Iresha Asanki De Silva (born May 12) is a Sri Lankan actress and model who stars primarily in Sinhala Movies and teledramas. She crowned Miss Sri Lanka for Miss World in 2013 and has won several other awards for her modeling career. Her impressive achievements have made her a role model for Sri Lankan girls who aspire to make it big in the industry.
Early Life and Education
Asanki De Silva was born on 12 May in Sri Lanka. She grew up in Colombo, where she attended school and completed her education. As a child, Asanki was interested in acting and modeling, and she pursued these passions from a young age. She participated in various local beauty pageants and won several titles, which helped her gain confidence and recognition in the industry.
Family
There is not much information available about Asanki De Silva’s family. However, it is known that she comes from a supportive family who encouraged her to pursue her dreams of acting and modeling.
Career and Achievements
Asanki De Silva’s career started in the entertainment industry with her participation in beauty pageants. She won the Miss Sri Lanka for Miss World 2013 pageant and went on to represent Sri Lanka in the Miss World competition. Asanki’s impressive performance in the competition helped her gain recognition in the industry, and she was soon approached for various acting roles.
Asanki made her debut in the film industry with the film Nilanjana in 2017, directed by Nalaka Withange. She played the lead role in the film and received critical acclaim for her performance. Asanki’s acting skills and stunning looks helped her bag the lead role in the film Rush in 2019, which further boosted her career.
Asanki De Silva’s achievements in the industry are commendable. She won the Best Female Model for Super Model International 2012 and was also in the Top 10 in the Super Model International 2012 competition.
Filmography
| Year | Movie Name | Language | Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Nilanjana | Sinhala | Main Actress |
| 2019 | Rush | Sinhala | Main Actress |
Personal Life
Asanki De Silva is currently single and living in Colombo. She is known for her charming personality and friendly nature, which has made her popular among her fans and peers in the industry.
