Thusitha Jayasundera
Biography
Thusitha Jayasundera is a stage, film, and television actress. Born in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in January 1971, she lives in the United Kingdom. She attended an all-girls school run by Australian missionaries and graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, England, in 1993. Jayasundera is best known for playing the character Tushura Bandara on the British television show Holby City. Her acting credits include multiple television and film appearances, and she is known for her work across stage productions as well as screen projects.
Career overview
Thusitha Jayasundera is a stage, film, and television actress. Born in Sri Lanka in 1971, specifically in Colombo, she lives in the United Kingdom and attended an all-girls school run by Australian missionaries before pursuing her formal training. She graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, England, in 1993.
Her career includes notable television work, and she is best known for playing the character Tushura Bandara on the British television show Holby City. With sixteen known acting credits on her professional record, her body of work spans various mediums within the entertainment industry.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
16 titles- National Theatre Live: The Estate (2025) as Gyan
- National Theatre Live: The House of Bernarda Alba (2024) as Poncia
- The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022) as Malva Meadowgrass
- The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power Global Fan Screening (2022) as Malva
- Signal to Noise (2018) as Inanna
- The Foreigner (2017) as Mira
- Humans (2015) as Neha Patel QC
- Doctor Foster (2015) as Ros Mahendra
- National Theatre Live: Behind the Beautiful Forevers (2015)
- The C-Word (2015) as Therapist
- Broadchurch (2013) as Adhika
- Above Suspicion (2009) as Veronica Malins
- Lewis (2007) as Ayesha Nooran
- The House Across The Street (2002) as Chabo
- Holby City (1999) as Tash Bandara
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Anika Sidana
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Thusitha Jayasundera best known for?
Thusitha Jayasundera is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022), The Foreigner (2017), Humans (2015), Perfume: The Story of a Murderer (2006).
When and where was Thusitha Jayasundera born?
Thusitha Jayasundera was born on January 1, 1971 in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
How many credits does Thusitha Jayasundera have?
Thusitha Jayasundera has accumulated over 16 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1997 to 2025.
What is Thusitha Jayasundera's background in cinema and television?
Thusitha Jayasundera is a stage, film, and television actress. Born in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in January 1971, she lives in the United Kingdom. She attended an all-girls school run by Australian missionaries and graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, England, in 1993. Jayasundera is best known for pla...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Broadchurch (2013) as Adhika — aged about 42
- Lewis (2007) as Ayesha Nooran — aged about 36
- Humans (2015) as Neha Patel QC — aged about 44
- Midsomer Murders (1997) as Anika Sidana — aged about 26
- The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (2022) as Malva Meadowgrass — aged about 51
- The Foreigner (2017) as Mira — aged about 46
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