over him.

White Flowers for the Dead

1978

Mother Alone poster
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Duwata Mawaka Misa (translated as Mother Alone) is a critically acclaimed Sinhala film released in 1997. Directed by the legendary filmmaker Sumitra Peries, the movie is known for its poignant portrayal of family dynamics and maternal themes.

Mother Alone

1997

Sarungale poster
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The film deals with the inter-ethnic, communal violence between Sinhalese and Tamils. It demonstrates the ambivalence of the Sinhala socio-political establishment towards the Tamil people.

Sarungale

1979

Sihina Nelum Mal poster
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Sahan and Nayomi are a devoted married couple who deeply care for each other. However, after a few years of marriage, their lives begin to change as they face a complex situation.

Sihina Nelum Mal

2024