The Yellow Robe
රන් සළු
Synopsis
Cyril (Tony Ranasinghe) is dissatisfied with his introverted fiancée Sujatha (Punya Heendeniya). He starts a relationship with the outgoing Sarojini (Anula Karunatilleke) and gets her pregnant. Sujatha meanwhile is fascinated by a wandering Buddhist nun. Due to the pregnancy, Cyril breaks off the engagement having no intention to marry Sarojini. Till the birth of the child he supports her and then leaves her for an older rich woman. Sarojini is distraught and contemplates suicide. Sujatha by this time is planning to become a nun.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lester James Peries
- Original Score
- W.D. Amaradeva
- Original Title
- රන් සළු
- Spoken Languages
- Sinhalese
- Runtime
- 1h 46m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lester James Peries
W.D. Amaradeva
Sumitra Peries
Department Leadership Roster
Lester James Peries
Director
Sumitra Peries
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Yellow Robe
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Yellow Robe about?
Cyril (Tony Ranasinghe) is dissatisfied with his introverted fiancée Sujatha (Punya Heendeniya). He starts a relationship with the outgoing Sarojini (Anula Karunatilleke) and gets her pregnant. Sujatha meanwhile is fascinated by a wandering Buddhist nun. Due to the pregnancy, Cyril breaks off the engagement having no intention to marry Sarojini. Till the birth of the child he supports her and then leaves her for an older rich woman. Sarojini is distraught and contemplates suicide. Sujatha by this time is planning to become a nun.
Who directed The Yellow Robe?
The Yellow Robe was directed by Lester James Peries.
Who stars in The Yellow Robe?
The principal cast of The Yellow Robe includes Punya Hiendeniya, Tony Ranasinghe, Anula Karunathilaka, Iranganie Serasinghe, D.R. Nanayakkara.
When was The Yellow Robe released and how long is it?
The Yellow Robe was released in 1967 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.
Who composed the musical score for The Yellow Robe?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Yellow Robe was composed by W.D. Amaradeva.