A Scriptwriter and Director who is considered as the leader of the third generation of Sri Lankan cinema

 1. His films, aiming to tackle harsh socio-political realities in the society, always tend to explore new forms and narratives

2. This is My Moon(2000), Flying With One Wing(2003), Letter of Fire(2005), Him, Here, After (2012), Let Her cry(2015) are notable films which have been critically acclaimed at international film festivals

3. Amiens International Film Festival, paid tribute to Asoka Handagama for his contribution to development of independent cinema in Asia, at its 33rd edition(2013)

4. Asandhimitta, which held its world premiere at Busan International Film Festival 2018 is his 10th film