Gayan Gunawardana
Gayan Gunawardana ගයාන් ගුණවර්ධන | |
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| Born | Gayan Gunawardana 14 August 1992 Colombo, Sri Lanka |
| Citizenship | Sri Lankan |
| Education | Royal Institute International School |
| Occupations | Singer, actor, television presenter |
| Years active | 2008–present |
| Known for | Music and television acting |
| Spouse | Poojani Bhagya |
| Father | Nuwan Gunawardana |
Gayan Gunawardana (born 14 August 1992) is a Sri Lankan singer, actor, and television presenter. He is the son of the veteran singer Nuwan Gunawardana. Gunawardana has performed in several television teledramas, including Paara Dige, Husmak Tharamata, and Ahas Maliga.[1][2]
Early life
[edit]Gayan Gunawardana was born in Colombo and educated at Royal Institute International School. He is the son of Nuwan Gunawardana and Ramona Gunawardana.[2] His father was a well-known figure in the Sri Lankan music industry.[3]
Personal life
[edit]Gunawardana is married to Poojani Bhagya, who is also a media personality in Sri Lanka.[4][5]
Career
[edit]He entered the entertainment industry as a vocalist, following his father's career path. He later expanded into acting and hosting television programs on networks such as Swarnavahini, Hiru TV, and TV Derana.[6] He has also been featured in media coverage regarding his musical and acting projects.[7]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Teledrama | Role | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Hithuwakkaraya | TV 1 | |
| 2018 | Ahas Maliga | Hiru TV | |
| 2019 | Husmak Tharamata | Hiru TV | |
| 2020 | Asanwara Wassak | ITN | |
| 2020 | Api Ape | Sirasa TV | |
| 2021 | Paara Dige | Bhanuka | Swarnavahini |
| 2023 | Seesarla | TV Derana | |
| 2023 | Api Eka Raane | TV Derana | |
| 2025 | Mahaarani | Main Actor | TV Derana |
Concerts
[edit]- Next Generation Singers (2017) A charitable concert series held at the BMICH featuring veteran musicians and their children.[8]
- Thaththai Puthai (2018, 2022) A collaborative concert series with his father, veteran singer Nuwan Gunawardana[9]
Discography
[edit]Solo tracks
[edit]- Ayemath Enawado Oya
- Oba Wenuwen
- Isabella
- Poojaniye
- Hithe Kathawa
References
[edit]- ↑ "Gayan Gunawardana: Versatility is his brand name". The Sunday Times. 13 February 2022. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- 1 2 "'Thaththai Puthai' returns". The Morning. 17 November 2023. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- ↑ "Aya Eda Thaththage Asawa Idukarayi - Gayan Gunawardana". Deshaya. 2024. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- ↑ "Janam Janam Geethaya Kiyana Ape Kollek". Lankadeepa. 2024. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- ↑ "Ape Gedara Avurudu Sathutinma Gevune Thaththa Hitapu Kale". Lankadeepa. 2024. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- ↑ "Maru Puthe Kiyalamayi Thaththa Kiyanne". Deshaya. 2024. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- ↑ "Gayan Gunawardana Upandina Samaruve Mehemath". Siyatha. 27 August 2023. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- ↑ "'Next Gen': well-known singers and their children on a charitable cause". The Sunday Times Sri Lanka. Retrieved 20 May 2026.
- ↑ "'Thaththai Puthai' returns". Latest in the News Sphere | The Morning. 17 November 2023. Retrieved 20 May 2026.