Sahan Ranwala Biography: Wife, Songs, Awards, Movies, Ethnicity, Religion, Net Worth, Height, Age

Sahan Ranwala is a Sri Lankan actor, musician, composer, presenter, and cultural preservationist best known for his versatile roles in teledramas, stage plays, and films, alongside his dedication to Sinhala folk music as managing director of the Lionel Ranwala Folk Art Foundation.

Profile

• Full Name: Sahan Ranwala
• Stage Name: Sahan Ranwala
• Born: 3 July 1978
• Age: 47 years old
• Birthplace: Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
• Nationality: Sri Lankan
• Occupation: Actor, Musician, Composer, Presenter
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Lionel Ranwala and Mrs. Ranwala
• Siblings: Chirantha Ranwala
• Spouse: Melani Ranwala
• Children: Seth Ranwala
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million

Early Life and Education

Sahan Ranwala, born on July 3, 1978, in Nugegoda, Sri Lanka, is the younger son of folk musician Lionel Ranwala and has an elder brother, Chirantha Ranwala, a TV announcer and actor. He attended Asoka Vidyalaya and Ananda College, serving as Drama Society Chairman and Broadcasting Unit Treasurer.

He earned degrees in Business Management (University of Colombo), Mass Media (University of Sri Jayewardenepura), Drama and Theatre including a Master’s (University of Kelaniya), and qualifications from Sri Lanka Law College. He is Sinhalese; religion unknown.

Career

Sahan Ranwala began his career in folk music under his father’s guidance, joining Ranwala Balakaya and working as a television announcer at Sirasa TV from 1996, presenting programs like Kala Kalasa.

He transitioned into acting in 2003 with his debut teledrama role in Ranga Madala Samuganee, directed by Milton Jayawardhane, earning the Best Upcoming Actor award at the Sumathi Awards that year.

Ranwala expanded his acting portfolio with prominent roles in teledramas such as Bharyawo, Deweni Inima, Gini Avi Saha Gini Keli, Hadawathe Kathawa, Iskole, and Rajini, while contributing to stage dramas like Velava Keeyada?, which reached the finals of the State Drama Festival in 2009.

He made film appearances in titles including Heart FM and Aadaraneeya Wassanaya, alongside composing and presenting, and founded initiatives like Ranwala Lama Balakaya for young performers.

Sahan Ranwala preserves Sinhala folk traditions through leadership at the Lionel Ranwala Folk Art Foundation, organizing concerts, educational programs like Ranwala Lanka e-school, and international performances.

His multifaceted work in acting, music, and cultural advocacy earns ongoing recognition in Sri Lankan arts.

Social Media

• Facebook Handle: Sahan Ranwala

Personal Life

Sahan Ranwala is married to Melani Ranwala, and the couple has one son named Seth Ranwala. Deeply connected to his family’s musical heritage following his father’s passing in 2002, he maintains a committed lifestyle centered on cultural preservation, family, and creative pursuits, often sharing insights into folk arts while keeping personal details grounded and private.

Filmography

• Aadaraneeya Wassanaya (2004)
• Heart FM (2008)
• Gini Avi Saha Gini Keli (2014)

Net Worth

Sahan Ranwala has an estimated net worth of $1 million. His primary sources of income include acting roles in teledramas, films, and stage productions, earnings from music composition and performances, presenting fees, plus revenue from managing the Lionel Ranwala Folk Art Foundation and related cultural initiatives.