Parawarthana (The Reflections) is a 2014 Sinhala-language drama thriller that holds a unique place in Sri Lankan cinema as the 1200th film produced in the industry. Directed by cinematographer Jayanath Gunawardhana
Logline: On the 21st anniversary of a banned Sinhala film's disappearance, a retired projectionist finds the lost master reels and must decide whether to burn them again or finally set the story free.
Direction & Cinematography
The story revolves around a brilliant but troubled scientist who discovers a way to manipulate time and reality through a quantum mirror—the "Parawarthana" device. When the protagonist loses a loved one due to a tragic accident, he uses his invention to go back in time to alter the event. However, as chaos theory predicts, changing one small detail in the past creates a devastating ripple effect in the present.
Plot: The story follows "Rathne," an old man living a peaceful life in a village who is suddenly arrested for a murder committed by his neighbor, Siripala . While awaiting his sentence on death row, Rathne confesses to a notorious past involving a double murder he committed years ago to evade punishment, exploring the theme of "Karma"—where every action has an equal and opposite reaction . Primary Cast: Somy Rathnayake (as Rathne) . Pubudu Chathuranga . Dulani Anuradha . Geetha Kanthi Jayakody . Bimal Jayakody . Where to Watch Parawarthana Sinhala Film Free 21
A film like Parawarthana required actors capable of conveying deep emotional turmoil and intellectual confusion. The cast includes:
The film features a prominent cast from the Sri Lankan cinema industry: Somy Ratnayake as Rathne / Piyadasa Pubudu Chathuranga as Siripala Dulani Anuradha Nalin Pradeep Udawela as Jayasena Geetha Kanthi Jayakody as Vimalavati Bimal Jayakody as the Police Officer Sarath Kothalawala as Kusum’s father Plot Summary The story follows a man named When the protagonist loses a loved one due
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The 2014 drama-thriller Parawarthana (The Reflections), directed by cinematographer Jayanath Gunawardhana, is a significant milestone in Sri Lankan cinema. Released on January 9, 2014, it holds the distinction of being the 1200th film produced in the Sinhala language. Core Themes and Plot While awaiting his sentence on death row, Rathne