D.R. Nanayakkara

Born 1 January 1915 in Kolonnawa, Sri Lanka

Died 4 January 1989 (aged 74)

Don Ruter Nanayakkara was a leading character actor of Sri Lankan cinema. Playing lanky villains and comedic characters, Nanayakkara gained popularity in films like Rekava, Kurulu Bedda and Sikuru Tharuwa.