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D.R. Nanayakkara

Acting Born Jan 1, 1915 Kolonnawa, Sri Lanka 9 credits

Biography

Don Ruter Nanayakkara was a leading character actor of Sri Lankan cinema. Playing lanky villains and comedic characters, Nanayakkara gained popularity in films like Rekava, Kurulu Bedda and Sikuru Tharuwa.

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Full filmography

  • Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (1984) as Shaman
  • Baddegama (1980) as Exorcist
  • Beyond Justice (1992) as El Mahadi
  • Maruwa Samaga Wase (1977) as The lame beggar
  • The Line of Destiny (1956) as Sena's Father, Sooty
  • White Flowers for the Dead (1978)
  • Parasathu Mal (1966)
  • Lasanda (1974)
  • The Yellow Robe (1967) as Eliyas