Suminda Weerasinghe dies

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Award-winning cinematographer Suminda Weerasinghe passed away in Anuradhapura early today. Film sources said the veteran cinematographer was working on the newest movie 'Siri Dalada Gamanaya' in Anuradhapura when he breathed his last.

The 62-year-old renowned cameraman had been the live wire behind the success stories of celebrated movies including Aba, Mahinda Gamanaya, Road to Elephant Pass, Pawuru Walalu, Anthima Reya, Bindu, Nisala Gira, Arunata Pera and several others. Funeral arrangements have not been finalized yet. (Ramesh Uvais)

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Al Rasa Tuesday, 19 June 2012 06:12 AM

Deepest sympathy.

ANURA Tuesday, 19 June 2012 08:10 AM

May you attain Nibbana.

BF Wednesday, 20 June 2012 05:36 AM

Rest in peace.

Shyam Friday, 22 June 2012 01:52 PM

Farewell dear friend. It was good and also educational to have known you. Sri Lanka has lost one of its finest cinematographers. You will be remain in the hearts of your friends.
I am too ill to attend your funeral. I wish that you attain nibbana

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