Shalani Tharaka facts for kids
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Shalani Tharaka
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Shalani in Spandana film poster 2015
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Gonakumbura Pangukarage Shalani Tharaka Wijayabandara
15 November 1990 (age 34) Balangoda, Sri Lanka
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| Nationality | Sri Lankan |
| Education | Newstead Girls College |
| Occupation | Actress, model, dancer, presenter, lyricist |
| Years active | 2007 |
| Spouse(s) | Nihatha Salgado (m. 2023) |
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| Awards | Best Actress, Most Popular Actress |
Shalani Tharaka is a famous actress and model from Sri Lanka. She is one of the most popular TV stars in her country. Shalani won a beauty contest called Sirasa Kumariya in 2007. Besides acting, she also loves to dance, write songs, and write books.
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Shalani Tharaka's Acting Journey
Shalani Tharaka started her amazing career in 2007. She was seventeen years old when she won the Sirasa Kumariya beauty pageant. This win made her very popular in Sri Lanka.
Her first acting role was in a TV show called Poojasanaya. She starred alongside Suraj Mapa. After that, Shalani acted in many popular TV shows. Some of these include Isuru Bawana, Hansi, Giridevi, and Ganga Addara.
TV Shows and Music Videos
Besides TV shows, Shalani also appeared in TV commercials. She worked for brands like Hero Honda and Raino. She also featured in music videos for songs like Oya Dese and Wasthuwe.
In 2012, Shalani made her first movie appearance in Selvam. She played a character named Medhavi. Later, she took on a main role in the horror film Spandana. Shalani also showed her dancing skills on TV. She competed in Sirasa Dancing Stars and Hiru Super Dancer.
Awards and Recognition
Shalani Tharaka has won many awards for her acting. On September 19, 2020, she won two big awards at the 16th Raigam Tele'es ceremony. She was named both the Best Teledrama Actress and the Most Popular Teledrama Actress. This was a special moment because it was the first time in 24 years that one actress won both awards at the same time!
In 2021, Shalani was featured in the Raffealla Fernando Celebrity Calendar. This is a big honor for famous people in Sri Lanka.
Popular Television Roles
Shalani Tharaka has played many different characters in TV shows. Here are some of her well-known roles:
| Year | Teledrama | Roles |
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| 2008 | Poojasanaya | Subha |
| 2008-09 | Isuru Bhawana | Amali |
| 2009 | Hansi | Hansi |
| 2009 | Api Api Wage | Nikini |
| 2010 | Samanali | Samanali |
| 2011 | Ganga Addara | Nimali / Nirmala |
| 2011 | Sanda Sanda Wage | Sandu |
| 2012 | Thuru Ahasata Adarei | Thuru |
| 2012 | Arundati | Arundati |
| 2014 | Punchi Walawwa | Vihara Eknaligoda |
| 2015 | Diyaniyo | Minduli |
| 2015-16 | Wassanaye Premaya | Astha |
| 2017 | Batahira Ahasa | Hashini |
| 2017 | Gemunu Maharaja | Princess Kathika |
| 2018 | Mithu | Mithu |
| 2018-19 | Kotipathiyo | Parami Caldera |
| 2019-20 | Ado | Kamani |
| 2020 | Giridevi | Asha |
| 2020 | Can You Hear Me | Sakuntala |
| 2021–2023 | Kiya Denna Adare Tharam (KDAT) | Sneha |
| 2021–2023 | Chalo | Chalo |
| 2022–present | We | Radha |
| 2023 | Akshi | |
| 2024 | See You | Neha Danthanarayana |
Movies Shalani Tharaka Starred In
Shalani has also acted in several movies. Here are some of them:
| Year | Film | Roles |
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| 2012 | Selvam | Medhavi |
| 2016 | Spandana | Mayumi |
| 2018 | Nela | Nela |
| 2023 | Viyasiduru | Taniya |
Awards and Achievements
Shalani Tharaka has received many awards for her talent in acting and popularity.
Sumathi Awards
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
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| 2015 | Peoples' vote | Most Popular Actress | Won |
| 2015 | Handapana Gala | Best Upcoming Actress | Won |
| 2018 | Peoples' vote | Most Popular Actress | Won |
Raigam Tele'es
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
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| 2015 | Punchi Walawwa | Jury Award | Won |
| 2016 | Peoples' vote | Most Popular Actress | Won |
| 2020 | Peoples' vote | Most Popular Actress | Won |
| 2020 | Ado | Best Actress | Won |
| 2022 | Kiya Denna Adare Tharam | Most Popular Actress | Won |
Derana Film Awards
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
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| 2019 | Peoples' vote | Lux Glamorous Star | Won |
SIGNIS OCIC Awards
| Year | Nominee / work | Award | Result |
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| 2021 | Giridevi | Best Actress | Won |
