Writing

Arisen Ahubudu

Born March 18, 1920

Died May 26, 2011 · aged 91

Kalasuri Arisen Ahubudu (18 March 1920 – 26 May 2011) was a highly celebrated Sri Lankan writer, orator, scholar, playwright, lyricist, and teacher. He is widely recognized for his immense contributions to Sinhala literature and his deep commitment to preserving the purity of the Sinhala language. As a prominent member of the Hela Havula (Pure Sinhala) movement, he dedicated his life to promoting …

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Sandesaya

Sandesaya · 1960

MovieDramaHistory

Sandesaya (Sinhalese language word meaning The Message) is a 1960 film. The film based on the war between the Sinhalese people and the Portuguese invaders in Sri Lanka. It was directed by Sri Lankan film director Lester James Peries. It was produced by K. Gunaratnam on behalf of the Cinemas Company on the request of Raj Kapoor.

Handaya

Handaya · 1979

MovieFamilyDrama

Sooppuwa, a young boy is unhappy with Sena, who has been given the responsibility of looking after Handaya, the horse. To avenge Sena, Sooppuwa and his gang attack him and kidnap his brother Chutte. Sena is challenged in a horse race, where he emerges a winner in spite of many obstacles.

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Sandesaya

Sandesaya · 1960

MovieDramaHistory

Sandesaya (Sinhalese language word meaning The Message) is a 1960 film. The film based on the war between the Sinhalese people and the Portuguese invaders in Sri Lanka. It was directed by Sri Lankan film director Lester James Peries. It was produced by K. Gunaratnam on behalf of the Cinemas Company on the request of Raj Kapoor.

Lyricist

Handaya

Handaya · 1979

MovieFamilyDrama

Sooppuwa, a young boy is unhappy with Sena, who has been given the responsibility of looking after Handaya, the horse. To avenge Sena, Sooppuwa and his gang attack him and kidnap his brother Chutte. Sena is challenged in a horse race, where he emerges a winner in spite of many obstacles.

Lyricist