Udari Warnakulasooriya facts for kids

Udari Chamika Warnakulasooriya, born on March 22, 1988, is a talented actress from Sri Lanka. She acts in Sri Lankan movies and TV shows. Many people know her best for her roles in popular TV series like Bonda Meedum and Pini.

Udari's Early Life and Family

Udari was born in Negambo, Sri Lanka. Her father is Greshan Fernando, and her mother is Chitra Pushpakanthi. She has an older brother named Chamika Haritha. Udari went to Ave Maria Convent Negombo for school.

School Days and Hobbies

At school, Udari was very active. She was part of both the Western and Eastern music bands. She also played in the Western Folk Band. Udari loved sports too! She was on the school's netball, cricket, elle, and volleyball teams. After school, she studied child psychology at the American College of Higher Education.

Her Family Life

Udari is married to Sujith Indeewara Wijeratne, who is a doctor. They have one daughter and one son together.

Udari's Journey in Modeling

Udari started her modeling career in 2003. She won the Dance Talent Crown at the Contest Fiesta Beauty Competition. This was a big step for her.

Beauty Pageant Success

In 2007, she joined the Miss Sri Lanka for Miss World pageant. She became a finalist and won several special titles. These included Miss Talent, Beautiful Legs, Miss Popular, and Miss Clearness Face.

Later, in 2015, Udari competed in the Mrs. Sri Lanka for Mrs. Globe pageant. She won the main title! During this event, she also won Mrs. Talent, Beautiful Skin, Mrs. Elegance, and Mrs. Popular.

Udari's Acting Career

Before becoming a drama star, Udari appeared in many TV commercials. She worked for big companies like Holcim and Nestlé. She also starred in music videos, including "Borukari" by Daddy and "Adare Oba Ai Hera Giye" by Sanka Dineth. Udari even hosted a music show called "Juke Box" on TV Derana.

First Steps in Movies

When she was 21, Udari made her first movie appearance. It was in the film Paya Enna Hiru Se, directed by Udayakantha Warnasuriya. In this movie, she acted alongside Ranjan Ramanayake.

Becoming a TV Star

Udari's first TV show was the popular drama Bonda Meedum. She played the main character, Sansala, with Saranga Disasekara. This show became very famous across Sri Lanka. Because of its popularity, Udari was nominated as the most popular actress at many local TV award ceremonies.

Recent Film Projects

Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, Udari was very busy. She finished filming for eight movies! These films include Deveni Yuddhaya, Kavuruvat Dannē Næhæ, Sri Siddha, Ekagei Sokari, Devi Sambula, Miduṇu Viśhvaya, Aasu, and Kshera Sāgaraya Kælambiṇa.

Selected Television Shows

Udari has acted in many TV series. Here are some of them:

• Adara Desak
• Ahas Maliga
• Alupata Dedunu
• Binara Malee
• Bonda Meedum
• Hiddalaya
• Kalu Araliya
• Mawa Mathakada
• Pini
• Sansararanya Asabada
• Sayuri
• Sihina Piyapath
• Situwara Puwatha
• Wandana

Udari's Filmography

Udari has appeared in many films over the years. Here is a list of some of her movies:

Key

Denotes films that have not yet been released

Year	Film	Role
2009	Paya Enna Hiru Se	Dinali
2012	Sihinaya Dige Enna	Ridma
2015	Gindari	Cameo role
2016	Adaraneeya Kathawak	Piyavi Hansika
2017	Paha Samath	special appearance
2017	Porisadaya	Heli Wedisinghe
2018	Madhura Charika	special appearance
2018	Aladin Saha Puduma Pahana	Princess
2020	Eka Gei Sokari	Sedera Menike
2021	Kawuruth Danne Na
2023	Ksheera Sagaraya Kalabina	Purambhikawa
2023	Deveni Yuddhaya
2023	Midunu Vishwaya	Rajini Madirakshi
2023	Aasu	Nelum
2024	Sri Siddha
TBA	Number 9
TBA	Devi Kusumasana	Kusumasana Devi

Awards and Recognition

Udari has won several awards for her acting and popularity.

Sumathi Awards

Derana Film Awards

Raigam Tele'es