Sri Lankan veteran actor G.R. Perera has passed away today (01) after a prolonged illness.
According to reports he had passed away at his home at the age of 83.
Funeral arrangements are to be announced later.
Mr. Galhenage Rathnapala Perera, better known as G.R. Perera showcased his talents in Sri Lankan cinema, theatre, and television which spanned over an illustrious career of over 05 decades. He has acted in more than 600 television serials.
Born on 13 November 1939, Mr. G.R. Perera commenced his career through the stage drama ‘Bodinkaarayo.’ In 1971, he commenced his film career in the film ‘Welikathara’ directed by D.B. Nihalsinghe with a minor role. He first appeared in a major role in the second film of his career, ‘Kalu Diya Dahara’ directed by Manik Sandarasagara.
He has also acted in six foreign films which include three Indian, two American, and one German film.
His maiden television acting role came through the serial ‘Thunkal Sihinaya’ directed by Tissa Abeysekara, while his role “Malakada Bass” in the serial ‘Doo Daruwo’ was the turning point of his teledrama career.
