Shaping future of entertainment industry

By Zanita Careem

Sudarma’s Jeyawardena’s unwavering commitment to excellence and determination to overcome challenges have earned respect and admiration in the entertainment industry. Sudarma inspires women in Sri Lanka and worldwide to pursue their dreams and break barriers. She is a true testament to the power of female leadership and a role model for the next generation of women entrepreneurs..

In today’s competitive world, success is often defined by specialisation. However, there are individuals who defy this norm and excel in multiple domains, and Sudarma Jayewardene is a shining example of this characteristics.As an entrepreneur, film director, producer, an event organiser. she has carved her path to success and positively impacted peoples lives.

Sudarma, has leveraged her diverse talents to create social awareness through short films, teledramas and musical shows.

With numerous projects, collaborations, and musical endeavors on the horizon Sudarma is poised to shape the future of the entertainment industry on a global scale. Her exceptional work in the entertainment and fashion horizons have earned her several accolades. Her journey as a multi talented and creative personality exemplifies her unwavering commitment to raising social awareness. Sudarma’s trailblazing determination and her ability to excel in various domains makes her a prominent industry figure to watch out for.

A writer/director/producer she has been a positive force the field of glamour fashion and entertainment.

She is very positive, ambitious and bold entrepreneur who makes things happen and not leaving statistics make her stop doing what she loves and passionate about. In her interview she told about her inspirations commitment to work and many more projects. She is looking forward to leave an indelible mark on the audience of different backgrounds and walks of life.

(A) How does it feel to be a successful entrepreneur?

(A) I find the word ‘success’ an interesting word. What is success? To me success is an interesting word which helps build positive contacts and cultivate excellent rapport. I have done many glamour slows, musical events, featuring many popular local and international artistes ranging from Pandit Amaradeva to Bollywood playback king Sonu Nagam.

(Q) Your achievements?

I have produced many teledramas, like Ganga Addara, Baryawo, Diya Matha Liyami, and Nethu Addara, all these teledrama have received good ratings. I have faced many challenges but I took all of them in good stride and always want to love and learn more.

(Q) What is your creative process?

(A) I take inspiration from a variety of sources. Music art and culture shape and mould my personality which helps me to give birth to multitude of ideas all taking place in my head and helping me to move forward.

(A) Do you face any obstacles?

There were many obstacles but I take each of them as a challenge to go forward. All my musical events and other shows I have had many positive responses from my fans, friends, family and others. This adds to my moral boost and gives me confidence and determination to do things better than the other.

I am always left with memorable expe Many accolades and rave reviews in the media this helps me to improve and expand my creative spirit.

(Q) Any support from your husband?

(A) None of this would have been possible without the unwavering faith and support of my husband.

He is a lawyer by profession, but we continue to work as a cohesive team, having overcome numerous challenges, and gaining valuable experience along the way.

(Q) What are your plans for 2024 and beyond?

(A) In 2024 I have many events, musical shows and many more entertainment on the cards .

Pix by Thushara Athapaththu

Sudarma’s Jeyawardena poised to take the entertainment industry to greater heights