Film Director, Actor, Writer, Producer & Line Producer
King Ratnam is a versatile, trilingual professional whose career spans over a decade, defining him as a true polymath in the creative industry. As a prolific writer and director, he is best known for writing and directing Komaali Kings (2018), which marked the first commercial Tamil feature film in Sri Lanka in four decades. His expertise extends to acting with appearances in over 15 feature films since his 2012 debut, alongside his work as a respected producer and fixer for global media giants such as the BBC, CNN, National Geographic, ABC, and PBS.
Beyond his production work, King is a dynamic communicator who serves as an event host, translator, and facilitator, leveraging his rare ability to navigate English, Tamil, and Sinhala with equal fluency. A dedicated educator, he shares his knowledge as a lecturer at AMDT and through various youth-focused motivational programs. King’s creative spirit further manifests in his talents as a singer, songwriter, and stand-up comedian, where he continues to engage audiences with his unique, multi-faceted performances.