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Saranga Disasekara
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සාරංග දිසාසේකර | |
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Born | Kalubowila, Sri Lanka
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31 January 1983
Nationality | Sri Lankan |
Education | Thurstan College |
Alma mater | Northumbria University |
Occupation | Actor, Entrepreneur, Presenter |
Years active | 2003 – Present |
Height | 183 cm (6 ft 0 in) |
Spouse(s) | Dinakshie Priyasad (m. 2020) |
Children | Saranya Disasekara (daughter) |
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Relatives | Douglas Ranasinghe (uncle) Dinesh Priyasad (Father-in-Law) Sheshadri Priyasad (Sister-in-Law) Shanudrie Priyasad (Sister-in-Law) |
Saranga Disasekara (Sinhala: සාරංග දිසාසේකර) was born on January 31, 1983. He is a famous actor, singer, model, and TV host from Sri Lanka. Saranga has won many awards for being the most popular TV actor in Sri Lanka. These awards include the Sumathi Awards, Raigam Tele'es, and SLIM-Nielsen Peoples Awards. Currently, he hosts the popular reality show Hiru Star.
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Saranga's Early Life and Family
Saranga Disasekara grew up in Kalubowila, Sri Lanka. His father, Narada Disasekara, is a well-known singer. His mother, Tileka Ranasinghe, is a radio host and actress. Saranga went to Thurstan College in Colombo for his schooling. Later, he studied at Northumbria University in Newcastle. His uncle, Douglas Ranasinghe, is also a famous artist in Sri Lanka. After studying computer science, Saranga started working in TV commercials and small movie roles.
Saranga's Acting Career
Saranga Disasekara began acting at a young age. When he was just 10, he appeared in a short film called Marana Samapthiya. He also worked on many TV commercials and radio shows.
First Steps in Movies
Saranga's first small role in a movie was in Irasma in 2003. His first main role in a film was in Nil Diya Yahana. In this movie, he acted alongside Chathurika Peiris. The film was directed by Dayaratne Ratagedara.
Popular TV Shows
Saranga has acted in many popular TV dramas, also known as teledramas. He has played roles in different types of shows, including dramas, tragedies, thrillers, and comedies. Some of his most famous TV shows include Sulanga Matha Mohothak, Bonda Meedum, Kalu Kurulla, Wassane Premaya, Haara Kotiya, Kotipathiyo, and Wes.
He has also performed in three stage plays. These plays are Silgath Kokku, Mee Harak, and Pirimiyekgen Paminillak.
Selected Television Roles
Here are some of the TV shows Saranga Disasekara has been in:
- Agni Piyapath as Manuranga / Anuradha
- Ahankara Nagare
- Akuru Maki Ne as Pawan
- Alu Baduna as Wanamal
- Alupata Dedunu
- Batahira Ahasa
- Binaramali
- Bonda Meedum as Dhanuka Rambukwella
- Chanchala Rekha as Kapila / Megha
- Ganga Addara as Ranjit
- Haara Kotiya as Lara Kumara
- Hansa Pihatu
- Heidi
- Hithuwakkari
- Kalu Kurulla as Sudu Appo
- Lansupathiniyo as Kehel Susa / Dhanushka
- Muthu Palasa
- Mini Gan Dela as Stephen
- Nirasha
- Paara Wasaa Aetha
- Paba
- Pabasara
- Pipi Piyum
- Ran Samanalayo as Nilanga
- Renagala Walawwa
- Salli Pokuru as Chootiya and Hemaka (dual role)
- Sasara Bendi Bemi
- Sandawatha Seya
- Smarana Samapthi
- Sooriya Kusuma
- Sulanga Matha Mohothak
- Take Care as Wasala
- Wassane Premaya as Adithya Danthanarayana
- Wes as Devinda Disanayaka / Ryan De Silva
Saranga's Film Roles
Saranga Disasekara has acted in many films. Here is a list of some of his movies:
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Year | Film | Role | Notes |
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2003 | Irasma | Irasma's elder cousin | minor role |
2008 | Nil Diya Yahana | Shanuka | |
2011 | Suseema | Asela | |
2012 | Super Six | Jude | |
2013 | It’s a Matter of Love | Malan | |
2013 | Sri Siddhartha Gautama | Channa | |
2014 | Rupantharana | Captain Suraweera | |
2015 | Maharaja Gemunu | Saddha Tissa | |
2016 | July 7 | Saranga | |
2016 | Adaraneeya Kathawak | Reality show host | |
2016 | Ape Kaalaye Patachara | Jeewantha | |
2018 | Nidahase Piya DS | SWRD Bandaranaike | |
2018 | Sarungal | Bhanuka | |
2019 | Sangile | Sundaraa | |
2019 | Rush | Rushantha 'Shan' | |
2022 | Ashawari | Ranesh's uncle | |
2024 | Wishma | ||
TBA | Thanapathilage Gedara ![]() |
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TBA | Yathra ![]() |
Awards and Recognition
Saranga Disasekara has won many awards for his acting. He is often recognized as the most popular actor in Sri Lanka. Here are some of the awards he has received:
Year | Award | Category | Result |
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2011 | Sumathi Awards | Most Popular Actor | Won |
2012 | Raigam Tele'es | Most Popular Actor | Won |
2013 | Raigam Tele'es | Most Popular Actor | Won |
2015 | Raigam Tele’es | Most Popular Actor | Won |
2016 | Raigam Tele'es | Most Popular Actor | Won |
2024 | Raigam Tele'es | Most Popular Actor | Won |
2024 | Sumathi Awards | Most Popular Actor | Won |