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Adapted from Leonard Woolf's acclaimed novel The Village in the Jungle, this narrative explores the harsh realities of survival, duty, and human resilience. The story chronicles the profound sacrifices of a devoted father who pays the ultimate price to protect his family from ruin. Set against the backdrop of an unforgiving rural landscape, the production delivers a poignant look at ordinary lives caught between the relentless forces of nature, shifting social dynamics, and the enduring power of a noble conscience.
Dedunu Akase is a 2017 Sri Lankan Sinhala romantic film directed by Priyantha Colombage and produced by EAP Network Swarnavahini Production. It stars Hemal Ranasinghe in the lead role, along with newcomers Chulakshi Ranatunga and Shanel Fernando, both professional models. The music was composed by Chitral Somapala. It is the 1288th Sri Lankan film in the Sinhala cinema. Supporting actor Dasun Nishan committed suicide on 27 September 2017, prior to the screening of the film.[8][9] The muhurath ceremony was held at Galadari Hotel, Colombo.[10] The film has received both positive and negative reviews from critics.[11]
Against a backdrop of deep-rooted conflict and intense romance, ordinary individuals are pushed to their absolute limits when a complex web of relationships begins to unravel. To survive a turbulent storm of high-stakes adversity, they must navigate unexpected choices to protect what matters most.
This is a tale weaving love, betrayal, and adventure. "Mandara" unfolds around the lives of sports star Mandara, engineer Vishwa, orphan heiress Yashora, and her uncle Bharatha. After Mandara and Vishwa's romance leads to heartbreak, their paths cross with Yashora, on the run from her murderous uncle, aiming to seize the family fortune. Their fates intertwine in a story of love, loss, and resilience, leading to a dramatic showdown and a heartwarming conclusion, all set against the backdrop of Sri Lanka's stunning landscapes and accompanied by a captivating soundtrack.
Talented and ambitious village girl comes to town to be a singer to earn money to save her fathers's life. The film has influenced by romantic musical Bollywood film Aashiqui 2.
