Kavindu Madushan

P. G. Kavindu Madushan, known by his Sinhala name කවිඳු මධුෂාන්, is a multi-talented individual who encompasses roles as a model, dancer, choreographer, and television actor. He was born on August 1, 1997, in Piliyandala, Sri Lanka, where he holds the position of the eldest in his family. His father is P. G. Jayarathne, while his mother, Shanthi Perera, is a housewife. Kavindu Madushan received his education at Piliyandala Central College, and he shares his family with a younger sister named Chiranya Chandupani.

From a young age, Madushan exhibited a passion for dance, likely influenced by his familial background. He dedicated himself to learning new dance styles under the guidance of various dance teachers. His dance journey truly took flight in 2008 when he participated in the second season of the Derana Little Star reality program. This experience marked a significant milestone in his burgeoning career, as he secured the position of the first runner-up in the competition.[1] Subsequently, in 2014, he aligned himself with the dance group of Gayan Srimal through the Sirasa Dancing Star program.[4]

In 2016, Madushan's talents propelled him to participate in the eighth season of "Derana Dance Unlimited," a competition bringing together winners from previous Little Star seasons. Alongside Anjani Shalanika, he clinched the title, solidifying his prowess in the dance realm. His journey continued to evolve in 2019 when he engaged in the Hiru Super Dancer program, where he earned the runner-up position.[3] It was during this program that his foray into television acting was catalyzed. In 2020, he made his television acting debut in the prominent teledrama "Sihina Genena Kumariye," portraying the role of a disabled child named "Sadev."[5] Simultaneously, Madushan nurtured his dance skills under the mentorship of Gayan Srimal.[3] The year 2021 saw him partnering with Shanudrie Priyasad for the third season of "Hiru Mega Star," during which the duo showcased remarkable dance choreography, culminating in their achievement as the first runner-up of the competition.[6][7]