1. Manisha Sonali (1988)

Instagram Star

Sri Lanka-born Instagram personality whose photos from her daily life have attracted the attention of more than 100,000 followers.

2. Andiris Perera Dharmagunawardhana (1809)

Religious Leader

Andiris Perera Dharmagunawardhana is a famous Religious Leader, who was born on November 19, 1809 in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan man who was the pioneer of the Buddhist revival movement....

3. Sir Ernest Desilva (1887)

Business Executive

Sir Ernest Desilva is a famous Business Executive, who was born on November 26, 1887 in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan banker and philanthropist who was considered the most prominent one...

4. Denawaka Hamine (1970)

Movie Actress

Sri Lankan actress who was known as the grand old lady for playing a large amount of elderly character roles.

5. Eric Shipton (1907)

British Explorer

Mountain climber extraordinaire who was the the only member to complete all four expeditions to Everest in the 1930s.

6. Ashiya Dasanayake (1989)

Instagram Star

Social media starlet who has gained fame for her ashidass Instagram account. She has earned massive popularity for her glamorous fashion modeling alongside lifestyle photos. 

7. Teena Shanell (1996)

Model

Fashion model from Sri Lanka who earned a fanbase on Instagram for her fashion and lifestyle posts.

8. Rithu Akarsha (1989)

TV Actress

Sri Lankan actress who is best known for appearing in the TV series Thuththiri. She has also gained a large following on her rithuakarsha Instagram account, amassing over 650,000 followers. 

9. Kavindya Adikari (1996)

Folk Singer

Sri Lankan folk singer who is known for songs like "Guru Paare", "Salsapuna Drama Theme" and "Dawasak Da Rea". 

10. Shani Perera (1970)

Instagram Star

Sri Lankan Instagram star who usually posts selfies and fashion photos to her shani_perera096 account. She has amassed over 170,000 followers on her Instagram. 

11. Joanna Thangiah (1989)

Illustrator

Illustrator and artist who is known for her feminist inspired drawings and writings. She is an activist artist whose works advocate not only for women but against racism and other...

12. Lester James Peries (1919)

Director

Lester James Peries is a famous Director, who was born on April 5, 1919 in Sri Lanka. Internationally acclaimed director of films depicting the lives of rural Sri Lankan people,...

13. Maneesha Chanchala (1996)

Pop Singer

Sri Lankan pop singer who is best known for songs like "Mage Kiya" and "Hamu wu da Sita". 

14. Shabeauty (1996)

Instagram Star

Beauty, fashion, and lifestyle social media influencer who is recognized for sharing photos on her eponymous Instagram account. She has amassed more than 460,000 followers on the platform.

15. Natasha Rathnayake (1989)

Pop Singer

Pop singer and songwriter who is best known for the 2017 singles "Takin' it Off" and "Shake That." Her work has won her a Derana Lux Music Video Award for Best Movie...

16. Sheril Romen Dekker (1989)

TV Actress

Sheril Romen Dekker is a famous TV Actress, who was born on April 9, 1989 in Sri Lanka. Television actress and dancer who became popular across social media she has...

17. Dinusha Siriwardana (1996)

Pageant Contestant

Sri Lankan pageant contestant, model, and actress who first gained fame when she won Miss Lanka in 2016.

18. Irusha Hiruni (1996)

Instagram Star

Sri Lankan Instagram star who usually posts modeling photos to her irusha_hiruni account. She has accumulated over 210,000 followers on her Instagram. 

19. Chitrasena (1970)

Dancer

Dancer best known for popularizing a modern Sri Lanka tradition of dance internationally.

20. Losliya Mariyanesan (1996)

Instagram Star

Instagram star hailing from Sri Lanka who is known for posting lifestyle and travel photos. She has garnered over 1.7 million followers on her Instagram page.

21. Tehani Imara (1996)

Pop Singer

Sri Lankan singer who became a star by competing on the sixth season of the music competition Sirasa Super Star. On the show, she impressed judges and audiences with renditions...

22. Joe Abeywikrama (1927)

Movie Actor

Sri Lankan actor who became known for his comedic roles. His performance in Death on a Full Moon Day earned him a Silver Screen Award for Best Asian Actor.

23. Henry Jayasena (1970)

Movie Actor

Sri Lankan film actor who played the role of Piyal in the 1964 film, Gamperaliya. In 1968, he played Lalith in Dahasak Sithuvili.

24. Teena Shanell Fernando (1991)

Model

Sri Lankan model and actress who is known for sharing her professional modeling shots through Instagram. She is also known for having starred in the film Goree in 2019 as...

25. Amanda Silva (1991)

Instagram Star

Instagram model and social media influencer known for sharing fashion, lifestyle, and selfie photos on her amandasilva.amy account. She has gone on to garner more than 340,000 followers on the platform.

26. Sheshadrie (1991)

Movie Actress

Sri Lanka-based actress, television host and dubbing artist with credits in the films Challenges, Senasuru Maruwa, and Double Trouble.

27. Tanasha Hatharasingha (1994)

TV Actress

Sri Lankan actress who is best known for appearing in the film The Rainbow. She played the part of Nishani in that film. 

28. Akhila Dhanuddhara (1991)

Instagram Star

Social media star who has gained fame on his akhila.dhanuddhara Instagram account. His lifestyle and adventure photos from his personal life while lifestyle blogging have helped him garner massive popularity.

29. Sajitha Anuththara (1991)

Movie Actor

Film and television actor who is best recognized for his work in the historical dramas Ekageyi Sokari and Children of the Sun. This exposure has led to him amassing more than 450,000 followers...

30. MC Sai (1991)

Rapper

Tamil rapper who debuted online with the original single "Pothum." Sai was later signed by Rebelstar Records. He released Simmasanam - The Throne in 2012 and Be Right Back in...

31. Raini Charuka (1991)

World Music Singer

World music performer known for the singles "Chanchala Dase," "Neela Kadukate," and "Nobala." Her music was distributed by the record label Maharaja Entertainments Pvt Ltd.

32. Maureen Hingert (1970)

Dancer

Sri Lankan dancer and actress who was the first Sri Lankan to place runner-up at the Miss Universe Pageant in 1955.

33. Yohani (1993)

Songwriter

Sri Lankan singer and songwriter known as the country's "Rap Princess." She started her career as a YouTuber and became famous for her cover of "Manike Mage Hithe." She sang...

34. Vithya Visvendra (1984)

YouTube Star

Tamil hair and makeup artist who has worked with the National Portrait Gallery as well as companies like Next and Nintendo. She is known online for her popular YouTube channel,...

35. Yashoda Wimaladharma (1971)

Movie Actress

Sri Lankan film and television actress who is known for having played Punya Heendeniya in the 2013 film Samanala Sandhawaniya. She is also known for having played several recurring characters...

36. Nimesha Jayaratne (1993)

Instagram Star

Social media personality who has gained fame for her nimesha_nims Instagram content. Her modeling in casual, high-end, and traditional Sri Lankan fashion coupled with lifestyle photos have helped her amass popularity.

37. Nishi Samaraweera (1993)

Instagram Star

Instagrammer whose Sri Lankan fashion selfies have brought 110,000 followers to her account, nishisamaraweera. In 2017, she was the second runner-up on the game show Awurudu Kumara Kumariya. 

38. Kavinga Namal Perera (1987)

Tv Actor

Kavinga Namal Perera is a famous TV Actor, who was born on March 12, 1987 in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan actor who is best known for appearing in the thriller...

39. Amali Sonali (1995)

Family Member

Gained fame as the sister of Instagram star Manisha Sonali. 

40. Tatyana Lee Jayaratne (1994)

Instagram Star

Tatyana Lee Jayaratne is a famous Instagram Star, who was born on May 20, 1994 in Sri Lanka. Sri Lankan social media starlet who is famous for her tatyanalj Instagram...

41. Natasha Roshel (1994)

Instagram Star

Sri Lankan Instagram star who primarily posted modeling photos to her __natasha_roshel__ account. 

42. Meliza Leitch (1994)

Instagram Star

Fitness enthusiast whose selfies and fashionable photos have earned her more than 100,000 fans on Instagram.

43. Akaash Pardesi (1981)

Fitness Instructor

Social media star and life and fitness coach known for posting photos of his career, body, and day-to-day life.

44. Dinesh Kanagaratnam (1981)

Rapper

Sri Lankan rapper who is best known as a member of the rap duo ADK Srirascol. his group is known for albums like Kadal and Naan Sigappu Manithan. 

45. Nadeesha Hemamali (1985)

Movie Actress

Sri Lankan actress who is best recognized for her feature film appearances. She is best known for having starred as Madhumita in the 2011 feature film Mr. Rascal as well...

46. Theekshana Anuradha (1985)

World Music Singer

World music performer who has released songs such as "Hitha Piliganne Na," "Peradaka Susumak," and "Mawa Therum Aran." His music has been featured in films and television programs in his...

47. Tina Abeysekara (1985)

Blogger

Fashion and lifestyle blogger who focuses on giving her fans fashionable style ideas for $150 or less. She often posts outfits to her Instagram and also posts to her TrashToTreasured...

48. Oshadi Himasha Chavindi️️ (1992)

TV Actress

Actress and fashion model who rose to fame for her portrayal of Natasha in the 2017 drama feature Wassanaye Sanda. This exposure has led to her amassing more than 700,000 followers on...

49. Mashi Siriwardene (1995)

Instagram Star

Sri Lankan model whose photos of her beauty, career and day-to-day life with friends and family have amassed her 650,000 followers. 

50. Tharshan Thiyagarajah (1995)

Movie Actor

Actor and model who is best recognized for his work in South Indian films including Verenna Vendum. He is also recognized for having starred on the third season of the...