Douglas Ranasinghe
Acting
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Acting Credits
Biography
Douglas Ranasinghe is a prominent, veteran Sri Lankan actor, dramatist, director, writer, and broadcaster who has contributed to local cinema, theater, and television for over five decades. Born on May 27, 1945, in Kurunegala, Sri Lanka, he is widely celebrated for his versatile character acting and distinct screen presence. He received his primary education at St. Anne's College, Kurunegala and later honed his filmmaking crafts at the prestigious London International Film School.
Known For
Filmography
Dharmayuddhaya 2
2026
as Upali Samaranayake
Sangeethe
2019
as Aseni's Grandfather
Father of Independence
2018
as Richard Aluwihare
Dharmayuddhaya
2017
as Upali Samaranayake
Light Arose
2017
as Thanasiva
ZOOM
2016
Sri Siddhartha Gautama
2013
as King Suprabuddha
Elegy For A Mother
2006
as Divisional Secretary
Aswasuma
2002
as Police O.I.C.
Crystal Book
1994
as Siri de Silva
The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions)
1987
as Siridasa
Wathsala Akka
1985
Yuganthaya
1983
as Aravinda