Chamil Pathirana is a Sri Lankan film director, screenwriter and producer in the field of creative productions. He is also a VFX Supervisor and has contributed his work for many productions. He has obtained 18 different awards for his work in the Signus and Derana Awards. His contribution and commitment to bringing new technologies and 3D telecasting work on social media, television and film have been a true work of art. He is also working on introducing the practicality of all these work standards. As he is a professional in this field, he also is an instructor, teaching the guidelines of production.
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Chamil Pathiarana
12
Personal Awards
16
Team Awards
22
Nominations
Timeline
2009
Chamil Pathirana officially began his journey as a director with his first music video project, laying the foundation for his illustrious career. However, he had already been experimenting with video production as early as 2004, showcasing his passion and creativity from a young age.
2011
Chamil gained significant recognition with the OCIC Best Music Video of the Year and Critics’ Award. He also excelled at the Derana Music Video Awards (DMVA), winning for Best Music Video and Best Reggae Music Video, further establishing his reputation.
2012
In 2012, Chamil swept the Derana Music Video Awards with multiple honors, including Best Hip-Hop Music Video, Best RnB Music Video, Best Music Video Concept, and Best International Collaboration, showcasing his versatility and creative excellence.
2013
Continuing his success, Chamil won Best Hip-Hop Music Video, Best Reggae Music Video, and Most Popular Music Video – Silver at the Derana Music Video Awards, reflecting his ability to connect with audiences and critics alike.
2014
A milestone year for Chamil, he created the official music video for the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup, a prestigious global project. He also earned Derana Music Video Awards for Best Pop Music Video and Hot n Spicy Music Video of the Year, underscoring his innovative approach.
2022
Chamil made his television debut with the tele-series “Once Upon a Time in Colombo”, which earned six awards at the Raigam Tele Awards, including Best Editing, Best Cinematography, Best Song, Best Sound Design, Best Art Direction, and more. Additionally, the series won Best Editing at the Sumathi Awards and received three Special Jury Awards at the Signis Awards, one of which recognized his outstanding direction.
2024
Chamil continued his streak of excellence in music videos, winning the Derana Music Video Award for Best Reggae Music Video of the Year, further cementing his legacy in the industry.
Articles
“She was delighted to see how the characters from the novel were brought to life in the media” Chamil Pathirana | Read on web
Silumina Jan.5.2025
“The novel and the telenovela are two distinct things” Chamil Pathirana | Read on web
Mawbima Jan.11.2025
