Malini Fonseka, a celebrated actress in Sri Lankan cinema, passed away at 78, leaving her fans and the nation grieving. With a career spanning over five decades and more than 140 films, Fonseka has been an influential figure, revered for representing the working-class woman on screen. Fans gathered in large numbers for her cremation in Colombo, highlighting her deep impact in Sri Lankan culture. President Dissanayake emphasized her enduring legacy, while fans shared heartfelt memories of her performances and the emotional connection they had with her characters.
Describing Fonseka as a true icon of Sri Lankan cinema whose grace and talent inspired generations, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said that her legacy will forever shine in our hearts and on our screens.
Whenever we saw her, we'd forget all the pain we had in our hearts, said Kaluarachchi, wiping away tears. Now, we know films aren't real, but when we were children, we didn't realise.
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