Tony Jayawardena

Tony Jayawardena is a British actor known for his versatile performances in various stage productions. He gained recognition for his portrayal of Mr Bhamra in the West End musical Bend It Like Beckham the Musical and his work with prestigious theater companies like the Royal Shakespeare Company, Shakespeare's Globe, and Royal National Theatre. Additionally, Jayawardena has showcased his talent on the small screen, notably as Rashid Hyatt in the Channel 4 drama Ackley Bridge. He has also made notable contributions to the cast recording of Bend It Like Beckham the Musical and has played significant roles such as Abdul Kareem in The Empress and Stephano in The Tempest for the Royal Shakespeare Company.