The body of veteran actor Jayalath Manoaratne has been placed at his residence in Boralesgamuwa. The funeral will take place today at 5:00 at the public cemetery in Boralesgamuwa. Relatives, friends, residents and politicians were seen paying their final respects. The Award-winning actor passed away on 12 January due to prolonged illness.

Pictures by Eshan Dasanayaka