Colombo, Sri Lanka — December 21, 2025
Danu Innasithamby, a prominent Sri Lankan media personality, author, and cultural advocate, was honoured with the Global Excellence Award for Media Leadership, Cultural Diplomacy & Humanitarian Impact at the Golden Business Excellence Awards 2025, held at Cinnamon Life’s Lumina Hall at City of Dreams in Colombo.
The award recognises Danu’s sustained contribution to purpose-driven media and his ability to use storytelling as a tool for cultural connection and social impact. Organisers cited his influence across television, print, and digital platforms, and his commitment to amplifying voices that matter.
Danu currently serves as Head of Channel at Hi TV, where he plays a key role in shaping contemporary television content, nurturing new voices, and driving programming that resonates with diverse audiences across Sri Lanka. His work has positioned him as one of the country’s most recognisable and influential media figures.
Beyond media, Danu is a Brand Ambassador for World Vision Lanka, actively supporting initiatives focused on child wellbeing, mental health, and community upliftment. Through this role, he has consistently used his public platform to raise awareness, mobilise support, and encourage compassionate action, particularly in underserved regions.
Danu is also the author of Jaffna Boy – Colombo Diva, a memoir that explores themes of identity, reconciliation, resilience, and belonging in post-war Sri Lanka. The book has been widely discussed for its personal yet socially reflective narrative, combining honesty, humour, and cultural insight.
The Global Excellence Award highlights Danu’s ability to bridge media leadership with cultural diplomacy and humanitarian advocacy, recognising storytelling as a means of uniting communities and fostering understanding across generations.
Accepting the honour, Danu said, “Media, to me, has always been about responsibility — the responsibility to tell stories with heart, to represent people with dignity, and to use visibility for meaningful change. This recognition belongs to every story we told with honesty and every community we stood beside.”
The Golden Business Excellence Awards celebrate individuals and organisations demonstrating leadership, excellence, and positive societal impact across industries. Danu’s recognition stands as a testament to the role media can play when guided by empathy, authenticity, and purpose.
With ongoing television projects, humanitarian advocacy through World Vision Lanka, and continued literary engagement, Danu remains committed to shaping narratives that inform, inspire, and unite.