Trivia

He holds the record for the highest number of films acted by a Sri Lankan well over 180 films.

Perera had a career spanned about three decades.

He was one of the earliest pillars and popular comedy artists ever in Sri Lankan film history.

Before entering cinema, Perera worked as a Tram car driver. Due to an accident he lost part of the vision. Although he underwent eye surgery, he suffered a tear in his eye causing a strabismus condition. After the accident, he served as a trolley bus inspector.

B. S. Perera, was an actor in Sri Lankan cinema and theater as well as a director and singer.