Kodi Gaha Yata Teledrama

Kodi Gaha Yata

 

 

In 2023, Jagath Manuwarna directed ''Kodi Gaha Yata'', his first teledrama. The drama was a potent production that was shown on the ITN local TV station and attracted a sizable following on YOU TUBE and other social media sites. The celebs that star in this teledrama are Jagath Manuwarna as Mahesh, Nadisha HEmamali as Jeevani, Randika Gunathilaka as Piyal, Dilhani Ekanayake as Shiriyani, and Tharindi Fernando as Nilanthi. Furthermore, it may be argued that this teledrama is among the most well-liked ones now airing in Sri Lanka. Nonetheless, we may recognise that this teledrama was bold since it addressed young adult viewers at the same time. It prompted a great deal of discussion regarding cotemporary social, political, sexual, and psychological issues in society.

• SUMMARY OF TELEDRAMA:

'Kodi Gaha Yata' focusses on the aspirations, hardships, and societal problems that rural Sri Lankans deal with the teledrama illustrates how the residents of the sums close to Colombo express their daily struggles, relationships, and annoyances. The Jeewani couple has a little girl as a child, and Mahesh is their spouse. Piyal's family was another family that resided with them in the sums. It features Nilanthi as Piyal's sister and Sriyani as his mother. These are the major characters, but other characters also appear in the drama at various points throughout the teledrama. Their lives follow an extremly challenging route. The teledrama emphasises social differences, the harsh reality of life, and the despair that pushes people to drastic lengths.

• CHARACTERS:

• MAHESH;

 

Mahesh (Jagath Manuwarna) is one of the play's most complex characters. Being abandoned by his mother, who departed to seek a better life, and by his father, who anxiously awaited Mahesh's achievement in the hopes that it would bring his mother back to better circumstances, he symbolises childhood pain. Concerns concering his intrinsic criminal nature are raised by his incarceration following his coerced murderous confession. It's unknown if  he was born with a proclivity towards these behaviours or if his environment encouraged them, despite the fact that his mother genuinely wanted to get him out of that scenario. He is without a doubt the play's most complicated and challenging character to understanding the drama as a whole.

 

• JEEVANI;  

 

Nadeesha Hemamali's portrayal of Jeewani draws attention to a subject that is rarely discussed in public. Jeevani gave up a more luxurious life to marry Mahesh and adapt to a new lifestyle. While Mahesh is abroad, Jeevani and the baby are left in the care of his friend Piyal, a young tuk-tuk driver portrayed by Randika Gunathilaka. However, this arrangement leads to the development of a close bond between Jeevani and Piyal. Despite the harsh judgement that society places on a married woman who commits adultery, this drama effectively analyses the urgent aspirations for security and happiness of young woman left behind by their marriages for a variety of reasons.

• ASELA;

 

Xavier Kanishka as the charater of Asela. He is an innocent young man who travelled to Colombo from a poor hamlet in search of a better life. However, the harsh realities of the city have imprisoned him. He's a mechanic by trade. He genuinely cares for his sister. He constantly fights to keep his sister safe from Gamini. He disciplines Gamini because he loves her sister. His personal is a representation of a kind, courteous, amiable, and trustworthy individual. Asela demonstrates how society can turn a kind and innocent mechanic into a criminal underworld thug. His terrible existence began when the manager of the plant accused him of stealing. However, it isn't true; he is an innocent youngster, not a thief. After this occurrence, he was placed in prison.

• PIYAL AND HIS FAMILY;

 

Piyal's mother and sister were family members. They own a modest home in a quiet neighbourhood close to Colombo. While his sister works in a factory, he drives tuk-tuks. Piyal is a playfully naive boy. He first intiates a romantic relationship with Jeevani. After that, he starts dating Maneesha, a friend of Nilanthi. But Maneesha is a clever young lady. She deceives Piyal. Piyal's sentiments are hurting greatly in that circumstance. As he genuinely loves her. When discussing Sriyani, the mother. She is a beautiful and resilent mother who gave her entire life to ensuring her children's survival without turning to other men for assistance. However, occasionally she tries to meet their wants through others. Nilanthi is a kind and friendly young woman.

• KALU AND SHANI;

    The portrayal of Kalu in this drama by Nalin  Lusena is very remarkable. The drama defined the stereotype of LGBTQIA+ persons that is typically presented in local productions, where their sexuality is humorously mocked. In the LGBTQIA+  community, Kalu played a vital role as a nonbinary person who addressed the challenges that arise throughout one's life journey.On one occasion, Kalu intervened to stop a man who was harassing her transgender coworker Shani from asking for sexual favours. Additionaly, he is amiable and helpful to those who are close to him. He provides assistance to Asela, her sister, and Nilanthi in various circumstances. He has a tendency to be sensitive as well as humorous at times.

• THEMES;

 * Social Hierarchy and Class struggles

* Family and Relationships

* Romantic and Marital Conflicts

* Gender Roles and Stereotypes

•  Cinematography and Direction

The teledrama's superb direction and visual storytelling add to the story's emotional depth. The drama's visual appeal is enhanced by the use of beautiful rural scenery and close-ups during poignant moments. The show's tempo permits character and plot development without ever feeling hurried.

• CONCLUSION:

 

More than merely a teledrama, ''Kodi Gaha Yata'' is a portrayal of the complicated social and familial issues that many Sri Lankans deal with. The show engages its audience intimately through its examination of love, hardships, and cultural identity; it provides a forum for thoughtful discussion of current societal concerns in addition to providing amusement.

 

 

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