Actor Hemal Ranasinghe was released on a personal bail of Rs. 100,000 today after being produced before the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court.

The popular actor was arrested earlier today in connection with an alleged assault, Police said.

Ranasinghe surrendered to the Wellawatte Police this morning over an incident of assault reported on January 8, 2026, at Havelock City.

Police said the actor had failed to respond to several previous summons issued over the complaint. (Newswire)

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Popular actor Hemal Ranasinghe has been arrested by Police over an alleged assault.

According to Police, the incident took place on Jan. 8, 2026 at Havelock City.

Ranasinghe had reportedly been notified on multiple occasions to appear before Police regarding the complaint, but had failed to do so.

Ranasinghe had surrendered to the Wellawatte Police this morning, following which he was taken into custody.

The actor is due to be produced before the Mount Lavinia Court, Police said.  (Newswire)

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