Daya Alwis was a prominent figure in Sri Lankan cinema, stage drama, and television, known for his work as an actor, screenwriter, and director. Born on November 7, 1942, he directed six teledramas and was the first Sri Lankan to receive recognition across all three entertainment fields. His contributions shaped the cultural landscape of Sri Lankan media. He passed away on April 27, 2015, at the age of 72, following treatment for injuries sustained in an accident.
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Meaning of the name - Daya
compassion, mercy, kindness
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Daya Alwis belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Cause of Death: accident
Educated At: Kalutara Vidyalaya
Occupation: actor
Awards Received: first Sri Lankan to receive an award for Stage Drama, Cinema and Teledrama
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Ephemeris for November 7, 1942
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on November 7, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for November 7, 2025 |
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| Sun | 14 Scorpio 39 | 15 Scorpio 32 | 8 Aquarius 56 |
| Moon | 2 Scorpio 3 | 16 Gemini 2 | 13 Scorpio 30 |
| Mercury | 1 Scorpio 0 | 6 Sagittarius 33 | 28 Capricorn 11 |
| Venus | 12 Scorpio 28 | 0 Scorpio 57 | 26 Aquarius 41 |
| Mars | 3 Scorpio 54 | 2 Sagittarius 16 | 2 Capricorn 8 |
| Jupiter | 25 Cancer 1 | 25 Cancer 8 | 17 Cancer 36 |
| Saturn | 11 Gemini 13 | 25 Pisces 25 | 5 Gemini 56 |
| Uranus | 3 Gemini 18 | 0 Gemini 1 | 0 Gemini 36 |
| Neptune | 1 Libra 12 | 29 Pisces 39 | 1 Libra 53 |
| Pluto | 7 Leo 15 | 1 Aquarius 30 | 6 Leo 2 |
| Rahu | 0 Virgo 23 | 15 Pisces 2 | 25 Leo 59 |
| Ketu | 0 Pisces 23 | 15 Virgo 2 | 25 Aquarius 59 |
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