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A star in the making
by Chamitha Kuruppu
This twenty something actress has become the 'talk of the town' following her performance in the world acclaimed film 'Sulanga Enu Pinisa' (The Forsaken Land). This was Nilupuli's second film to be released during the last two months. There is no doubt that her performance in Sudath Mahadivulwewa's Kalu Sudu Alu (Shades of Ash) has alerted many filmmakers. Born and bred in Anuradhapura, this aspiring lass believes that acting was in her genes. A product of Deepani Maha Vidyalaya, Anuradhapura Nilupuli says that school drama enabled her to grasp her first lessons in acting. After completing her school education Nilupuli comes to Colombo - hunting for employment. Although she had the opportunity to work in several reputed organisations Nilupuli knew that her heart and soul always wanted a career in the arts. Her experience in stage dramas forced Nilupuli to get back to acting once again. Just like in school she was able to prove herself. In 2001 this young girl clinched the Best Supporting Actress Award at the National Youth Drama Festival. Theatre opened up many avenues for this budding actress to enter in to filmdom. Nilupuli had a rare opportunity to work with young producers applauded internationally and locally. Ashoka Handagama's Thani Thatuwen Piyabanna and Prasanna Withanage's Ira Mediyama were Nilupuli's first few films.
Her thirst to study world cinema, has immensely helped Nilupuli to develop her acting skills. "I never miss international film festivals," Nilupuli says. "I always find time to read and study about international film makers and their productions. Iran and Japanese films are her favourites. "It's amazing how the Japanese and Iranians always make the best children's films. Each film speaks sensitive issues of children in a very subtle way," stresses Nilupuli. She is currently studying Film Editing and looks forward to study further about cinema. "Acting is something I honour and value very much. I don't use it to gain personal attainments. I will continue to act but always be choosey. I will hunt for different and good characters," notes Nilupuli. |
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She does not have silky shiny hair. There is no glowing skin to boast
about. Nilupuli Jayawardena has everything that says she is an ordinary
girl. But her exceptional performing skills predict that she is a star in
the making. 
Her characters in both films released this year; The Forsaken Land and
Shades of Ash are controversial and depicts taboo issues of womanhood. "I
didn't do these roles for fame or money. Acting is not my only mode of
income. Both Directors are young and innovative, trying to make a change
in the local film industry. My only hope was to do a different character
and contribute to a good film. I don't regret doing these roles and I
don't think any of those much talked about scenes make me an indecent
actress," feels Nilupuli. 
