Minister of Buddha Sasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, National Integration, Social Security and Mass Media Vijitha Herath emphasized the need for the National Film Corporation to adapt to contemporary times, compete with private entities, and progress accordingly.
He made these remarks during a meeting held yesterday (18) at the Ministry of Mass Media Auditorium, appointing the Boards of Directors for the National Film Corporation and the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute.
The minister revealed the previous concerns about favouritism in film releases in the past, and urged the new board of Directors to ensure fair practices in this regard.
He also noted that representatives from all communities—Sinhalese, Tamils, and Muslims—were appointed back in 2004/2005, and Tamil cinema has yet to establish and develop itself as a viable industry in Sri Lanka in the future.
Commenting on the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute, the minister stated that the current officials should make decisions that address past shortcomings.
Director Board of the National Film Corporation
President: Prince Senadeera
Other members
Sunil Wijesiriwardena
M. D. Mahindapala
W.G Tithira Wickmal
Thisarangani Perera
M.S.K.J Bandara
B.N Dhamminda Kumara
Y.I.D Gunawardena
Director Board of the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute
President: S.M Saman Samarakoon
Other members
Prof. Ks Wanniarachchi
Dr. Ams Atapattu
D S K S Jayalath.
M.K Prasanga Chathuranga
P.W.D. Thisarangani Perera
G.H.Y Manjula Sirisoma
Jaichandramuurthi Rajeewan
Dr M.K.D Pasquel
I.G Sulakkana Kumari
