K. Kailasanatha Kurukkal

[6] During his career he has done extensive research on Sanskrit texts, Hindu Civilization and has presented many papers in numerous seminars and conferences in Sri Lanka and abroad.

[2] In 1997, the Shruthi Laya Shangham in London was planning a dance drama on the subject of "Pancha Ishwaram".

All this culminated in the presentation of the highly acclaimed "Pancha lshwaram" dance drama at Logan Hall, University of London on 16 October 1999.

[citation needed] He was looked upon as a leader and authority on Hindu studies and rituals in Sri Lanka.

The small Brahmin community of Sri Lanka whether residing within the country or living abroad, always sought his advice and opinion before carrying out any important rites or rituals in temples and in their families.