Who Is Sriyantha Mendis? Hiddadura Jude Neil Sriyantha Mendis (born October 25, 1957) is one of Sri Lanka’s most celebrated actors in cinema, theater, and television. Renowned for his versatility, Sriyantha has won multiple awards for his performances in drama and comedy, making him a household name. But beyond his illustrious career, Sriyantha has a rich family history and a deep connection to his roots, which shaped his inspiring journey. Early Life and Family Background Sriyantha Mendis was born in Ragama, Sri Lanka, as the eldest of three siblings. His father, Hiddadura Lazarus Mendis, initially worked as a timekeeper at the Ceylon Transport Board and later became an executive officer at the Sri Lanka Ports Authority. His mother, Eliadura Karoline Soyza, was a teacher at Holy Family Convent, Bambalapitiya, and a music enthusiast trained at Haywood. Ancestral Heritage Sriyantha’s paternal grandfather, Hiddadura Juan Mendis, was a devout Catholic, which influenced the family’s ...
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