NewsPresident Maithripala Sirisena paid his last respects to veteran actor Wimal Kumara de Costa who passed away yesterday. Costa died after being admitted to the Kalubowila Hospital. De Costa was best known for characters he played in Ek Tam Ge (1980) , Eya Dan Loku Lamayek (1975), Bambaru Avith (1977), Sagarayak Mada (1980), Siripala Ha Ramanika (1977), Bandura Mal (1981), Maruwa Samaga Waase (1977) and Sihasuna (1974). The funeral proceedins will take place at the Borella General Cemetary tomorrow (Nov 23).

Source: Sunday Times November 22, 2016 11:56 UTC