Prasanna Vithanage

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Prasanna Vithanage
Prasanna Vithanage during Vesoul International Film Festival of Asian Cinema, 2009
Born	(1962-03-14) 14 March 1962 (age 62) Panadura, Western Province, Sri Lanka
Nationality	Sri Lankan
Occupation	Filmmaker
Years active	1980s–present
Known for	Prasanna Vithanage Academy of Acting
Spouse	Damayanthi Fonseka ​ (m. 1991)​
Awards	Full list

Udaya Prasanna Vithanage (Sinhala: ප්‍රසන්න විතානගේ) (born 14 March 1962, Sri Lanka) is widely regarded as one of the most talented and influential filmmakers in South Asia. He is known for thought-provoking films that often deals with social, political and cultural issues. His films have received numerous awards accolades, both locally and internationally and have been praised for their innovative storytelling.

He has battled against the censorship in Sri Lanka and worked as an educator of cinema who has conducted many Master classes in the subcontinent for young filmmakers and enthusiasts. Prasanna Vithanage is also an activist and has been involved in human rights and peace initiatives.