Riverstone Earns International Recognition with Four Nominations at the 9th Malaysia Golden Global Awards
The critically acclaimed Sri Lankan feature film Riverstone has once again received international recognition, securing four nominations at the prestigious 9th Malaysia Golden Global Awards (MGGA) 2026.
The awards ceremony is scheduled to take place on 25 July 2026 at Mega Star Arena, located within Sungei Wang Plaza, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The event will serve as the grand finale of the Malaysia International Film Festival (MIFFest), which will be held from 18–25 July 2026.
Official Nominations for Riverstone
- Best Director – Lalith Rathnayake
- Best Screenplay – Lalith Rathnayake and Nilantha Perera
- Best Actor – Mahendra Perera and Randika Gunathilaka
- Best Supporting Actor – Priyantha Sirikumara
The nominations highlight the film's artistic excellence and the outstanding contributions of its cast and creative team. Riverstone continues to strengthen its international presence, bringing further recognition to Sri Lankan cinema on the global stage.
Notably, Riverstone has received nominations across four major award categories at MGGA 2026, underscoring its strong impact and recognition among international film industry professionals.
The achievement represents another significant milestone for Sri Lankan filmmaking and reflects the growing appreciation of local stories and talent in the international film festival circuit.
