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Mahendra Perera

Acting Born Aug 17, 1956 Colombo, Sri Lanka 24 credits

Biography

Mahendra Shrikantha Perera is an actor who has worked across Sri Lankan cinema, stage drama, and television. His professional repertoire encompasses a variety of genres, ranging from drama to comedy. Perera gained significant recognition in 2004 when he performed the male lead role in the film Mille Soya. He subsequently appeared in the 2008 film Machan. His career is characterized by these notable cinematic contributions and his ongoing work within the Sri Lankan performing arts industry.

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Known for

Film

Super Six

as Madaya
Film

King Hanther

2011
Film

Flying with One Wing

as Priyath

Full filmography

  • Ralla Weralata Adarei (2021)
  • Firearms and Fireworks (2014)
  • Bawathra (2005) as Andaris
  • Passport (2024)
  • The Storm (1995)
  • Red Butterfly Dream (2016) as Uncle
  • Kolamlanthaya
  • Super Six (2012) as Madaya
  • Ko Mark No Mark (2014) as Professor Amaraweera
  • King Hanther (2011)
  • Kosthapal Punyasoma (2014) as Kosthapal Punyasoma
  • Gindari 3 (2021) as Lanti
  • Flying with One Wing (2002) as Priyath
  • Bhavatharana (2021)
  • O.I.C . Gadafi (2026)
  • The Gambler
  • Riverstone (2025)
  • Aswasuma (2002) as Thug 1
  • Peacock Lament (2023) as Senior Police Superintendent
  • Sanda Yahanata (2000)
  • The Tree Goddess (2018) as Simon
  • Pickpocket (2002) as Photographer
  • Mille Soya (2004) as Pradeep
  • Gindari: Bahubuthayo 2 (2015) as Lanti