The Queen of Sinhala cinema, known by the name Malini, has taken her final bow. She said her goodbyes at Independence Square. Many poems and stories were written on social media in her honor. Many people expressed their desire to acknowledge that they knew her personally. Others tried to keep the legacy of the unparalleled actress Malini Fonseka alive, even in the face of her passing.
To remain a queen in the hearts of the people for over six decades is no easy feat. It is no small matter to be humble enough to wear one’s crown with grace. Malini gave society such a magnificent legacy. To be such a heavenly flower both on the silver screen and in real life is not something everyone can achieve.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s message of condolence regarding the actress queen’s final moments was delivered by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya. His message stated that Malini’s departure would leave an eternal void in the Sri Lankan film industry.
It read: “Some losses can be replaced. Some are difficult. And some can never be filled again. The seat left empty by the departed actress queen will be an everlasting void in Sri Lanka’s cinema.”
Amidst the sighs of thousands, the exceptional actress Malini Fonseka took her final leave. Though she has left the stage of life, there is no doubt that her brilliant acting talent will remain an indelible memory in this country.
