Mahendra Perera - Actor Profile

Mahendra Perera

Acting
Updated: Apr 20, 2026
50Total Films
10.0 Highest Rated
Born: Aug 17, 1956
Birth Place: Colombo, Sri Lanka

About Mahendra Perera

Mahendra Shrikantha Perera, is an actor in Sri Lankan cinema, stage drama and television. Performing from drama to comedy, Perera rose to prominence in 2004 by playing the male lead in the film Mille Soya, and later the 2008 film Machan.

Mahendra Perera Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Mahendra Perera reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 50 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

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

Success Ratio

Approximately 20% of Mahendra Perera'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 Gindari 3, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Mahendra Perera Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Mahendra Perera's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Mahendra Perera has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2025 Riverstone - Flop Similar →
2025 Devi Kusumasana - Super Hit Similar →
2024 Passport - Super Hit Similar →
2024 Paradise Sergeant Bandara Average Similar →
2023 Kathuru Mithuru Wilson, the Barber Average Similar →
2023 Peacock Lament Senior Police Superintendent Flop Similar →
2022 Maariya The Ocean Angel - Flop Similar →
2022 Night Rider - Flop Similar →
2021 Bhavatharana - Flop Similar →
2021 Gindari 3 Lanti Super Hit Similar →
2020 Bulletproof Children - Flop Similar →
2018 Girivassipura Pilimathalawa Flop Similar →
2018 The Tree Goddess Simon Flop Similar →
2016 Burning Birds Owner of slaughter house Flop Similar →
2016 Motor Bicycle Manju Flop Similar →
2016 Red Butterfly Dream Uncle Flop Similar →
2015 Pravegaya Mahen Super Hit Similar →
2015 Dark in the White Light - Flop Similar →
2015 Gindari: Bahubuthayo 2 Lanti Average Similar →
2014 Ko Mark No Mark Professor Amaraweera Hit Similar →
2014 Twenty Eight Abasiri Flop Similar →
2014 Kosthapal Punyasoma Kosthapal Punyasoma Flop Similar →
2012 Super Six Madaya Average Similar →
2012 Kusa Pabha Royal Servant Flop Similar →
2012 Matha Galariya Flop Similar →
2011 Thank You Berty William Silencer, Sanda's Father Flop Similar →
2011 King Hanther - Flop Similar →
2010 Under the Sun and Moon Nimal Flop Similar →
2009 Machan Ruwan Hit Similar →
2009 Whirlwind Mel Flop Similar →
2008 Siri Raja Siri Gune (Sirimal's Father) Super Hit Similar →
2005 The Forsaken Land Officer Flop Similar →
2004 Mille Soya Pradeep Flop Similar →
2002 Flying with One Wing Priyath Average Similar →
2002 Pickpocket Photographer Super Hit Similar →
2002 Bahubuthayo Lanti Average Similar →
2002 Aswasuma Thug 1 Average Similar →
2000 Sanda Yahanata - Flop Similar →
2000 Saroja Sirisena Hit Similar →
1998 Gini Avi saha Gini Keli Sammy Super Hit Similar →
1998 Night of Destiny - Flop Similar →
1997 Weesi Dela Conductor Sumith Flop Similar →
1997 Death on a Full Moon Day - Average Similar →
1997 Walls Within - Flop Similar →
1996 Sanda Dadayama / Moon Hunt - Flop Similar →
1995 The Storm - Flop Similar →
1991 Keli Madala - Flop Similar →
N/A Kolamlanthaya - Flop Similar →
N/A Adventures of Ricky Deen Ricky Deen Flop Similar →
N/A 1970 Love Story - Flop Similar →

Mahendra Perera - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Mahendra Perera?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Mahendra Perera is "Gindari 3" with a rating of 10.0/10.

How many movies has Mahendra Perera acted in?

Mahendra Perera has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Mahendra Perera?

Other notable films include "Siri Raja Siri", "Pickpocket", and "Devi Kusumasana".

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