Koombiyo
Directed by Lakmal Darmarathna | Written by Lakmal Darmarathna , Damitha Chandrasiri | Starring Thumindun Dodantenna , Kalana Gunasekara , Yureni Noshika , Dharmapriya Dias
Jehan Fernando meets Priyantha on a bus and convinces him to join his small business, which thrives on deception. As the duo forms a bond, their ventures expand into riskier territory, including scams, heists, and blackmail. Despite their success, they face setbacks, such as imprisonment and betrayals, which test their friendship. Jehan’s criminal genius attracts powerful figures, leading him to orchestrate complex operations like factory strikes and politically motivated scandals. However, his growing infamy draws the attention of the CID, and Jehan struggles to stay ahead of the law.
Jehan’s relationship with Hiruni offers a glimpse of his vulnerable side, but his criminal life eventually catches up with him. After a failed heist implicates Priyantha, Jehan retreats to a remote village to escape his past. Meanwhile, Priyantha rises in politics, manipulated by party officials. Their paths cross again when Jehan is imprisoned, and Priyantha learns of Jehan’s selfless actions on his behalf. After his release, Jehan discovers that Priyantha has succumbed to the same corruption they once fought against. The story concludes with Jehan grappling with betrayal and Tiran’s threats while Priyantha faces his own moral dilemmas, underscoring the cyclical nature of power and corruption.
Highlights and Recognition
Language: Sinhala
Runtime: 17 minutes
Country of Origin: Sri Lanka
Release Date
August 26, 2017