The President visited the internationally acclaimed Sri Lankan film director, screenwriter, and film producer Dr. Lester James Peries at his residence on Saturday night and inquired into his well-being.The President wished him long life and presented him with a memento.

Many artistes  he introduced to the film industry were present at the ceremony. Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, Deputy Minister Geethanjana Gunawardena, Media Ministry Secretary, Charitha Herath, Pandit W.D.Amaradeva and veteran artists Raveendra Randeniya and Malini Fonseka, too were present at the occasion.