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Sinhaya (2016)

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Sri Lanka
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How it feels

A man gains a special power that lets him fight for justice. He takes on corrupt figures who threaten his community.

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What happens

Sinhaya (Lion) is a 2016 Sri Lankan Sinhala-language drama film written and directed by V.Sivadasan and produced by Sunil T.Fernando for Sunil T. Films. The film features Ranjan Ramanayake, Maheshi Madushanka, Sanath Gunathilake and Duleeka Marapana in the lead roles. Featuring music composed by Somapala Rathnayake as his final composing before death and cinematography by Sujith Nishantha. The film was released on 30 March 2016. It is the 1247th Sri Lankan film in the Sinhala cinema. The film has influenced by Bollywood blockbuster Mr. India (1987 film). (from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA)

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