Daya Alwis - Actor Profile

Daya Alwis

Acting
Updated: Apr 14, 2026
11Total Films
6.9 Highest Rated

Daya Alwis Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Daya Alwis reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Daya Alwis's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 18% of Daya Alwis's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.

One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Mother Teresa of Calcutta, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Daya Alwis Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Daya Alwis's career based on audience ratings.

★6.9
Mother Teresa of Calcutta (2003) movie poster
★6.9

Mother Teresa of Calcutta: The inspirational portrayal of Mother Teresa, a simple nun who became one of the most significant personalities of the 2

Mother Teresa of Calcutta

2003•Drama
★6.5
August Drizzle (2011) movie poster
★6.5

August Drizzle: A film that touches Life, Death and Expectations.One Person’s death fans the flame of expectations in another. the life

August Drizzle

2011•Drama
★5.0
Kolomba Sanniya: Coming Sweet (1976) movie poster
★5.0

Kolomba Sanniya: Coming Sweet: Kolomba Sanniya (Colombo Mania) is a 1976 Sinhalese language comedy film directed by Manik Sandrasagara that follows the

Kolomba Sanniya: Coming Sweet

1976•Comedy
★5.0
Handaya (1979) movie poster
★5.0

Handaya: Sooppuwa, a young boy is unhappy with Sena, who has been given the responsibility of looking after Handaya, the horse. T

Handaya

1979•Family
★0.0
Weesi Dela (1997) movie poster
★0.0

Weesi Dela: Nirmal lives in a small village with his father and a beautiful sister, Sirima. The family is shattered when Sirima is r

Weesi Dela

1997•Drama

Full Filmography

Every movie Daya Alwis has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2016 Paththini Royal goldsmith Flop Similar →
2011 August Drizzle - Hit Similar →
2003 Mother Teresa of Calcutta Kaligath Owner Hit Similar →
1998 Night of Destiny - Flop Similar →
1997 Weesi Dela Keerala Flop Similar →
1995 The Storm Dharme's associate Flop Similar →
1994 Mee Haraka Bus Driver Flop Similar →
1987 The Way of the Lotus (Devoid of Passions) - Flop Similar →
1979 Handaya Commentator box viewer Flop Similar →
1976 Kolomba Sanniya: Coming Sweet Saadiris Flop Similar →
1976 Mangrove Island Punchi Mahattaya Flop Similar →

Daya Alwis - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Daya Alwis?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Daya Alwis is "Mother Teresa of Calcutta" with a rating of 6.9/10.

How many movies has Daya Alwis acted in?

Daya Alwis has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Daya Alwis?

Other notable films include "August Drizzle", "Kolomba Sanniya: Coming Sweet", and "Handaya".

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