Meet Lakshan Sankalpa – Executive Director of Lakshan Films

Lakshan Sankalpa is the Executive Director of Lakshan Films, a family-run production house shaping award-winning Sri Lankan cinema and international film collaborations. With a focus on strategic planning and global outreach, he leads the company’s initiatives across production, distribution, and industry networking.

Professional Highlights

  • Executive leadership at Lakshan Films with decades of family legacy
  • Key role in preparing pitches and attending international markets like AFM
  • Collaborative productions with Sri Lankan and foreign filmmakers
  • Reputation for meticulous planning and film festival readiness

International Engagement

  • Regular presence at global industry events such as the American Film Market
  • Proactive in expanding Sri Lankan film’s reach internationally
  • Hands-on role in securing visas, planning travel, and leading presentations

Family & Team Collaboration

  • Works closely with his mother (Producer/Sub Producer) and father (Director)
  • Team-focused approach to production execution and logistics

Vision

Lakshan is driven by the belief that Sri Lankan storytelling deserves global recognition. Through Lakshan Films, he envisions creating a bridge between South Asian cinema and international audiences, forging lasting creative partnerships and showcasing authentic voices.

Portrait of Lakshan Sankalpa - Executive Director of Lakshan FIlms