Currently the reigning queen of television comedy. Nirosha is the star of Rashmi & Sampath comedy segments. Her ability to mimic different accents (from down-south to up-country) and her physical falls are the highlight of weekend telecasts.
: A veteran actress who has played diverse roles, including comedic parts in commercial hits of the 1980s specific era of Sri Lankan comedy or perhaps a list of male comedians Here are the pioneers of Sri Lankan Comedy. Picture source
A popular actress and model often admired for her infectious humor and down-to-earth personality in various television projects and social media content. sri lankan comedy actress name list
When you think of Sri Lankan cinema and television, the first images that might come to mind are dramatic historical epics or sorrowful family sagas. However, beneath the surface of tears lies a vibrant, booming industry of comedy. For decades, female comedians in Sri Lanka have shattered stereotypes, proving that wit and slapstick are not just a man’s game.
While she is primarily remembered as the quintessential "mother" of Sinhala cinema, Shanthi Lekha had impeccable comedic timing. In films like Athma Pooja , her physical comedy and nagging-wife routines defined an era. Currently the reigning queen of television comedy
(The Original Village Mother)
Known for her role in Maharaja Gemunu (comic track) and Sakvithi stage shows, Dhyani brings a modern, sharp-tongued urban humor that resonates with the youth. : A veteran actress who has played diverse
Stage & TV (1980s-90s) If you watched the political satire Vinoda Samaya , you remember Shirley. She was a rare breed: a female mimic in a male-dominated field. Her impersonations of public figures and her role as the neurotic, gossipy neighbor in numerous stage plays are legendary. She holds the title of the first Sri Lankan woman to successfully headline a solo comedy stage show.
, which later became a popular one-woman show and even a COVID-19 safety campaign mascot. Malani Fonseka