Bandu Samarasinghe
Kala Bhushana Bandusena Samarasinghe, popularly known as Bandu (බන්දු සමරසිංහ, born 22 November 1952), is an actor in Sri Lankan cinema, theater and television. One of the most popular comedians in Sinhala cinema, Bandu is best known for comedy roles in several blockbuster film franchises such as Re Daniel Dawal Migel, Cheriyo, Jolly Halo as well as Somy Boys. In addition to acting, he also worked as a director, scriptwriter, singer, lyricist and producer. In April 2022, he was appointed as the Consul General in Milan, Italy replacing Neela Wickramasinghe who died while serving in the relevant position. However, it was revealed that he himself would not accept as the Consul General in Milan due to disappointment of the government’s conduct.
Bandu Samarasinghe | |
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| බන්දු සමරසිංහ | |
| Born | Bandusena Samarasinghe November 22, 1952 Kegalle, Sri Lanka |
| Nationality | Sri Lankan |
| Education | St. Mary's College, Kegalle St. Servatius' College |
| Alma mater | St. Servatius' College |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, director, producer, singer, screenplay writer |
| Years active | 1971-present |
| Political party | Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna |
| Spouse |
Swarna Samarasinghe (m. 1980) |
| Children | 3 |
| Parents |
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| Awards | Kala Bhushana |